My dad bought this ham back in 1992. Its been in his freezer the whole time. He refuses to throw it out and says "its still good. Frozen meat doesnt go bad".This goddamn ham is 4 years older than me.

In most cases, experts recommend throwing away extremely old frozen meat, especially if:

Even if it isn’t dangerous, the taste and texture will likely be very poor.

In fact, after several decades, frozen meat often becomes nearly inedible.

Practical Freezer Tips to Avoid This Problem

To keep your freezer organized and avoid mystery foods that are older than your kids, try these simple tips:

Write the date and type of food on every package before freezing it.

This helps you know exactly how long it has been stored.

Use older items first before adding new ones to the freezer.

This simple habit prevents forgotten food from sitting for years.

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Removing air helps protect flavor and texture.

Every few months, take a few minutes to scan your freezer and remove old items.

You might be surprised by what you find hiding in the back.

Sometimes an old frozen item becomes less about food and more about family history.

A ham that has been frozen for decades might feel like a strange household artifact—something everyone jokes about but no one wants to cook.

At that point, it may be safer (and tastier) to simply buy a fresh one.

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