What’s Growing in Your Leftover Rice?
Most of us toss leftover rice into the fridge without thinking. But rice can hide a danger—even when refrigerated. The main culprit is a bacteria called Bacillus cereus, which can survive cooking. Why Rice Can Be Dangerous Surviving Spores: Bacillus cereus spores can survive cooking. Rapid Growth: If rice sits out too long before cooling, spores multiply. Heat-Resistant ...