I cook very little these days now that my youngin' has flown the coop and I am working so many hours and weekends. I mostly stop at a salad bar or eat a bowl of cereal, so I don't use up staples very quickly. I cook so little now that I find there are some things for which I have lost my touch or confidence. I was at one time a very good cook and like to cook, but not just for myself. Even if I had time, I doubt I would cook very often for myself.

An open bottle of Olive Oil will begin going rancid in about 3 months. It won't kill you to use it, but I can't stand the taste or smell of it once it starts to go. Generally speaking, the higher the monounsaturated fats in an oil, the quicker it will go rancid once opened.

Good Oils Gone Bad