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Why You Should Always Rinse Canned Corned Beef
Corned beef is a preserved meat product that has roots stemming back to 17th century Ireland. These days, you can usually find canned corned beef at your local grocery store, and while it depends on the brand, these products should have a pleasantly fatty texture and smoky, salty flavor profile when at their best. Canned foods like corned beef are subject to heat-treating to deter bacterial growth, which means they can be enjoyed straight out of the can. However, there is one crucial step you should take before whipping up that easy Reuben sandwich you've been craving.
It's recommended that you drain and rinse all canned foods prior to eating as it helps reduce the salt content of what you're about to consume. Rinsing is esp