Pulled my beef roast out of the slow cooker and saw these weird white stringy things poking out of the meat. They look like little worms or parasites. Is the meat infested?

movement, or defined shape like parasites would. And importantly, the temperatures reached during slow cooking are more than enough to eliminate any real food safety risks.

If your roast smells normal, looks fully cooked, and was handled properly before cooking, it’s safe to eat. In fact, those strands contribute to the rich texture and flavor people continue reading …