Is is safe to eat cooked squash and potatoes that were left out all night?

Cooked food that has been left out at room temperature for more than two hours is no longer safe to eat. This is because bacteria can grow quickly on cooked food, especially in warm temperatures.

When food is cooked, the heat kills most bacteria. However, some bacteria can survive cooking and can start to grow again if the food is left out at room temperature. This is why it is important to refrigerate cooked food as soon as possible after it has been cooked.

Eating food that has been contaminated with bacteria can lead to food poisoning. Food poisoning can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In some cases, food poisoning can be serious and even life-threatening.

It is always better to be safe than sorry. If you are not sure whether food has been left out too long, it is best to throw it away.