If you boil chicken soup that has been out overnight will kill bacteria?

It's not a good idea to boil chicken soup that has been out overnight. Here's why:

* Bacteria can multiply rapidly at room temperature. Even if the soup was initially safe, bacteria could have grown to dangerous levels overnight.

* Boiling doesn't always kill all bacteria. Some bacteria can form heat-resistant spores that survive even high temperatures.

* Even if the soup seems fine, you can't see or smell the bacteria. It's impossible to know for sure if the soup is safe to eat just by looking at it.

It's best to err on the side of caution and discard any chicken soup that has been left out overnight.

Here are some safer options:

* Refrigerate the soup immediately after cooking. Keep it in the refrigerator for no more than 3-4 days.

* Freeze the soup. This can help preserve the soup for longer.

* If you do need to reheat leftover soup, make sure it reaches a rolling boil for at least 1 minute.

Remember, food safety is important!