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How strict is the 2 hour food rule?

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Perishable food left at room temperature for more than two hours can become a breeding ground for harmful bacteria, according to guidelines from the USDA. This critical time frame is the foundation of the 2-hour food rule, but just how strict is the 2 hour food rule in practice?