short crust pastry out of date

[Gonnagetgoing]

Got some short crust pastry (in a packet ready rolled) in fridge which I meant to use by 7th January (was originally for mince pies).

Can I still use it by now or chuck it?

Sniff it and see, it likely will be absolutely fine

Pastry often gets black splodges when it is past its best. I it looks and smells fie, I'd use it.

Thanks both of you!

The edges of the block may be drier and crack when you roll it out. Cut them off and proceed!