Chapter 14Food & Cooking

How long does leftover food last in the fridge?

Cooked meat and rice: 3–4 days. Cooked vegetables: 3–5 days. Soup: 3–4 days. Deli meat: 3–5 days once opened. When in doubt, throw it out — food poisoning isn't worth the savings.

Follow-up questions

Fridge temperature?

Below 4°C/40°F. Buy a $5 fridge thermometer — many fridges run warm.

Can I refreeze?

Meat thawed in fridge: yes. Thawed on counter: no. Cooked food from frozen ingredients: yes.

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