Chapter 14 — Food & 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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