Leftovers care tips for safe holiday eating
Four practical steps guide leftovers handling from service to storage and disposal. Keep perishable foods under two hours at room temperature. Cool quickly in shallow containers, refrigerate promptly, and store raw juices separately. Freeze leftovers within two days or keep at zero degrees for longer. reheat to 165 F and avoid microwave containers not rated for microwave use. If in doubt, toss.
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