Advise for Leftovers

November 25, 2022 Eric Criswell Local News
May be an image of text that says 'CHEL Take your time around the dinner table, but refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours! Safe in fridge 3-4 days Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Safe frozen, but use within 2-6 months for best quality. Last day Thanksgiving leftovers are VOXXXX safe from the fridge. Leftover turkey should be cut into smaller pieces, and store items separately in smaller containers. Be sure to pack leftovers in cooler if traveling. Reheat thoroughly to temperature of 165 Remember, bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses can't be smelled or tasted!'
Fourth & final food safety step is ❄CHILL perishable food items. Don’t just leave food out at room temperature!
• Keep food out of the danger zone (40 F-140 F)
• Chill within 2hrs
• Break up leftovers into smaller portions & containers
• Use or freeze within 4 days