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How long does leftovers (with meat, fish, poultry, or egg) last?

Leftovers (with meat, fish, poultry, or egg) keeps 3 to 4 days in the fridge.

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WhereHow long
Fridge3 to 4 days
Freezer2 to 3 months

Times are for best quality when stored at safe temperatures, from the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper. Food kept frozen at 0°F stays safe indefinitely; the freezer time is for quality. Throw out cans that are bulging, leaking or badly dented.

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