
Special care is needed to make sure
leftover foods are safe to eat later.
Reheating will NOT make spoiled or
unsafe food OK to eat.
Cool leftover foods quickly
— in the refrigerator or
freezer.
✱ Do not let food cool on the stove or
counter before putting it in the refrig-
erator.
✱ Divide large amounts of leftovers into
small, shallow containers so food will
cool faster.
✱ Place open container in the refrigera-
tor to cool. Once cooled, cover with a
tight-fitting lid.
✱ Separate meat from stuffing or gravy
for faster cooling. Cut large roasts in
half.
Reheat leftovers completely.
✱ Bring sauces, gravies and soups to a
boil.
✱ Heat all leftovers until they are hot all
the way through — not just warm
enough to eat.
✱ If reheating in a microwave oven,
cover the food with plastic wrap or a
lid to hold steam around the food. Stir
the food at least once during heating.
Heat until bubbling.
Eat leftovers in a day or two,
or label and freeze.
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Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program Keeping Food Safe 2005
Taking care of leftovers
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