FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
How long does leftovers (without meat, fish, poultry, or egg (such as cooked vegitables, rice, or potatoes)) last?
SOURCE USDA FOODKEEPER · DATASET V128
Leftovers (without meat, fish, poultry, or egg (such as cooked vegitables, rice, or potatoes)) keeps about 3–4 days in the refrigerator and 1–2 months in the freezer at best quality, per USDA FoodKeeper guidance.
| Where | How long | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | 3–4 days | — |
| Freezer | 1–2 months | — |
* Best quality. Food kept frozen at 0 °F stays safe beyond this window; flavor and texture decline.
Data: USDA FoodKeeper, dataset version 128. Windows assume typical products stored properly.