How Long Can Cooked Food Stay in the Refrigerator?

🧊 How Long Can Cooked Food Safely Stay in the Fridge?

Storing cooked food properly is essential to keeping your meals safe and reducing food waste. While leftovers are convenient, it’s important to know when they’re still good to eat — and when it’s time to toss them.

⏳ General Guidelines for Refrigerated Cooked Foods
(At a fridge temperature between 1°C and 5°C)

Food Type Safe Storage Time
Cooked meats (beef, chicken, pork, turkey) 3–4 days
Cooked fish 2–3 days
Cooked rice, pasta, legumes 3–5 days
Soups and stews 3–4 days
Boiled eggs (in shell) Up to 1 week
Cooked vegetables 3–5 days
Pizza or empanadas 3–4 days
Homemade sauces (béchamel, tomato) 3–4 days
Milk- or cream-based desserts 2–3 days

✅ Top Tips for Storing Cooked Food

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