Deli & Prepared Foods

Leftoverswithout meat, fish, poultry, or egg (such as cooked vegitables, rice, or potatoes)

3–4 days in the fridge and 1–2 months in the freezer.

Pantry

No USDA guidance

Fridge

stored: 3–4 days

Freezer

stored: 1–2 months

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeperHow to read these times

Common questions

How long do leftovers (without meat, fish, poultry, or egg (such as cooked vegitables, rice, or potatoes)) last in the fridge?

3–4 days.

Can you freeze leftovers (without meat, fish, poultry, or egg (such as cooked vegitables, rice, or potatoes)), and for how long?

Yes. 1–2 months.

How can I tell if leftovers (without meat, fish, poultry, or egg (such as cooked vegitables, rice, or potatoes)) have gone bad?

Throw it out if it smells off, feels slimy or sticky, shows mold, or has changed color. Storage times assume it was handled safely and kept cold the whole time.