In 2026, let’s stop eating week-old leftovers! Most cooked foods should be eaten within 3–4 days to prevent spoilage and foodborne illness risks. Cooked chicken 3–4 days Cooked beef 3-5 days Cooked fish & seafood 2-3 days Rice & grains 3–4 days Cooked vegetables 3-4 days Dressed salads 2-3 days Pasta, casseroles 3–4 days Soup & stews 2–4 days Hard-boiled eggs 1 week Pizza 3–4 days Cooked beans / lentils 3–4 days Gravy / broths 3–4 days Homemade Bread 5–7 days (wrapped tightly) Store Bread 1–2 weeks Hard Cheese 3–4 weeks (opened) Also remember to refrigerate food once it has cooled down, in airtight containers. When in doubt, just throw it out :) #fridgecleanout #foodsafety food safety fridge clean out #fridgerestock