STATUTE. A law established by an act of the legislature. Under the U.S. and state constitutions, statutes are considered the primary source of law in the U.S. -- that is, legislatures make the law (statutes) and courts interpret the law (cases). law established by an act of the legislature. Under the U.S. and state constitutions, statutes are considered the primary source of law in the U.S. -- that is, legislatures make the law (statutes) and courts interpret the law (cases).
Assuming it is properly packaged, leftover soup will last 3-4 days. Never remove a large pot of soup from the stove and place it directly in the refrigerator. Large masses of food can take hours--even days--to chill properly.
Tips. 1  How long does cooked vegetable soup last in the fridge or freezer? 2  To maximize the shelf life of cooked vegetable soup for safety and quality, refrigerate the vegetable soup promptly in covered airtight containers. 3  Properly stored, cooked vegetable soup will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. To further extend the shelf life of cooked vegetable soup, freeze it; freeze in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.