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  Refrigerate within two hours of cooking. 2  Refrigerate cooked soup in covered containers. 3  Freeze in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.  To prevent cream-based soups from curdling, stir well when reheating frozen soup.