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Image Credit: Getty Images. Cooked Food: Leftover, cooked foods should be kept in the refrigerator in an airtight container and eaten within 4-5 days. Food, whether cooked or not, should not be left at room temperature for more than 4 hours otherwise the risk of food poisoning increases.
How Long are Leftovers Good for in the Fridge? If you want the short answer, not very long at all â about 3-4 days is a good rule. Once your hot meal sits out for long enough to cool down, itâs already starting the countdown to bacteria growth. Bacteria grows more quickly at room temperature.