Time Is Up On Remaining Thanksgiving Leftovers

Federal health officials say it's probably time to throw out any remaining Thanksgiving leftovers. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services points to the Monday after Thanksgiving as the last day to safely eat refrigerated food following the holiday. Food that was placed in the freezer before today can be safe to eat indefinitely, but quality declines over time. The USDA says frozen leftovers begin to lose moisture and flavor within two to four months.

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