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Takeout food and leftovers: what to do after you arrive home?

The perishable take-off food should be cooled as soon as possible; it is not safe to store at room temperature for longer. It may cool more quickly in smaller, shallower boxes.

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USDA โ€” Safe Handling of Take-Out Foods

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Last editorial review
2026-07-14

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