How long turkey lasts after Thanksgiving The star protein will last four days in the fridge. In the freezer, it can last four months for best quality -- after that span it will dry out and lose flavor.

According to the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County, it is important to avoid foods that are seasoned with onions, garlic or spices. Especially avoid foods that have chocolate or artificial sweeteners like xylitol. These are the Thanksgiving foods your cat or dog can have, according to the HSTPC:

We love our Thanksgiving leftovers, but food safety experts caution us on food storage best practices to avoid accidental foodborne illness.

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One of the best of the Thanksgiving feast is of course the leftovers. However, the USDA has a few food safety reminders.