Time to toss?

Photograph by Adam Woolfitt

My, how time flies when you're preparing four turkeys to feed a crowd, and dealing with the leftovers. If you've been wondering how long to keep said leftovers, or anything else in the refrigerator, freezer or pantry, check out www.stilltasty.com. Their database and tips are super.

Here's their advice for post-Thanksgiving storage:

TURKEY — WHOLE, COOKED
Fridge: 3-4 days
Freezer: 2-3 months
Cut whole bird into smaller pieces before refrigerating.
GRAVY, HOMEMADE
Fridge: 1-2 days
Freezer: 2-3 months
Bring leftover gravy to a boil before using.
CRANBERRY SAUCE
Fridge: 10-14 days
Freezer: 1-2 months
Store leftovers in covered plastic or glass container.
STUFFING, COOKED
Fridge: 3-4 days
Freezer: 1 month
Remove stuffing from turkey before refrigerating.
COOKED POTATOES OR YAMS; GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
Fridge: 3-5 days
Freezer: 10-12 months
Mashed potatoes freeze well; whole baked potatoes don’t.
PUMPKIN PIE
Fridge: 3-4 days
Freezer: 1-2 months
Keep refrigerated; texture may change after freezing.