"Once you put your leftovers in the refrigerator, just remember that you've got four days," said Jesse Garcia, a public affairs specialist for the USDA Food Safety & Inspection Service. Cyber Monday is the deadline to decide if the food is headed to the trash or freezer, or making one last go around at the table.

With Thanksgiving feasts now over, many are left with a bounty of leftovers to enjoy. While the food is undoubtedly a highlight of the holiday, it’s important to remember that proper storage is