Because the best reason to roast a turkey is for all the leftovers.
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Cooking aThanksgiving turkeyis no small feat.
Heres how to store leftover turkey, the right way.
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The best way to store leftover turkey is in a plastic bag, suggestedYankel Polak, head chef atButcherBox.
According to theUSDA, leftover turkey will stay fresh in the fridge for three to four days.
see to it the bags stay tightly sealed.Reusable silicone bagscan work as well.
Get Creative with Leftovers
People get tired of turkey pretty quickly.
A good way to use it is to get really creative withleftover creations, Polak said.
Find different recipes other than your typical turkey sandwich to keep things interesting and delicious!
And to not let all the hard work you put into making that Thanksgiving turkey go to waste.
Can You Freeze Thanksgiving Turkey?
According to theUSDA, cooked turkey stored in the freezer will stay good for three to four months.
The gesture will be much appreciated and will free up space in your refrigerator.
Yankel Polakis the head chef atButcherBox.
