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Leftover rice, pasta and grains

The important issue is time and temperature: cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate them and reheat until steaming throughout.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Do not eat cooked rice, pasta or grains that sat warm for a long time or have an uncertain storage history. Reheat only the portion you need and follow local food-storage guidance.

What changes the answer

  • Whether every ingredient is pasteurised or cooked through
  • How the food was chilled, stored, handled and reheated
  • The exact species, product label, recall or contamination warning

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When to get individual help

Check the exact item or situation with a doctor, midwife, pharmacist or relevant clinician; the name of a broad category is not enough for a personal decision.