Cooked foodHow long does
How long does
cooked pasta last?
Refrigerate cooked pasta promptly in a covered container.
Refrigerate cooked pasta promptly in a covered container.
Store sauce separately when useful for quality.
Discard after unsafe time warm or visible spoilage.
These times are guidance, not a guarantee. Initial freshness, preparation, packaging and actual temperature all matter. Never taste questionable food to test safety.