ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — 7News On Your Side is here to help you keep your family safe this holiday season.

If you need help with your turkey today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Meat and Poultry Hotline is available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can call 1-888-674-6854.

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According to the USDA, you should ensure your turkey reaches a safe minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees. Use a food thermometer and check three places: the thickest part of the breast, the innermost part of the thigh, and the innermost part of the wing.

Leftovers must be refrigerated within two hours of serving.

“The danger zone is the temperature zone that we consider dangerous for perishable items,” said Jesse Garcia, public affairs specialist for the USDA. “These cold or hot foods should not stay in the 40 degree temperature zone between 40 and 140 degrees for too long.”

The USDA said the leftovers are safe to eat for an additional three to four days after each reheat, but keep in mind that the quality decreases each time. It’s best to only reheat or freeze food a few times to ensure the highest quality possible.

On Monday, you’ll want to decide whether you want to eat the leftovers, throw them away, or freeze them for later.

Each time the food is reheated, Garcia says it needs to reach the 165-degree mark.