If you store it in the refrigerator, use it within 3 to 4 days. Stuffing and gravy will only last 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator. Other safety tips Cookie dough. If you have raw eggs in the cookie dough, keep your hands out of it. Do not let your temptation to dip into cookie dough ruin your holidays.
Raw eggs can be dangerous for the young children and elderly.
Custard-type pies, including homemade pumpkin pie, need to be refrigerated. Pies at room temperature can grow dangerous bacteria. The best way to serve egg nog is to buy it in carton. The store sold product is pasteurized and is safe. If you make your own egg nog, use only pasteurized eggs and not raw eggs.