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Heating food will destroy any pathogens in it. Cooling it back down doesn't cause these pathogens to grow again, but they can if there is a source in the fridge from which they can spread to this new food. Refrigeration is only used to keep food from spoiling for a longer period of time rather than simply leaving it out. It can only encourage bacteria growth if the interior (and food) is cool AND humid.

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