The longer it can chill the less fragile it'll be, Rebecca. But yes, you can absolutely take it out of its pan and box it. Just don't leave it at room temperature for hours on end; it really needs to stay refrigerated, for food safety reasons. Good luck - PJH
November 10, 2013 at 9:29pm
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