Many people think that washing their turkey will remove bacteria and make it safe. In fact, washing a turkey can transfer harmful bacteria onto the surfaces of your kitchen, other foods, and utensils.
Do not wash your turkey in preparation for cooking on Thanksgiving. Likewise, only cooking the turkey thoroughly to 165°F kills any bacteria.
It’s time to start thinking about buying a fresh turkey and how to properly and safely prepare the entire meal.
All turkeys, like other fresh meat and poultry, are highly perishable and care needs to be taken when purchasing, storing, preparing, and cooking them to avoid foodborne illness.
The holidays involves foods being left out for long periods of time. This invites bacteria that can cause foodborne illness.
Learn more about the best food safe practices and how to navigate food allergies during the holidays.
Planning ahead for the holiday dinner? Make sure not to purchase the ham too soon. Some hams only keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Likewise, as with all meats, the safe preparation, the cooking of pork to the recommended temperature – and the proper storage of leftovers – must be done in order to prevent food illness.
Because tailgate parties are an all-day food grilling and feast, there is an increased risk of foodborne illness. Every good tailgate party starts with a good game plan – that should include food safety.
Are you celebrating National Cookie Day baking your favorite cookies? If you’re tempted to eat raw cookie dough, don’t do it! Find out why eating raw flour and raw eggs are not safe..
Your party gathering is over and you have lots of food leftover. There are some important rules about leftovers that you need to follow to ensure food safety.
Leftovers can be kept for only 2-3 days in the refrigerator. After that, the risk of foodborne illness increases. If you don’t think you’ll be able to them within four days, freeze them immediately.
Give thanks by having a conversation about food safety with your children. Basic discussion topics can make a big difference in understanding and preventing a food illness.
Follow basic food safety principles and procedures to help keep you and your family safe.
To avoid contracting a foodborne illness, people with diabetes must be vigilant when handling, preparing, and consuming foods.
Likewise, remember to manage your diabetes during the holidays and stay healthy while you celebrate.
For most people, turkey is a important part of the holidays. With all that is going on with the holidays, cooking can be a lot of pressure, and you don’t want to make anyone sick.
Follow these simple steps to avoid giving your family and friends the ‘gift’ of food illness.
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