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Food Safety for 4th of July Gatherings

On the 4th of July holiday weekend, millions of Americans will be gathering with family and friends with tasty, patriotic dishes in backyard grilling parties or picnics.
However, foodborne illnesses increase during the summer because not only does bacteria multiply faster in warmer temperatures, but preparing food outdoors makes safe food handling more challenging.

Food Safety for Graduation Parties

Graduation parties are a fun time to celebrate by cooking all kinds of food and inviting friends and family. But, don’t forget to include food safety as another gift that graduates will appreciate on their big day. Cooking for groups – where foods are left out for long periods – leaves the door open for uninvited guests – bacteria that can cause foodborne illness.