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Image Source: Shutterstock<\/a><\/span>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\nHosting Basics for a Football Watch Party<\/h3>\n\n- Arrange layout for guests.<\/strong> Arrange furniture to avoid clutter and create a clear path to the bathroom and snack table.<\/li>\n
- Let your neighbors know.<\/strong> If you live in an apartment or condo – let them know you will have guests and the noise may be loud.\u00a0 Invite them also.<\/li>\n
- Test your technology. <\/strong>Make sure your TV and speakers are working perfectly – and don’t forget new batteries for the remote.
\n<\/strong><\/li>\n- \u00a0Inspect your kitchen appliances.<\/strong> Make sure your all appliances are in safe working order.<\/li>\n
- Understand host liquor liability laws.<\/strong>\u00a0Pace yourself and notify friends – if your game plan includes serving adult beverages. Most states hold party hosts responsible for what guests end up doing behind the wheel. Serve plenty of food and non-alcoholic beverages, and don\u2019t hesitate to arrange a designated driver.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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Bacteria “Danger Zone” (40\u00b0F – 140\u00b0F)<\/h3>\n
Leaving food out too long at room temperature can cause bacteria to grow to dangerous levels that can cause illness. Bacteria grow most rapidly in the range of temperatures between 40\u00b0F and 140\u00b0F, doubling in number in as little as 20 minutes. This range of temperatures is called the “Danger Zone”.<\/p>\n
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Track the time that food stays on the party table or buffet. Sideline any perishable foods that have been out at room temperature for 2 hours or more.<\/p>\n
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<\/div>\nKeep it Clean & Avoid Cross-Contamination<\/h3>\n\n- Wash your hands<\/strong> with soap and running water (warm or cold) for at least 20 seconds before preparing, eating, and handling food. Also wash your hands after using the bathroom and touching pets.<\/li>\n
- Wash your cutting boards,<\/strong> dishes, utensils, and countertops with hot, soapy water after preparing each food item.<\/li>\n
- Rinse produce<\/strong> under running water, including those with inedible skins and rinds. For firm-skin fruits and vegetables, rub by hand or scrub with a clean vegetable brush while rinsing.<\/li>\n
- Separate raw meats from ready-to-eat foods<\/strong> like veggies when preparing, serving, or storing foods.<\/li>\n
- Offer guests serving utensils<\/strong> and small plates to discourage them from eating directly from the bowls with dips and salsas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t
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Image Source: Shutterstock<\/a><\/span>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\nSafe Temperatures<\/h3>\n\n- Food Thermometer.<\/strong> Use a food thermometer to test football party favorites, like chicken wings and ground beef sliders, or any other dishes on your menu.<\/li>\n
- Hot Foods<\/strong>. Hold hot foods at 140\u00b0F or warmer. Use chafing dishes, slow cookers, and warming trays to keep food hot on the buffet table.<\/li>\n
- Cold Foods.<\/strong> Maintain cold foods, like salsa and guacamole, at 40\u00b0F or colder. Use small service trays or nest serving dishes in bowls of ice, replacing ice often.<\/li>\n
- Divide cooked food into shallow containers<\/strong> and store in a refrigerator or freezer until the party begins. This encourages rapid, even cooling.<\/li>\n
- Microwave leftovers<\/strong> to 165\u00b0F to get rid of harmful bacteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Image Source: Shutterstock<\/span>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\nFood Safety Tips<\/h3>\n
Food illness has lots of causes, but primarily leaving food out too long is the main cause. Food illness generally occurs when people eat food\u00a0 that contains bacteria, parasites, viruses, or toxins. Most cases are caused by common bacteria such as\u00a0Staphylococcus<\/em> or E. coli.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Leaving food out too long at room temperature can cause bacteria to grow to dangerous levels that can cause illness. Bacteria grow most rapidly in the range of temperatures between 40\u00b0F and 140\u00b0F, doubling in number in as little as 20 minutes. This range of temperatures is called the “Danger Zone”.<\/p>\n Track the time that food stays on the party table or buffet. Sideline any perishable foods that have been out at room temperature for 2 hours or more.<\/p>\nFood Safety Training - SALE 10% OFF<\/div>\r\n\r\n
Bacteria “Danger Zone” (40\u00b0F – 140\u00b0F)<\/h3>\n
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