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How to Grill Safely this Summer

One of the awesome things about grilling is that you can grill pretty much anything! Use these tips to enjoy delicious and safely grilled food all summer long.

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4 Simple Steps to Food Safety

Clean

Wash hands, utensils and surfaces often. Germs can spread and survive in many places.

Separate

Raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs can spread germs to ready-to-eat foods, so keep them separate.

Cook

Cook to the right temperature. Ensure that foods are cooked safely by always using a food thermometer.

Chill

Refrigerate promptly. Bacteria that cause food poisoning multiply quickest between 40°F and 140°F.

Tips

A Mom and a boy at a pool. The smiling boy is being handed a hot dog.

Splash into Food Safety at the Pool this Summer

Woman shopping for apples at a covered farmers market booth.

Shopping at the Farmers Market with Food Safety in Mind

When shopping at the farmers market, it’s important to keep food safety in mind.

Oysters and Vibriosis

Raw oysters can cause food poisoning and ruin your summer. Learn more about food safety and oysters.

Keep Food “Cool for the Summer” to Avoid Foodborne Illness

Rising temperatures bring food safety risks. During warm weather it’s even more important to make sure your food is safe by keeping it “cool for the summer.”