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Cook to a Safe Minimum Internal Temperature

Check out the guidelines for how to cook raw meat, poultry, seafood, and other foods to a safe minimum internal temperature.

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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

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Holiday Tips for Food Gifts

Follow these tips to make sure you are spreading holiday cheer and not germs to your friends and family.

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Need a thawing and cooking calculator?

Find information and resources on how to safely prepare turkey for a delicious and safe meal with loved ones.

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Safe Selection and Handling of Fish and Shellfish

Follow these safe handling tips for buying, preparing, and storing fish and shellfish – and you and your family can safely enjoy the fine taste and good nutrition of seafood.

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Wash Your Hands for Health

Washing your hands properly can prevent 1 in 3 diarrheal illnesses and 1 in 5 respiratory infections.