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Enjoy Safe Kabobs at Your Next Spring Gathering!
Kabobs are so popular this time of year.
How to Grill Safely
Food poisoning peaks in the summer months...
Food Safety for Buffets and Parties
Gathering friends and family is fun, but...
Safe Minimum Cooking Temperatures
Here's a printable chart to keep track of...
4 Simple Steps to Food Safety
Separate
Raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs can spread illness-causing bacteria 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.