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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.

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Don't Forget Your Thanksgiving Food Safety Steps

Check out a few food safety reminders to help you prepare and enjoy your Thanksgiving meal.

SOS on Turkey Day – My Turkey Isn’t Ready, What Do I Do Now?

SOS on Turkey Day – My Turkey Isn’t Ready, What Do I Do Now?

On Thanksgiving, sometimes mistakes happen that make your turkey day a turkey don’t. What should you do if the turkey isn’t ready in time? Here are some ways to save the day.

Whether Donating or Receiving Food this Thanksgiving, Everyone Can be Thankful for Food Safety

Whether Donating or Receiving Food This Thanksgiving, Everyone Can Be Thankful for Food Safety

Proper food handling is important to avoid foodborne illness outbreaks during the holiday season. Learn basic food safety practices.

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What Do You Do If You Have a Recalled Product?

You may have seen a number of food recalls in the news lately. What should you do if you find a recalled food in your own home?

Food Safety Recalls

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