If we get these basics down, we will go a long way to preventing foodborne illness.....
1. Wash your hands....well, with soap.
2. Handle your raw meat. poultry and seafood as though it may be contaminated...because it probably is.
3. Follow directions for cooking.....including using a thermometer. Remember...cookie dough must be baked first, hamburgers must reach 160F (155 for professionals), etc.
4. Clean your counters and other food surfaces....with detergent and clean moistened towel, not just that nasty cloth that was lying on counter or the floor.
5. Prevent raw food from contaminating ready-to-eat foods - cover, separate, wrap
6. Refrigerate...40F or less...don't let food sit around, get it in the refrigerator. And check to see if your refrigerator is at the right temperature.
USDA Website - National Food Safety Education Month
https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2018/09/04/kick-national-food-safety-education-month-great-hand-washing-methods-use-all
PRWeb
https://www.prweb.com/releases/how_to_get_a_safe_meal_on_the_table_five_often_forgotten_food_safety_basics_from_the_partnership_for_food_safety_education/prweb15729014.htm
How to Get A Safe Meal on the Table: Five Often-Forgotten Food Safety Basics from the Partnership for Food Safety Education
During National Food Safety Education Month, Integrate Food Safety into the Delight of Family Dinner
USDA Website - National Food Safety Education Month
https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2018/09/04/kick-national-food-safety-education-month-great-hand-washing-methods-use-all
PRWeb
https://www.prweb.com/releases/how_to_get_a_safe_meal_on_the_table_five_often_forgotten_food_safety_basics_from_the_partnership_for_food_safety_education/prweb15729014.htm
How to Get A Safe Meal on the Table: Five Often-Forgotten Food Safety Basics from the Partnership for Food Safety Education
During National Food Safety Education Month, Integrate Food Safety into the Delight of Family Dinner