White pants aren’t the only thing that should be quickly tucked away after the Labor Day celebrations. Post-Labor Day leftovers need to be properly stored to avoid foodborne illnesses. Whether you’ve grilled extra burgers or have surplus salads, following USDA guidelines will ensure that your holiday enjoyment isn’t followed by
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Today Americans are gearing up for barbecues, picnics, and outdoor celebrations. While enjoying the festivities and indulging in delicious grilled meats, fresh salads, and other holiday treats, paying attention to food safety is crucial, especially when dealing with leftovers. This week’s hot temperatures across the country require an extra layer
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As Easter celebrations end, many will face the dilemma of what to do with a surplus of holiday leftovers. Ensuring food safety should be a top priority. With a few simple guidelines, you can savor those leftovers for days to come, without compromising safety.
The two-hour rule:
First and foremost
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Almost two-thirds of households in Northern Ireland said the rising cost of food was their biggest concern ahead of Christmas, according to a survey.
Research was commissioned by safefood as part of its annual Christmas food safety campaign. The group, which promotes food safety and nutrition in Northern Ireland and the Republic
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Once we have all had our Thanksgiving feast, avoiding waste and potential foodborne illnesses becomes our most important task. A careful approach to storing and reheating Thanksgiving leftovers can extend the joy of the holiday season without compromising health.
Here are some helpful tips:
The Two-Hour Rule:
Perishable items, including
A project commissioned by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has revealed multiple examples of risky food safety practices in kitchens.
Having insights into these behaviors and the factors that influence them will inform policy decision-making, guidance, and risk assessment work, said FSA.
Kitchen Life 2 used cameras to see food safety
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As the Fourth of July festivities wrap up, with their delightful meals and barbecues, it’s important to prioritize food safety to protect against foodborne illnesses, especially when dealing with leftovers.
Follow these guidelines to ensure the safety of your Fourth of July feast remains intact:
The Two-Hour Rule: Refrigerate all
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As Memorial Day festivities, known for delicious meals and barbecues, draw to a close, there is bound to be an abundance of leftovers. If proper food storage practices are not followed, these leftovers can quickly become a breeding ground for bacteria and food poisoning.
To ensure the safety of your
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Whether putting together new toys, building snowmen or watching your favorite holiday movie, there are dozens of things that can distract from the kitchen after the big meal has been served. But if not dealt with carefully, all that extra food can go to waste, or worse, cause foodborne illnesses.
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Too much food is an All-American holiday tradition, and that means lots of leftovers. If not dealt with carefully, all that extra food can go to waste, or worse, cause foodborne illnesses.
Food needs to be stored properly so it can be enjoyed for a couple more days.
To ensure
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