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How Long Will a Thawed Turkey Keep in the Fridge?

How Long Will a Thawed Turkey Keep in the Fridge?

With the holidays around the corner or maybe just a big family dinner on the horizon, you might find yourself wondering about the best way to handle a big ol’ [...]
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How Long Can Cooked Bacon Stay Out?

How Long Can Cooked Bacon Stay Out?

Bacon – whether you love it crispy or chewy, it’s a staple in many of our homes. But in the hustle and bustle of our daily routines, we’ve all had [...]
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How to Safely Defrost Bison Meat at Home

Bison is growing in popularity for its rich flavor and nutritional benefits. Lower in fat and calories than beef, bison [...]

How to Defrost Rabbit

While not as widely consumed as in generations past, rabbit meat continues to be a part of many family meals, [...]

How Long Does Cooked Ground Beef Last in the Fridge?

Whether you’ve browned it up for taco Tuesday, shaped it into meatballs for spaghetti night, or prepared a hearty Bolognese [...]

How to Safely Defrost Beef at Home

As your resident Food Safety Dad, I want to walk you through the safest methods for thawing frozen beef at [...]

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How Long Can You Freeze A Ham?

Like all good things, even frozen ham doesn’t last forever. So let’s cut right to the chase and explore just how long you can keep that ham on ice without sacrificing flavor or, more importantly, food safety. Understanding Freezing and Food Safety When it comes to freezing ham, it’s all [...]

Can You Freeze Chicken Salad?

Now, before you start tossing that leftover chicken salad from your picnic into the freezer, let’s peck through the layers of this delicious staple. Chicken salad is a beloved staple in many households. It’s versatile, easy to make, and generally healthy, depending on what you mix in. But when it [...]

How to Freeze Lasagna

Now, as much as we love the smell of bubbling cheese and herbs wafting through the house, we don’t always have the time to whip up a lasagna from scratch. That’s where freezing comes in handy. But before you wrap up that tray and toss it into the icy abyss, [...]

How Long Can Chicken Stay In The Freezer?

As life gets busy, that frozen poultry might just sit in the icy depths of your freezer, leaving you to wonder if it’s still safe to serve up to your family. So, let’s dive in and clear the frost off this frequently asked question! Understanding Freezer Storage Before we get [...]
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