Food Safety Essentials

As The Food Safety Dad, I want to walk you through the right techniques for thawing pork – this article is especially important as pork in particular is known to harbor these harmful bacteria. According to the CDC, pork was responsible for 10% of all foodborne disease outbreaks linked to [...]

First things first, let’s talk about why proper thawing is crucial. Thawing a turkey the right way is critical to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. According to the USDA, bacteria can start to thrive in “the danger zone” between 40°F and 140°F (4°C and 60°C), and a frozen turkey [...]

Whether you’re a fan of the classic beef and bean combo, or you like to get creative with turkey, veggies, or even a quinoa blend, chili is a staple that warms the soul as much as it does the belly. Now, if you’re anything like me, you probably like to [...]

  Understanding the shelf life of your leftovers is more than a matter of taste—it’s a matter of safety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provide guidelines to help us avoid foodborne illnesses, and I’m here to break down those guidelines [...]