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How To Defrost Lamb

How To Defrost Lamb

Lamb is a flavorful and lean meat that can take your dinner from drab to fab. However, safely defrosting those frozen lamb chops or leg of lamb is an important [...]
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How Long Can You Freeze Bacon?

How Long Can You Freeze Bacon?

As we dive into the frosty world of frozen bacon, we’ll explore what the experts at the CDC and FDA have to say about safe food handling and storage. So, [...]
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How to Thaw Bacon The Safe Way

We all know that a sizzling strip of bacon can make any morning brighter, but before we get to the [...]

A Complete Guide to Safely Storing Meats at Home

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), poultry alone accounts for the most deaths related to foodborne [...]

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 Can You Keep Meat In The Freezer?

If you’re anything like me, you want to make the most of your groceries, save time, and ensure your family [...]

All Food Safety Essential Articles

How Long Do Cooked Hamburgers Last in the Fridge

Whether you’ve grilled up a feast for the family BBQ or cooked a cozy meal for one, you might find yourself with a few cooked patties left over. Now, the big question on your mind might be: “How long can I keep these burgers in the fridge before they go [...]

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 home. While it may seem simple, there are some common defrosting mistakes that can increase the risk of bacterial growth like E. coli and salmonella. The good news is that [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Chicken Thighs

Freezing is like pressing the pause button on food spoilage, but even in the sub-zero sanctuary of your freezer, chicken thighs don’t last indefinitely. So, let’s unwrap the details of safely freezing chicken thighs, so you can protect your family from unwanted foodborne foes and ensure every chicken meal is [...]

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 sauce for a family feast, you might find yourself with leftovers. And nothing pains a food lover more than wasted leftovers, am I right? But, as we all know, with [...]
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