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Cooking Meat The Safe Way

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How Long Does Cooked Bacon Last in the Fridge?

How Long Does Cooked Bacon Last in the Fridge?

I know bacon is often the star of the breakfast plate. It’s the crispy, savory treat that can make any morning feel special. But as much as we’d all love [...]
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How Long Does Cooked Sausage Last in the Fridge?

How Long Does Cooked Sausage Last in the Fridge?

We’ve all been there, right? You cook up a big batch of sausages for the family barbecue, and even after everyone’s had their fill, there’s still a plateful of those [...]
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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 [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Ground Beef?

  Now, I’m sure many of you have found yourselves staring at a great deal on ground beef at the [...]

How To Defrost Lamb

Lamb is a flavorful and lean meat that can take your dinner from drab to fab. However, safely defrosting those [...]

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 [...]

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How Long Does Spam Last?

Oh, the good ol’ Spam—the meat in a can that has been baffling taste buds and raising eyebrows since 1937. Whether you love it or you’re still on the fence about it, one thing’s for sure: Spam has been a shelf-stable staple in pantries around the world for generations. Now, [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Hot Dogs?

ng out in the deep chill of my freezer without turning into a frosty mess? Freezing is a fantastic way to extend the shelf life of food, including hot dogs, but there’s a right way to do it—and a timeline to follow to ensure you’re enjoying them at their best. [...]

How Long Does Cooked Bacon Last in the Fridge?

I know bacon is often the star of the breakfast plate. It’s the crispy, savory treat that can make any morning feel special. But as much as we’d all love for bacon to last forever, food safety must come first to keep our families healthy and happy. So, let’s fry [...]

How Long Does Lasagna Last in the Fridge?

Maybe you’ve slaved away in the kitchen layering that perfect blend of cheese, sauce, and noodles, or you’ve scored a hefty portion from your favorite Italian restaurant, there’s nothing quite like the comfort of a hearty slice of lasagna. But with great lasagna comes great responsibility—specifically, the responsibility of storing [...]
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