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Can You Eat Beef Jerky While Pregnant?

Can You Eat Beef Jerky While Pregnant?

Lets chew over a question that I’ve heard many expectant mothers ask: “Can you eat beef jerky while pregnant?” Now, I know cravings can be quite the roller coaster during [...]
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How to Safely Defrost Beef at Home

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 [...]
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How Long Does Cooked Ham Last in the Fridge

  When it comes to food safety, ham is an interesting topic because it comes in many forms: there’s fresh [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Pork Chops?

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just someone who’s trying to avoid the takeout trap on busy nights, understanding how [...]

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 [...]

Handling Ground Beef and Steak At Home

Beef is a beloved protein that graces the dinner tables of countless families. It’s versatile, packed with flavor, and when [...]

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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 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, [...]

Can You Eat Beef Jerky While Pregnant?

Lets chew over a question that I’ve heard many expectant mothers ask: “Can you eat beef jerky while pregnant?” Now, I know cravings can be quite the roller coaster during pregnancy, and sometimes you just want that savory, chewy goodness of a piece of beef jerky. But as with everything [...]

How Long Does Cooked Ham Last in the Fridge

  When it comes to food safety, ham is an interesting topic because it comes in many forms: there’s fresh ham, cured ham, and fully cooked ham, just to name a few. Each type can have different shelf lives when stored in the refrigerator. To keep things simple, we’re focusing [...]
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