Cooking Meat The Safe Way

  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 [...]

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’ turkey. Specifically, once you’ve thawed that gobbler, how long can you keep it in the fridge before it’s time to [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]