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Safe Seafood For You And Your Family

Cooking seafood can feel like navigating rough waters, but we'll steer you straight. Master safe handling, prep, and cook times to serve up seafood that's ocean-fresh without worry. Our guides ensure you avoid fishy situations.
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How To Tell If Salmon Is Off

How To Tell If Salmon Is Off

Salmon is a delicious and healthy fish that’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids, but like all perishable foods, it can go bad. Knowing how to tell if your salmon is [...]
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Can You Eat the Skin on Salmon?

Can You Eat the Skin on Salmon? A Food Safety Perspective

When it comes to preparing and enjoying salmon, one question that often surfaces is whether it’s safe and beneficial to eat the skin of this popular fish. The short answer [...]
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Which Fish Lasts The Longest?

When selecting fish at your local market, it’s not only the flavor profile or cooking method that you should consider—each [...]

Can You Eat Scallops Raw?

Can you eat scallops raw? Now, I know the idea of sinking your teeth into a succulent, fresh scallop might [...]

How Long Does Cooked Salmon Last in the Fridge?

  As a dad, I know how important it is to ensure that the meals we serve our family are [...]

Can You Eat Raw Shrimp?

elicacy in many parts of the world, but also a point of contention when it comes to safe consumption: raw [...]

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How Long Does Opened Canned Tuna Last in the Fridge?

Whether you’re a tuna salad fanatic or a once-in-a-while sandwich maker, knowing how to store your food safely is key to keeping your family healthy and your meals delicious. So, let’s open the can on this topic and find out what’s what! Firstly, we all know canned tuna is a [...]

Cooking Fish Safely at Home: A Start-to-Finish Guide

Seafood not only tastes amazing, but provides great health benefits like omega-3s, vitamin B12, and protein. However, fish and shellfish do come with some safety concerns that we can’t ignore. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), seafood causes a large number of foodborne illness outbreaks each [...]

How to Thaw Lobster Tails

Now, if you’ve got your hands on some frozen lobster tails for a special occasion (or just because you deserve it), you might be pondering the safest and most effective way to thaw them. Well, worry not! I’m here to guide you through the process step by step, so you [...]

How Long Can You Freeze Fish?

Fish is a staple in our household for its delicious taste and nutritional benefits, but with our busy schedules, we can’t always cook it fresh. That’s where freezing comes in handy! Today, we’re going to dive into the icy waters of food preservation and tackle a common question: “How long [...]
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