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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 Long Does Opened Canned Tuna Last in the Fridge?

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, [...]
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How Long Does Tuna Salad Last In The Fridge?

How Long Does Tuna Salad Last In The Fridge?

Let’s be real, we’ve all been there. You whip up a big batch of creamy, delicious tuna salad, but before you know it, life happens. The kids have soccer practice, [...]
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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 [...]

Can You Eat Koi Fish?

Koi fish, those beautiful ornamental creatures that grace many a garden pond, and whether they find a place on our [...]

Can You Eat Bass?

  Bass is a common name for a variety of fish species that might end up on your dinner plate, [...]

How Long Can Salmon Stay In The Freezer

Whether you caught a great sale at the grocery store, had a successful fishing trip, or simply want to have [...]

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How to Thaw Salmon

  Whether you’ve brought home some beautiful salmon fillets for a fancy dinner or you’re prepping for a casual weeknight meal, you’ve taken the first step towards a heart-healthy, omega-3-packed feast. But before we get to the seasoning and cooking, let’s talk thaw. Why Proper Thawing Matters Freezing 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 [...]

Can You Eat Jellyfish

When you hear the word “jellyfish,” you might envision a serene yet untouchable creature of the sea, not an item on your dinner plate. However, these gelatinous beings are more than just a mesmerizing sight in the ocean; they are a source of intrigue in the culinary world. The burning [...]

How To Defrost Shrimp

  Shrimp is such a versatile and beloved ingredient in kitchens around the world, but many of us purchase it frozen to enjoy its freshness whenever we want. Let’s dive into how to defrost those little crustaceans without getting into hot water with foodborne illnesses. The Refrigerator Method: Slow and [...]
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