Keeping Summer Food Events and Barbecues Safe and Fun Serving up a Safe Summer Barbecue Summer is the prime time for patio picnics. Warmer weather conditions may be ideal for […]
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Food Safety of Jerky
When raw meat or poultry is dehydrated at home – either in a warm oven or a food dehydrator – to make jerky which will be stored on the shelf, […]
Serving Ice From Machines
Since 1968, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has traced numerous outbreaks of illness to the use of contaminated ice. Although ice can become contaminated through a variety of […]
Cooking Food Safely
Why take the time to cook food to safe temperatures? Because that’s the only sure way to destroy harmful bacteria that could make you sick. The City County Health Department, […]
Turkey and Holiday Food Safety Recommendations
Now that the busy holiday season is upon us, remember to take the time to use safe food practices in preparing Thanksgiving and other festive dishes. Don’t Play Chicken with […]
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