Food Safety 101
There aren't many absolute rules in the culinary arts, but following safe food handling procedures is a must. Here's everything you need to know about food safety, what causes food to go bad and facts about food-borne bacteria and pathogens.
When Food Goes Bad
Food spoilage and food poisoning are caused by tiny organisms called bacteria. Find out what conditions bacteria need in order to thrive — and how to stop them in their tracks.
Food Temperature Danger Zone
The best defense against food-borne illness is stopping bacteria from growing — or at least slowing them down. We do that by keeping food out of the Food Temperature Danger Zone.
Ground Beef and Food Safety
These safety guidelines will give you tips on the best ways to handle, prepare and store hamburger and ground beef to minimize your chances of a food-related illness.
Chicken & Poultry Safety Tips
These safety and food handling guidelines will give you the scoop on preparing and storing chicken and poultry safely, including freezing and thawing tips and more.
Food Poisoning FAQ
Most cases of food poisoning are preventable through proper cooking and handling of food. Find out more about preventing food poisoning in your kitchen.
Common Food-Borne Pathogens
Find out about the most common food-borne pathogens, where they come from, how they're commonly transmitted and what their symptoms are.
Slow Cookers and Food Safety
Slow cookers are a wonderful convenience, but anytime you're dealing with low temperatures over long time periods, food safety is a concern. These simple slow-cooker safety guidelines will help keep you and your family safe.
Cutting Boards and Food Safety
Cutting boards come in all shapes and sizes and are made of every type of material from wood and glass to plastic and acrylic. Find out which is better for food safety.
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