When you’re cooking for a big group of people, it’s really important to keep food safe so everyone can enjoy the meal without any problems. Here are some easy tips I’ve learned:
Wash Your Hands: Start by washing your hands. Make sure you scrub them for at least 20 seconds before you cook.
Separate Raw and Cooked Foods: Use different cutting boards. One should be for raw meats and another one for vegetables. This helps stop germs from spreading.
Cook Thoroughly: Make sure your food is cooked all the way. For chicken and turkey, it should reach 165°F. For ground meats like burgers, aim for 160°F.
Keep It Cool: Don’t leave food out for more than two hours. If it’s really hot outside (over 90°F), then only leave it out for one hour.
Refrigerate Leftovers Promptly: After the meal, put any leftovers in shallow containers and get them in the fridge within two hours to keep them safe to eat.
Happy cooking!
When you’re cooking for a big group of people, it’s really important to keep food safe so everyone can enjoy the meal without any problems. Here are some easy tips I’ve learned:
Wash Your Hands: Start by washing your hands. Make sure you scrub them for at least 20 seconds before you cook.
Separate Raw and Cooked Foods: Use different cutting boards. One should be for raw meats and another one for vegetables. This helps stop germs from spreading.
Cook Thoroughly: Make sure your food is cooked all the way. For chicken and turkey, it should reach 165°F. For ground meats like burgers, aim for 160°F.
Keep It Cool: Don’t leave food out for more than two hours. If it’s really hot outside (over 90°F), then only leave it out for one hour.
Refrigerate Leftovers Promptly: After the meal, put any leftovers in shallow containers and get them in the fridge within two hours to keep them safe to eat.
Happy cooking!