Country of Origin Labeling (COOL)
Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) is required for many foods found in your local grocery store. COOL gives consumers information about the origin of their foods. Food operations such as restaurants,...
Author: Angela Fraser
Food Safety Mistakes You Do Not Want to Make
#1 Using Dirty Hands to Prepare Foods We all know we should wash our hands before preparing food. But, did you know that not washing your hands before and during food preparation causes most...
Choose the Right Canner for Home Canning
Many myths exist about safe ways to can foods. The reality is that food must be processed using the right equipment and the right recipes to ensure safety. The type of canner you need depends on the...
Healthy Tip – Do You Know How to Cook a Turkey?
Before cooking your turkey, it is highly recommended to make sure it is completely defrosted. You can roast, smoke, or deep-fry your turkey. Below are simple instructions for roasting your Holiday...
Food Safety for Pregnant Women & Their Babies
Expectant mothers and those preparing food for them should be especially careful when handling food because a pregnant woman’s weaker immune system makes it easier for her to get a foodborne...
Leftovers
Keep Leftovers Safe Do not let leftovers make you sick! As soon as you finish a meal, put your leftovers in the refrigerator. Make sure that the temperature in your refrigerator is 41 °F or colder....
Strawberry Jam
Strawberries are practically perfect for making jam. A classic strawberry jam is simply made with strawberries and sugar, a freezer jam can be easily prepared using powdered pectin, and there are...
Microwave Food Safety
There are traits unique to microwave cooking that affect how evenly and safely food is cooked. “Cold spots” can occur because of the irregular way the microwaves enter the oven and are absorbed by...
Food Safety for Outdoor Cookouts
Grilling vs. Smoking Grilling: Grilling is cooking food over direct heat. Its intensity is similar to broiling, so tender meats and poultry are best for grilling. A grill is a utensil made of...
Mailing Food Gifts to Military
The most important thing to remember when mailing food gifts to U.S. service members overseas is to choose foods that are not perishable, can tolerate a range of temperatures, and will not break...
Strawberry Basics
Selecting Strawberries Choose bright red, fresh and clean strawberries with a sweet scent. Choose berries with green caps still attached. Choose containers that are clean and in good condition. Make...
Safe Handling of Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
Fresh fruits and vegetables are both nutritious and delicious and play an important role in good health. As you enjoy fresh produce it is important to handle these products safely in order to reduce...
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