As you’re planning your Thanksgiving feast, don’t forget to prepare, cook and store your meal safely!
Check out these crucial tips from Extension Food Safety Specialist Carla Schwan:
• Don’t rinse your meat in the sink. Instead, cook your poultry to the appropriate internal temperature of 165 F to kill all bacteria.
• Never thaw your meat on the counter. This can allow harmful bacteria to grow.
• Cook your stuffing outside of your turkey. It’s the safest option and allows the stuffing to cook more evenly.
• Refrigerate your leftovers within two hours of cooking to reduce the risk of bacterial growth.
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