❁ Wash hands before handling and eating snacks.
❁ Rinse all fresh fruits and vegetables before eating.
❁ Cold items should not sit at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
❁ When sharing snacks with others, check for any allergies.
❁ Cook, refrigerate or freeze ground beef soon after buying.
❁ Thaw frozen meat in the refrigerator. Allow 12 hours for 1 pound and use a container to catch liquids. Cook or re-freeze within 1 or 2 days.
❁ Wash all fresh fruits, veggies and herbs by scrubbing or rubbing gently under running water.
❁ Do not mix batches of flavored water. Use it up, clean the container, then make a fresh batch.
Keep fresh turkey cold in the refrigerator. Check for a date on the package or use within 3 days after purchase. Freeze for longer storage.
Keep frozen turkey in the freezer until ready to thaw.
■ Greens are best when refrigerated with a little moisture and airflow. Cover greens with a damp paper towel in an open container or make holes in a plastic bag (20 holes in a medium bag). Some greens are sold in plastic boxes with holes. Use greens within 7 to 10 days for best quality.
■ Store dried herbs and spices in a cool, dark location away from direct heat or sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed.
Follow these guidelines when handling meat:
Clean: Wash hands, utensils and surfaces often with hot soapy water.
Separate: Keep raw meat and juices from contacting other raw or cooked foods.
❁ Cook eggs until whites and yolks are firm. Cook egg mixtures until the center of the mixture is fully set (reaches 160 degrees F on a food thermometer).
❁ Wash hands and items that touch raw eggs or their shells with soap and water. This includes counter tops, utensils and dishes.
