Food Safety

Don’t let uninvited guests ruin your party. Whether it’s a pool party, BBQ, or graduation celebration, don’t let foodborne illness tag along.

1. Thaw and marinate food in a refrigerator
2. Cook food to a safe internal temperature
3. Store cooked food in a hot holding area (like an insulated container)

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It’s a great day for a picnic! Make sure when filling your basket that you keep the food cold with ice packs. And don’t let food sit out for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if the temperatures are higher than 90 degrees. https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/handling-food-safely-while-eating-outdoors #FoodSafetyFridays

Who doesn’t love a Farmer’s Market? Fresh produce, friendly people, and delicious baked goods. While you browse, make sure to follow these food safety tips from the Department of Agriculture: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2021/10/29/farmers-market-food-safety-tips #FoodSafetyFridays

Don’t cross-contaminate!
🍎 Wash fresh produce before cutting
🔪 Use clean utensils & wash/sanitize in between use.
🥩 Store raw meat on the bottom shelf to avoid meat juices dripping on other food
🧼 Wash your hands before, during, and after handling food.
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Time to get the grill going! Prevent fires and foodborne illness by following these tips for grill safety and meal prepping: vdh.virginia.gov/environmental-health/food-safety-in-virginia/food-safety-basics/  #FoodSafetyFridays

It’s time to send the kiddos back to school. Follow these food safety tips to pack a safe lunch for them: https://www.foodsafety.gov/blog/get-food-safety-school-year. And don’t forget the note! #FoodSafetyFridays