| Protecting Your Family from Foodborne Illnesses
Bacteria which cause foodborne illness thrive at temperatures of 40 -140 degrees F. There are three general rules to follow to help keep your food safe:
- Keep Foods Clean - Handle foods with clean hands. Keep the refrigerator interior clean to prevent contamination.
- Keep Foods Hot - Once food is cooked, it must be kept hot (above 140 degrees F) until serving. Bacterial growth increases greatly when cooked foods remain at room temperature for longer than two hours. Avoid cooling leftovers on the counter before refrigerating.
- Keep Foods Cold - Refrigerator and freezer temperatures do not kill bacteria but, will slow its growth. The colder food is kept, the slower the bacteria grows.
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