Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has a chart that consumers can keep handy that details how long certain foods can last either in the refrigerator or in the freezer. On the other hand, leftovers can’t last forever, and it’s important to know when food has gone bad. For starters, all hot food should be left to cool before being transferred to the refrigerator or freezer.
When it comes to storing food, there are several key factors to keep in mind. Washing raw meat can increase the risk of bacteria, while defrosting in the refrigerator allows the meat to thaw all the way through at a consistent rate. When it comes to preparing the turkey, experts from USDA also recommend not to wash it, and only to thaw it in the refrigerator. Basically, keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.” “It’s important that foods pass through this range as quickly as possible. “It’s important to keep food out of the danger zone, which is the temperature between 41 and 135 degrees,” said Alexis Hamilton, a postdoctoral associate and incoming assistant professor of food processing microbiology at Virginia Tech. This also goes for leftovers be sure all food that is reheated is done so to the proper temperature. Checking each part of the turkey with a meat thermometer will ensure that the meat is cooked thoroughly and not overdone. Turkey should be cooked to 165 degrees Fahrenheit in three key places: the thickest part of the breast, the innermost part of the thigh, and the innermost part of the wing.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) encourage consumers to have a meat thermometer ready for Thanksgiving. With turkey being the star of the show for Thanksgiving dinner, it’s important to make sure that the meat is safe and cooked at the right temperature.
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While the price of Thanksgiving dinner has been top of mind for many consumers this year, what about preserving all of those leftover meal items to last as long as possible?įood safety experts are sharing their best tips on how to ensure that your family and friends are only eating foods that are fresh and safe this holiday season.
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