Playing it Safe in the Kitchen
There’s no getting around safety in the kitchen. There are certain safety guidelines that are sacrosanct; compromising on these ground rules puts your whole family’s health at risk.
Before we get to the guidelines regarding certain types of foods, here are the 3 main rules that apply across the board to all types of foods:
1. Shop Wisely: Only purchase those foods that look and smell good.
2. Keep Meats & Veggies Separate: Blood and fluids that drip from the meats onto the veggies can spoil the vegetables and cause food poisoning.
3. Store Perishable Food Immediately: If you are planning on buying perishables such as dairy products, frozen foods or meats, plan on going home directly from the store or remember to carry a cooler bag to prevent spoilage.
Now on to the specifics:
Safety Guidelines For Meats
Salmonella and E.coli are the primary concern for all meats including beef, lamb and poultry. The danger zone where growth is rampant is between 40
