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Prevent contamination when preparing and serving meals by following these guidelines for cooking temperatures, food handling, and cleaning.
Learn how to handle, cook, and store food safely to prevent foodborne illness. Also available in PDF|384 KB.
Prepare and serve food safely for large groups such as family reunions, church dinners, and community gatherings.
Learn how to safely use a microwave for cooking tasks, like reheating or defrosting.
Find fact sheets on egg products, egg preparation and food safety.
Learn what the "sell by" date means for food safety.
View various food safety videos and public service announcements.
Learn how to test the temperature of cooked foods, including where to place the thermometer and what temperature to cook to.
Find important information on grilling, including food safety concerns and health concerns.
Food safety resources that can help you plan your next picnic, cookout, or other summer outing.
Safe handling of leftovers is very important to reducing foodborne illness. Follow the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service's (FSIS) recommendations for handling leftovers safely.
Find out how to safely prepare all types of meats, including beef, bison, pork, veal, lamb, goat, rabbit, and more.
Find out how to safely prepare all types of poultry, including game poultry. Offers a special section on turkey.
Follow these steps to keep your guests from getting sick with food poisoning.
Keep food poisoning out of holiday celebrations with these cooking and serving tips.
Choose and prepare fruits and vegetables safely so you can enjoy their nutrition benefits while removing germs.
Raw dough can contain harmful germs that are only killed by cooking. Use these tips to stay safe when baking or cooking with flour.
A listing of consumer information by topic. Topics include food allergies, food safety concerns, and what you need to know about dietary supplements.
Learn food safety techniques such as purchasing safe food, practicing safe handling while in the kitchen, and properly storing food and leftovers. Also available in PDF.
Whether you are a home cook, a professional chef, or a recipe writer, there are some easy steps you can take to help keep your food safe all the way from the grocery store to the kitchen table.
As you enjoy fresh produce, follow these safe handling tips to help protect yourself and your family.
Learn how to select, cook, and store eggs to avoid contamination and complications with foodborne illness.
Reduce the risk of food poisoning with these tips.
If you suspect that a food is contaminated or has made you or someone that you know sick, follow these guidelines to report it.