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Spotlight
Infant Formula and Botulism Outbreak
Do not use ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products. The government’s investigation is ongoing.
4 Simple Steps to Food Safety
Separate
Raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs can spread germs to ready-to-eat foods, so keep them separate.
Cook
Cook to the right temperature. Ensure that foods are cooked safely by always using a food thermometer.
Chill
Refrigerate promptly. Bacteria that cause food poisoning multiply quickest between 40°F and 140°F.
Tips
Leftovers: The Gift that Keeps on Giving
Learn how to safely save and savor your Thanksgiving leftovers.
Thanksgiving Leftovers for Safe Keeping, Weekend Grazing
Thanksgiving Day is for family and friends. But Thanksgiving weekend is all about you and those amazing leftovers! Before you dig in, keep these tips handy so that leftovers can stay safely stored in the fridge or freezer.
Food Safety Tips for All of Your Fall Fun
Welcome to fall! Even though the weather is beginning to cool and the days are becoming shorter, there are so many fun fall activities to do with your family and friends.
What Do You Do If You Have a Recalled Product?
You may have seen a number of food recalls in the news lately. What should you do if you find a recalled food in your own home?