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Cook Slow to Save Time: Four Important Slow Cooker Food Safety Tips

October 24, 2017 Mary Katherine Jeffers, Executive Correspondence and Issues Management Staff, Food Safety and Inspection Service

With work, school, sports practices, music lessons and homework time filling up the calendar, the back-to-school season can be hectic. During this busy time of year, having dinner waiting for you when you come home can make life so much easier. That’s why a lot of people choose to use slow cookers...

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If Kibbeh Is On Your Menu, Consider Cooking It

October 17, 2017 Abigail Shew, Food Safety Education Staff, Food Safety and Inspection Service, USDA

Kibbeh is a Middle Eastern and North African dish traditionally prepared with a combination of red meat, usually beef or lamb, raw onion, cracked wheat, and spices. Although there are some versions of the dish that are baked or fried (such as Kibbeh raas, quipe, Kubba halab, or Kibbeh bil sinieh)...

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Don’t Let Food Poisoning Sideline Your Tailgating Party

October 10, 2017 Sarah Lichtman, Food Safety Education Staff, Food Safety and Inspection Service

Fall is a great time to get outdoors — the weather is mild, and there are so many great activities to choose from: picnics in the park, hiking, apple picking and every sports fan’s favorite — tailgating. But even the most devoted fan could be sidelined with foodborne illness if they’re not careful...

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