SAFE TURKEY TIPS

Before you gobble up that turkey, check out these food safety tips to make sure your holiday is a healthy one . . .

~ Thaw frozen turkeys in the refrigerator.  Leaving them to thaw at room temperature allows bacteria to multiply which could cause food poisoning.

~ Color is not a reliable indication of doneness.  Always use a food thermometer to check the innermost part of the thigh and wing and thickest part of the breast.  It's the only way to make sure your turkey reaches the minimum required internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

~ Cooking stuffing inside your turkey is not a good practice.  Because stuffing inside the bird must also reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit, food safety experts recommend cooking it separately.

~ Pack leftovers in small containers for quicker cooling and refrigerate promptly.
Source: Andrea Astrachan, Consumer Advisor



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