Transcript [Music] From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. After holiday meals, using leftovers is a great way to reduce food waste at home. Holiday celebrations often leave more food than expected; enough for 25 people instead of the 10 invited. According to the FDA’s Leftovers and Food Safety, bacteria […]
Transcript [Music] This is Susie Craig from Washington State University Extension. Staring at leftovers on the buffet table from your office holiday party?Bacteria in perishable food multiply quickly in the “danger zone” between 40°F and 140°F. More than 2 hours in the danger zone from the home to buffet table means, in fact, your food […]
Transcript [Music] From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig Planning and organizing the holiday buffet for your family or office this year? Holiday gatherings are a highlight of the season, and with careful planning, you can keep everyone safe from foodborne illness. Start with a menu plan. If others are contributing dishes, ask for […]
Transcript [Music] I’m Susie Craig, This is Food Safety in a Minute. Thanksgiving can turn the smallest kitchen into a bustling, highly populated hub of activity. Between juggling dishes, guests, and traditions, it’s easy to overlook food safety. With your Thanksgiving crew, start by asking everyone to wash their hands: Soap, water, and paper towels […]
Transcript [Music] I’m Susie Craig. Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. Did you know there was a bill passed in 1996 which protects Americans from liability when donating food? When food is donated in “good faith” and “meets safety standards”, the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act safeguards you from lawsuits. Why is […]
Transcript [Music] From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig. Did you know it’s Food Waste Prevention Week in Washington state? This week, our podcast focuses on how restaurants reduce food waste while keeping food safe for you to eat. In a study by the National Restaurant Association, 55% of consumers consider a restaurant’s food […]
Episode transcript [Music] I’m Susie Craig. Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. It’s a busy time of the year. Minimize time in the kitchen, go easy on your budget, and minimize food waste by taking inventory and using frozen leftovers. Frozen leftovers maintain quality between two and six months of storage. Use the oldest […]
Episode transcript [Music] Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute from Washington State University Extension. Food, often large quantities of food are part of Thanksgiving celebrations. Here are two suggestions to maximize your budget and minimize food waste while protecting your family from foodborne illness. • Practice the Two-Hour Rule after cooking, serving, and when […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. Recently, you may have heard or read about bird flu, H5N1. Geese and other waterfowl carry it around the globe. A virus can quickly circle the globe. This isn’t new. What is new? The infection of beef and dairy cattle with […]
Episode Transcription Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute, from Washington State University Extension. Should I store opened soy sauce in the refrigerator or my pantry? According to the FoodKeeper App, developed by the United States Department of Agriculture, Cornell University, and the Food Marketing Institute, commercial soy sauce is safe at room temperature after […]