McDonald County Health Department – Food Safety Tips to Keep in Mind This Week!

0Comments

Good morning! Reminder we will be CLOSED tomorrow (11/24) and Friday (11/25) for Thanksgiving. 

We hope you have a fun and safe holiday – here are some food safety tips to keep in mind this week!

Clean your hands, utensils, and surfaces. Do not clean your turkey! Separate raw turkey or other meats from fresh produce and use separate cutting boards, plates, and utensils to prepare them. Cook your turkey to 165 degrees all the way through to ensure that it is safe to eat. If you are having ham or other pork, ensure that it is 145 degrees. After your meal, be sure to refrigerate your leftovers within 2 hours – cut meat into small pieces so it cools at a safe temperature. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-6 months. When reheating food, make sure it gets to be 165 degrees all the way through.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Original source can be found here.



Related

Monett

City of Monett announces installation of new fishing dock at South Park Pond

The City of Monett has completed installation of a permanent EZ Dock at South Park Pond. A public celebration is set for May 11 with more events planned throughout May.

Monett

Monett City staff honored at appreciation picnic hosted by local sponsors

Monett City Council thanked local organizations after an employee appreciation picnic held at Ritchey Mill. The event featured donated food, antique cars, flights with a pilot, and games for city staff.

Danny Boyd, Sheriff at Barry County

Barry County Sheriff’s Office responds to 236 calls for service from April 20 to April 26

The Barry County Sheriff’s Office handled over two hundred calls for service between April 20 and April 26. Incidents ranged from thefts and assaults to property damage across several communities.

Trending

The Weekly Newsletter

Sign-up for the Weekly Newsletter from SW Missouri News.