How you handle food matters—whether it’s meat, poultry, fruits, vegetables, baked goods, or leftovers. The harmful bugs that cause food poisoning can show up in any of those foods. Here’s…
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All recipes in this post developed by Kate Sherwood, The Healthy Cook. Click here for a printer-friendly version of these recipes. Tempeh is a cultured, fermented, refrigerated cake made from…
Part of the excitement of the holidays is the traditional foods of the season. However, some of these foods can pose hazards that can ruin more than just a holiday…
Roasted Red Pepper Soup If you have leftovers, add a handful of chopped fresh herbs (basil, parsley, thyme) and you’ve turned your soup into a creamy pasta sauce. [text_ad] Total…
Arrange food evenly in a microwave-safe dish and add some liquid if needed. Cover the dish with a loose lid to let any steam escape. If you use plastic wrap,…
Whether you’ve cooked at home or dined at a restaurant, it’s often nice to have leftovers to enjoy at another time. Many dishes may not keep well (salad that has…
A little-known fact: there is no federal regulation that requires food companies to put any type of expiration date on food (except infant formula). Some states have rules that require…
“It’s a dream come true for peanut butter lovers: two gigunda REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups in one enormous package!” says The Hershey’s Store website. [WN] Go ahead. Pinch yourself. You’re…
Once you’ve disposed of the truly gone-by items—homemade leftovers that are four days old or more, deli meats that are more than three days old, and other foods that have…
How to pack your food safely: • Keep raw meats and raw produce separated in shopping bags. • Wash reusable bags regularly, or use disposable bags for raw meat items.…