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Sat, May 24, 2025
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Tips to stay food safe at cookouts this summer

Tips to stay food safe at cookouts this summer


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Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial kick off to Summer, which means picnics at the park or beach. Although these can be spur of the moment, they can also lead to foodborne illnesses if prepared improperly.

The article from WIFR provides essential tips for maintaining food safety during summer cookouts. It emphasizes the importance of keeping food at safe temperatures, with perishable items needing to be refrigerated at 40°F or below and cooked foods kept at 140°F or above to prevent bacterial growth. The article advises using separate cutting boards and utensils for raw and cooked foods to avoid cross-contamination, and stresses the need for thorough hand washing. It also recommends cooking meats to the appropriate internal temperatures: 160°F for ground beef and 165°F for poultry. Additionally, the piece suggests keeping food covered to protect it from insects and other contaminants, and advises against leaving food out for more than two hours, or one hour if the temperature is above 90°F. These guidelines aim to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer grilling season.

Read the Full WIFR Article at:
[ https://www.wifr.com/2025/05/23/tips-stay-food-safe-cookouts-this-summer/ ]

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