Archive for the 'Food Safety' Category

Safety Tips: Good Reminders for Thanksgiving

No one wants to think about food poisoning — stomach cramps, nausea and more — the day before a big holiday feast, but if you’re the cook, you need to be mindful. From cooking your turkey to storing and reheating leftovers, Thanksgiving offers many chances to make simple meal prep mistakes that can be costly.

Read more »

  • Posted at 8:30 am
  • Permalink

Turkey Talk: To Stuff or Not To Stuff?

turkey stuffing
Years ago it was unheard of NOT to stuff your turkey. These days, things have changed because of growing awareness for food-borne illnesses and their risks. The good news is that there’s a way to safely stuff your turkey.

Read more »

  • Posted at 9:30 am
  • Permalink

Shopping for the Safest Cookware

After I served up rice with flecks of metal, my hubby finally agreed we needed new pots and pans. I got the All-Clad ones I’ve always wanted. After six years, my set is still going strong and dinner has been fleck-free ever since. If you’re looking to upgrade or just wondering about your everyday pots, here are some important things to know.

Read more »

  • Posted at 2:30 pm
  • Permalink

Safety Tip: Buying Apple Cider

Hot Apple Cider
Every fall, my mom brings out her special tray of warm apple cider flavored with a cinnamon stick. Although delicious, not all apple cider is the safest. Find out what you should be looking for when purchasing your next container.

Read more »

  • Posted at 10:00 am
  • Permalink

Safety Tip: Wash Those Hands!

washing your hands
Washing your hands when you cook, after using the restroom and just in general can keep germs from spreading. Seems simple enough, but many folks don’t do it or do it properly. Here are some hand-washing basics. Read them!

Read more »

  • Posted at 9:30 am
  • Permalink

Safety Tip: Buffet Etiquette

buffet safety
Buffets are everywhere these days — Sunday brunch, wedding receptions or the local chain restaurant. I just got back from a trip to Israel, and our hotel even offered breakfast and dinner buffets. Now, I’ve seen some clean and well-managed buffets before, but this place’s spread was definitely not one of them. Of course, it’s not all the restaurant’s fault. We diners can be beastly.

Read more »

  • Posted at 9:35 am
  • Permalink

Safety Tip: Packing Foods for Your Cookout

cooler
The Labor Day holiday is all about barbecues, beaches and picnics. Don’t let spoiled food spoil the fun. Try these tips for keeping your goodies at the right temperatures while you enjoy the summer sun.

Read more »

  • Posted at 10:00 am
  • Permalink

Healthier Grilling: Decreasing Cancer Risks


These days, everything causes cancer, it seems — grilling is no different. Now, we’re not suggesting you never grill (believe me, I love grilling), but there are a few steps to take to make it safer.

Read more »

  • Posted at 8:00 am
  • Permalink

8 Grilling Safety Tips You Need To Know


Cooking out with the fam and friends is the highlight of any summer, but beware some dangers. Here are our top rules to know before firing up your backyard cooker.

Read more »

  • Posted at 10:00 am
  • Permalink

Some Like It Hot: Using A Thermometer

Thermometer
Undercooked food just makes me sick! Literally. Lots of other people, too. Most folks blame food illnesses on a stomach bug or the flu, but often the cause is your own food. A thermometer is good weapon for killing off pesky food bacteria.

Read more »

  • Posted at 8:00 am
  • Permalink
Advertisement

Newest Comment

On Katie’s Healthy Bites: An Irish-Inspired Salmon & Potato Dinner, julo said:

I made cream braised cabbage. But instead of using a lot of cream, I only used about 1-2 tablespoons, and added another tablespoon of horseradish. And that was for a whole head of cabbage. I got that creamy texture, and a great punch of flavor! And it goes great along side my mustard roasted potatoes!

Recently Commented On

  • Katie’s Healthy Bites: An Irish-Inspired Salmon & Potato Dinner — 4 comments
  • Diet Soda: Good or Bad? — 96 comments
  • Diet 101: The Biggest Loser Diet — 1 comments
  • Spotlight Recipe: Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins — 27 comments

5 Most Popular Posts

Tweet with Us

Follow us on Twitter to get site updates, nutrition news and more.

Join Us on Facebook

HealthyEats.com on Facebook
http://blog.healthyeats.com