Food Safety
Tips & Tech
Americans Love To Eat, But Hate To Cook
- Americans spend more on eating out that buying groceries
- More than 1 in 4 Americans don’t know how to cook
- In 2015, restaurant sales surpassed grocery sales for the first time
- In January 2019, Grocery sales: $56 billion – Restaurant sales: $61 billion
Restaurant meals are about 3X as expensive as cooking at home – Learn to cook safely and save big!
Food Safety Basics: Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill
Clean
- Wash your hands before and after touching food (Use warm, soapy water for at least 20 seconds)
- Wash your tools and countertops after each food item (Use hot water and soap)
- Rinse all produce, and clean cans and jars before opening
Separate
- Separate raw meat and eggs in your shopping cart, bags, and fridge
- Use a dedicated cutting surface for raw meat
- Wash plates and tools used for raw meat before reuse
Cook
- Just because a food is “done” doesn’t mean it’s safe to eat
- Always heat raw meat, eggs, and other dishes to a safe temperature
- Don’t let cooked foods sit – keep them hot until you’re ready to serve
Chill
- Return food to the fridge or freezer quickly – within 2 hours of cooking
- Thaw frozen foods in the fridge, under cold water, or in the microwave
- Refrigerate raw meats while marinating – Never reuse marinades (Unless boiled after each use)
Temperature Matters
How To Check Food Temperature
- Use a food thermometer to ensure food has reached a safe temperature
- Check food in several places to ensure it’s cooked evenly
- Calibrate your thermometer in ice water, adjusting the reading to 32℉
- Keeping foods at the right temperature ensures they’re safe to eat
Minimum Safe Temperature
Cooking:
- Steaks, roasts, and chops (beef, pork, lamb, and veal): 145 °F
- Ground meat (beef, pork, lamb, and veal) and eggs: 160 °F
- Poultry, casseroles, and leftovers: 165 °F
Keep Warm:
- Keep cooked foods hot until served, at least 140℉
- An Instant Pot or Slow Cooker takes the guesswork out of cooking – And keeps dishes hot (and safe) until you’re ready to serve
Storage:
- In refrigerator: 32 – 40℉
- Freezer: Below 0℉
Learning to cook can be daunting, but new tech makes it easier than ever!
Start Cooking Today
Taylor Digital Measuring Cup:
- Combined digital scale and measuring cup – Holds up to 4 cups, or 6.6 lbs
- Easily convert weight and volume measurements for better accuracy
Days Ago Tracker:
- Attach the tracker to open jar or container of leftovers with suction cup
- Digital tracker records how many days have passed
Drop Food Scale:
- WiFi-connected, compatible with iOS, Android, Alexa, and Google Home
- Syncs with recipe app to adjust measurements and find substitutions
Hiku Fridge Magnet:
- Scans barcodes or recognizes your voice to build grocery list
- Syncs with mobile app and online shopping cart
Range Dial Grill Pro:
- The thermometer wirelessly connects to your phone to monitor cooking temp
- Alerts you when safe temp is reached using preset for type of meat
There’s An App For That
Project Foodie:
- Recipes and video tutorials from celebrity chef Daniel Holzman
- Easily adjust serving sizes and creates an instant grocery list
- See what tools you need and get recommendations on what to buy
Substitutions:
- Database of ingredient substitutions to customize any recipe
- Personalize to fit your diet with vegan, gluten-free, and other filters
- Don’t have the right tools? Find alternatives and tricks
Cooking Times:
- Combination calculator and timer helps you get it right every time
- Select the type of dish, cooking temp, and size or quantity
- Use recommended timer or edit and create your own
SideChef:
- Plan your weekly meals and organize your favorite recipes
- Create a shopping list and order delivery from within the app
- Learn from how-to videos, audio guides, and illustrated tutorials
Chef Tap:
- Curate your favorite recipes from any website, blog, or family cookbook
- Access anywhere from desktop, tablet, or phone – Online or offline
- Build grocery list and adjust serving size in the app
Sources
- hiku.us
- cheftap.com
- getdrop.com
- howmanydaysago.com
- census.gov/econ/currentdata
- radarlogic.com/infrared-thermometer
- foodsafety.gov/keep/basics/cook/index.html
- foodsafety.gov/keep/basics/separate/index.html
- itunes.apple.com/us/app/sidechef/id905229928?mt=8
- itunes.apple.com/us/app/substitutions/id372387251?mt=8
- itunes.apple.com/us/app/cooking-times/id336813703?mt=8
- fda.gov/ForConsumers/ByAudience/ForWomen/ucm118524.htm
- cdc.gov/foodsafety/communication/food-safety-in-the-kitchen.html
- foodrepublic.com/2011/04/04/how-to-calibrate-your-food-thermometer
- itunes.apple.com/us/app/project-foodie-cooking-videos/id1166854343?mt=8
- store.supermechanical.com/collections/range-dial/products/range-dial-grill-pro
- fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/teach-others/fsis-educational-campaigns/thermy/thermy-for-kids/ct_index
- marketwired.com/press-release/whats-keeping-americans-out-their-kitchens-national-survey-reveals-top-excuses-not-1558601.htm
- fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/get-answers/food-safety-fact-sheets/safe-food-handling/doneness-versus-safety
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