Party tips for keeping food safe!
Karen Blakeslee, KSU Food Scientist and Coordinator of K-State's Rapid Response Center says, "Perishable foods
such as meat and cheese trays, pasta dishes or finger sandwiches should be kept in a refrigerator until the party
starts."
Her tips include:
- Arrange food on small platters so you can refrigerate and rotate food within two hours.
- Use party tray lids as coolers by filling them with ice and setting the trays on top.
- Store hot or cold treats. They should not be left out at room temperature for longer than two hours.
- Wait until dough and batters are fully cooked before taste testing. Say no to raw dough.
- Beware of unpasteurized juice or cider, as it can contain harmful bacteria such as E. coli or Salmonella.
- Wash your hands before preparing food.
- Keep raw meats away from ready to eat foods to prevent cross contamination.
Blakeslee publishes a monthly newsletter called You Asked It! For numerous tips on safety and health, see
https://www.rrc.k-state.edu/newsletter
See Food Safety Recommendations:
https://www.fda.gov/fd/consumers/food-safety-educationFood Safety Bingo
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