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Preparing Your Holiday Turkey Safely
Emily Tokheim
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Preparing Your Holiday Turkey Safely

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, let's ensure a safe and healthy holiday meal for everyone! Practicing proper food safety can help prevent communicable diseases like Salmonella and Campylobacter (often called "Campy").

Here are some essential tips:

๐ŸงผClean: Wash your hands, utensils, and surfaces often.
๐Ÿ“๐ŸฆƒSeparate: Keep raw meat and poultry separate from ready-to-eat foods.
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸณCook: Use a food thermometer to ensure your turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165ยฐF (74ยฐC).
๐ŸงŠChill: Refrigerate leftovers within two hours to prevent bacteria growth.

Stay safe, and enjoy a happy Thanksgiving! ๐Ÿฆƒโœจ


Store, thaw, handle, and cook raw turkey to prevent foodborne illness.
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