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Safety

Food Safety and Storage

Safe handling helps prevent foodborne illness.

Wash hands and surfaces; keep raw meat separate from ready-to-eat foods.

Cook to safe internal temperatures: poultry 74 °C (165 °F), ground meats 71 °C (160 °F), fish 63 °C (145 °F).

Refrigerate perishable food within 2 hours (1 hour if above 32 °C / 90 °F).

Practical examples

  • Use a food thermometer when cooking chicken.

Knowledge check

What is the safe internal temperature for poultry?
Educational use only: Nutrition values come from USDA FoodData Central and describe the specific preparation listed; recipe and meal totals are calculated estimates, not laboratory-tested values. This tool does not set calorie targets and is not individualized medical or nutrition advice. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or take medication, talk with a licensed healthcare provider or registered dietitian.