It’s almost that time of year for holiday parties and meals with family and friends.
Turkey is the star of many holiday meals. For tips on buying, preparing, serving and more with turkey, see Turkey Basics: Safe Cooking at from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Are you cooking for a large family reunion? Or are you volunteering to serve a holiday community meal? Information about Quantity Food Preparation on the K-State Extension Food Safety website can help you plan and serve a safe meal.
Don’t panic! Good planning helps you from hitting the panic button. The USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline receives many questions about holiday food safety. Reduce your fears of food safety by contacting them at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) or MPHotline@usda.gov.
Learn more about Holiday Food Safety from K-State Research and Extension