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fromTasting Table
16 hours ago

How Long You Can Safely Soak Dirty Dishes Before Germs Take Over - Tasting Table

Actually, no. It's best not to let dishes soak for more than an hour or two; and if the dishes have dairy, eggs, or meat, that should be more like 30 to 60 minutes. Edmund "Ed" McCormick, food science and formulation consultant and CEO of Cape Crystal Brands told our sister site, Chowhound, ""It only takes minutes for the dissolved nutrients of the submerged food to break down, releasing carbs, proteins, and lipids, which comprise a bacteria diet.""
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fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Your Fridge May Be Harboring More Bacteria Than You Realize - Here's A Simple Fix - Tasting Table

Frequently opening or leaving the refrigerator door open raises internal temperature, promoting bacterial growth and reducing food shelf life.
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fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago
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Experts Are Sharing The "Red Flag" Ingredients That They Never Put On Their Plate At A Salad Bar

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6 months ago
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Experts Are Sharing The "Red Flag" Ingredients That They Never Put On Their Plate At A Salad Bar

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fromTasting Table
8 months ago

Surprisingly, The Riskiest Items In The Salad Bar Aren't The Veggies - Tasting Table

Protein and dairy items pose the greatest risk at salad bars due to their pH and moisture, not vegetables as commonly thought.
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fromTasting Table
3 months ago

Here's Why You Should Freeze Beef Well Before The Expiration Date - Tasting Table

Freezing meat does not reset its shelf life; freeze before spoilage because freezing pauses but does not kill bacteria.
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fromTasting Table
4 months ago

Here's Why You Shouldn't Always Follow 'Room Temperature' - Tasting Table

Room temperature varies widely and can fall within the food-safety danger zone (40–140°F), increasing bacterial growth and foodborne illness risk when foods are left unrefrigerated.
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fromTasting Table
4 months ago

The Safety Reason You Should Clean Up Kitchen Spills Immediately - Tasting Table

Even small, damp kitchen spills rapidly enable dangerous bacterial growth, so spills must be wiped immediately to prevent foodborne illness.
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fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

Want to try perpetual stew? Some tips for avoiding foodborne illness

Perpetual stew can last indefinitely but poses safety risks if not maintained at proper temperatures.
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