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Food Safety Training Events

Upcoming Food Safety Training Event
Date/Time September 17, 2012
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Course ServSafe
Location Dickinson County Extension Office
1600 15th Street
Spirit Lake, IA 51360
Dickinson County
Contact/Deadline Holly VanHeel
vanheel@iastate.edu
Phone: 515-576-2119
Deadline: September 10

Food Safety Tip of the Day

It's safe to bite when the temperature is right

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The only way to know food has been cooked to a safe internal temperature is to use a food thermometer. Fortunately, thermometers are high-tech and easy to use. Research shows that while cooking by "color" is frequently done, it can be misleading. Correct use of the right thermometer provides confidence that foods are adequately cooked, resulting in a safe, delicious meal.

Source: United States Department of Agriculture

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