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Tenderness Tips
Avoid freezing whenever possible to eliminate additional moisture loss during thawing, which results in less tender meat.
Keep chicken from drying out in the refrigerator by keeping it tightly wrapped.
Contamination Prevention | Cooking Safety | Proper Storage
Contamination Prevention
Shopping
When shopping for fresh turkey, make sure it is among the last items selected so that the length of time it is without refrigeration is as short as possible.
Before Opening
Wine to be consumed within a few weeks
Keep bottles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and
vibration.
The use of a rub is one way to flavor turkey. A rub is basically a dry mix of herbs and spices that are applied to the raw meat and are allowed to permeate and flavor the meat over a period of time, usually overnight in the refrigerator.
If you want to make homemade pumpkin puree or pumpkin pie ahead of time, it is alright as long as you use the proper storage method. Also, leftover homemade pumpkin pie needs to be stored properly to keep it fresh as long as possible. See when to refrigerate and when to freeze.
Hints
Quickly chill wine by placing bottle in a bucket of ice water rather than in the freezer. Leave in ice water approximately 10 minutes.
Chill sparkling wine in the refrigerator for at least four hours before serving.
Shopping | Stuffing | Marinating | Grilling and Broiling | Barbecuing and SmokingDeep-Frying | Doneness | Nutritional | Food Safety | Storage
Shopping Tips
When shopping for a whole turkey, it is best to purchase at least one pound per person.
Contamination PreventionDoneness | Proper Storage | Safety and Handling Tips
Contamination Prevention
Shopping
When shopping for beef, make sure it is among the last items selected so that the length of time it is without refrigeration is as short as possible.
Shopping Tips | Thawing Tips | Cooking Tips | Roasting/Baking Tips | Grilling Tips | Checking Doneness | Refrigerating Tips | Freezing Tips
Shopping Tips:
Decide the type and quality of ham that you want for your serving intentions.
Among the top criteria influencing the shelf life of bread are the following: the bread ingredients used, the bread storage temperature and humidity levels, the type of storage container used, and the bread storage location.
Contamination Prevention | Cooking Safety | Proper Storage
When working with pork it is essential that the meat is handled and stored properly to ensure safety. You cannot see the harmful bacteria on the meat so you must handle it as if it is present.
Tools for Preparation | Lettuce Preparation | Tips
Lettuce
A family of vegetables consisting of five varieties classified according to shape and growth. Vitamin A and potassium are the most notable nutrients in lettuce.
It is important to know how to store a cake properly whether it is decorated or not. A decorated cake will require care in how it is stored so that the frosting design is not disturbed; whereas, an undecorated cake must be stored properly to maintain freshness. If the cake is frozen for storing, it is important to thaw it properly.
Contamination Prevention | Cooking Safety | Proper StorageConsumption Safety
When working with fish it is essential that proper handling and storage are used to reduce the risk of food-borne illness and ensure a quality product.
How Much Turkey?
The following table allows for second helpings and leftovers.
WholeTurkey
Pre-StuffedTurkey
Bone-InTurkey Breast
BonelessTurkey Roast
12 to 16 ounces per person
Allow 1¼ to 1½ pounds per person
Allow ½ to ¾ pound per person
Allow ½ to ¾ pound per person
Fresh vs.
Contamination Prevention | Cooking Safety | Proper Storage
Contamination Prevention
Cleanliness: A clean working environment is essential in the prevention of contamination in working with pasta and other foods.
Cake Storage | Frosting / Topping Storage | Filling Storage
Cake Storage
Plain Butter Cakes, Single or Multiple Layered Cakes, Cake from a Mix
Storage:Room Temperature
Storage Note:
Be sure to cover tightly but do not refrigerate.
egg nog, homemade egg nog, eggnog
Contamination Prevention | Cooking Safety | Proper Storage
When working with pork it is essential that the meat is handled and stored properly to ensure safety. You cannot see the harmful bacteria on the meat so you must handle it as if it is present.
Garnish your salads or main entrée with a carrot curl.
Before slicing, use a vegetable peeler to cut a strip of the peeled carrot.
The carrot strip must be rolled and secured with a toothpick.