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NSF International Thanksgiving Food Safety Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

Department of Agriculture estimates that 80 percent of foodborne illnesses are linked to meat and poultry, so proper handling and cooking is essential. A turkey that has been thawed in this way can remain in the refrigerator for 1 or 2 days before cooking. Cook the turkey immediately after it is thawed. Don’t wash your turkey.