Make it 160° for a Safe and Savory Burger

Chances are you already know some food safety basics, but it is important to brush up on and practice proper food safety and share knowledge with others every time you’re in the kitchen.  Thoughtful handling and storage from the grocery store to the kitchen counter and proper food preparation, as well as storing leftovers, ensures that your meals will not only be nutritious and delicious, but safe and wholesome, too.  Remembering to follow food safety guidelines when shopping, preparing and storing beef will help you cook with confidence at home.

You may already know that your burgers should be cooked to a higher temperature than a steak or roast, but did you know that 160° is the optimal temperature for safe and savory ground beef? Click here for tips on how to check your patty’s internal temperature for a delicious and properly-cooked burger.

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