Cook!

                 Foodborne Bacteria can't be seen, smelled, or tasted, but it can make you very sick.  Remember to always use these cooking tips:

1. Use a food thermometer- this will help you tell if your food is fully cooked.
2. Always cook food to a safe minimum temperature. 
3. Always place the food thermometer in the thickest part of the food, away from the bone and fat to check the temperature.
4. Let food sit for a few minutes after cooking in the microwave as it can burn you because it is very hot. 
5. Always cook eggs before eating them.  Eggs should be firm and not runny when you are going to eat them.
6. Don't depend on checking the colour of cooked meat- only a thermometer will tell for sure.
7. Check the temperature in several places to be sure the food is cooked evenly.
8. Wash the food thermometer in hot, soapy water after using it.

Look at the following chart to see safe temperatures for different foods.

Watch the following video to see how you can become sick if you don't properly handle your food:



TASK:  Read the story "How Your Dad Got Sick!" and highlight anything you think is very important.