Bacteria can spread throughout the kitchen and get onto cutting boards, knives, sponges and counter tops. Don't let bacteria spread from one food product to another. This is especially true of raw meat, poultry and seafood. Cook to proper temperatures. Foods are properly cooked when they are heated long enough and at a high enough temperature to kill harmful bacteria that causes foodborne illnesses.
Cold temperatures keep most harmful bacteria from growing and multiplying.
These settings should be checked occasionally with a thermometer. Food Preparation Information Food that is mishandled can cause very serious consequences for all, especially infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems. This information is for consumer use only.