To serve leftover meat, dressing and gravy, heat thoroughly. Boil leftover broth and gravies for several minutes before eating them. Boiling will help to make sure bacteria are destroyed. Gravies, dressings, meats and other protein-containing foods are excellent sources for bacterial growth which cause food poisoning.
Food poisoning is caused by preparing and storing foods improperly.
Lack of sanitation, insufficient cooking and improper storage are major causes of food poisoning. Highly perishable foods including meat, poultry, dressing, gravy, seafood, cream pies, puddings, potato salads and dishes made with eggs are those most likely to become contaminate d . To prevent food poisoning Use tested recipes with reliable tables for temperature and time. Using a meat thermometer can help you make sure that meats are cooked thoroughly. Internal temperatures of beef, veal and lamb should reach at least 140 Fahrenheit.