Washing Produce (Fruits and Vegetables)?What can I use to clean fruits and vegetables?
Are Tomato Products Safe From Salmonella?The US is having salmonella issues with tomatoes. My question is: If these tomatoes were used in processed foods like tomato paste or spaghetti sauce will the salmonella still live in the paste or sauce?
Shelf Life Of Imitation Crab Meat?I am 8 1/2 months pregnant and I love the imitation crab meat. I purchased frozen crab meat a while back and thawed it (kept in the refrigerator). So now it's been about a week since I ate the thawed imitation crab meat from the refrigerator but I'm getting worried now that I shouldn't have eaten it.
How Long Will Pumpkin Puree Last In Fridge?How long will pumpkin puree last in the fridge?
How Long Do Hard Boiled Eggs Last?How long do hard-boiled eggs last when they're refrigerated in their shells? Thanks.
Keeping Ham After 'Best By Date'?How long can you keep a ham slice after its best by date?
Using Cinnamon Sticks Multiple Times?I like to use cinnamon sticks, for flavor and for stirring, in my teas and coffee. Should the stick be tossed after so many uses, not just due to diminishing flavor, but for sanitary reasons? I allow the sticks to thoroughly dry between uses, but I still question the safety?
Cheap vs. Expensive Silicone Scrapers?I have a number of silicone scrapers that I use in my kitchen. Some were expensive to buy, others I purchased at a dollar store. The cheaper ones tend to "sweat". It is an oily type liquid. The expensive ones do not do this. Does anyone know what that "sweat" is? Are they safe to use?
Moldy Fudge?Why is my fudge moldy after one month?
Putting a Non-stick Pan in the Oven?I have a non-stick fry pan that has rubber on the handle. Is it true that if I cover the handle with foil, I can put it in the oven?
Expired Bottled Water?Is it okay to drink bottled water that is out of date?
Storing Cooked Turkey?Storing Cooked Turkey. How long will cooked turkey last in fridge?
Is Homemade Flavored Olive Oil Safe?Homemade Flavored Olive Oil. I was given a bottle of homemade flavored (herbs and garlic) olive oil for Christmas. The friend who made it states it has not been refrigerated. Is this safe to consume?
Are Raw Egg Whites Safe?Are Raw Egg Whites Safe? What are your thoughts out there about the safety--threat of salmonella, etc.--using raw egg whites in a recipe?
Stainless Steel Pan?My Stainless Steel Fry Pan was heated without anything in it and the metal is scorched. It doesn't seem to affect cooking, but is it still safe to use?
How Can I Tell If Dishes Are Food Safe?Is there a way to know if some dishes that I bought are food safe? They have stickers that say "QC Q32" and "QC Q35." Those are the only identifying marks, other that that they are made in China.
Disinfecting Lettuce?Today I bought some lettuce at the farmers market for the first time. My husband wants me to "disinfect" it because he says we can get "amoebas." What in the world is he talking about? I've never heard of disinfecting lettuce before. If I am supposed to disinfect it, how do I do that?
Dangers From Using Teflon Pans?Is anyone worried about using teflon pans? I heard or read something about danger using these pans.
Refrigerator Door Left Open?My husband accidentally left the the refrigerator door partially open. Do I throw all food away? I found this out at 6 am and we went to bed at 11 pm last night. I really need advice on this please.
Expiration Dates on Food?When I buy yogurt, sour cream, pre-packaged deli meat, etc, I know they have an expiration date. Sometimes the date may be a month or two away. My question is, once I open sour cream (for example), is it still good till the expiration date or is that date more for purchasing?
Preventing Food Poisoning?Tips for preventing food poisoning. Post your ideas.
Metal Scratches - Milkshakes?I have a question. I work at A&W restaurant. Something took my attention. When we are making milk shakes, we first put ice cream in a cup and we put one metal thing on top of the cup in order for the ice cream not to blow over the cup while stirring. Almost half of the metal thing is in the cup and when we are stirring it, the blender touches the metal and scratches it (the metal thing can be seen scratched) Is this an insidious health hazard or is this not detrimental? Thank you very much.
