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Appliance Thermometers | PDF
Appliance thermometers help you know if the refrigerator is cold enough, or if the oven is heating at the proper temperature.

Cooking Safely in the Microwave Oven | PDF | En EspañolEn Español PDF
This fact sheet lists the basics for safe microwave cooking or reheating.

Deep Fat Frying and Food Safety | PDF
Important guidelines to prevent deep fat frying injuries at home, and to ensure that food is cooked to a safe temperature.

Is It Done Yet? | PDF (1.5MB) | Large Print PDF (2MB) | En Español
Learn how to use a food thermometer—it's not just for turkey anymore! Includes recommended internal temperatures and a recipe for safe, delicious, Fiesta Burgers.

Kitchen Thermometers  | PDF | En Español | En Español PDF
An illustrated guide to these essential tools, which come in several types and styles and vary in level of technology and price.

Microwave Ovens and Food Safety | PDF
This comprehensive fact sheet answers all your microwave questions.

Refrigeration & Food Safety | PDF
A refrigerator is one of the most important pieces of equipment in the kitchen for keeping foods safe.

Slow Cookers and Food Safety | PDF | En Español | En Español PDF
Used correctly, this counter top appliance is safe and convenient.

Specialty Devices and Safe Food Handling | PDF | En Español | En Español PDF
Facts about thawing trays, solar box cooking, disposable temperature indicators, thermoelectric cooler/warmers.

Thermy™ Coloring Page (PDF Only)
Kids, print a copy and color it any way you like.


Last Modified: August 6, 2012

 

 

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