Summer time means picnic time. We all love picnics. They’re a great opportunity to spend time outside with your family. We expect to see flies, mosquitoes, or ants at a picnic. But it’s the bugs we can’t see, the harmful bacteria, that make more people sick. Bacteria grow rapidly in the danger zone between 40° […]
Food Safety in the Great Outdoors
Ahhhh…..you finally made it to your campsite. Life’s worries disappear as you relax in the sun. As you soak up the moment, your stomach growls, and you start cooking dinner. The last thing on your mind is food safety. Surely nothing in this pristine environment could make you sick, right? Think again! Food safety in […]
Grilling Summer Vegetables
The warm weather is here and many of us are inspired to grill outdoors. Adding vegetables to the grill is one way to save time in the kitchen and a fun way to create a healthy plate. Preparation of Vegetables Always start with a clean grill. Scrub vegetables before cutting or slicing them. Cut or […]