Health officials investigate local case of E. coli infection Oct 17, 2008
Always wash hands, cutting boards and utensils between fixing raw meat or poultry and other items such as fruits and vegetables. Drink only pasteurized milk, juice or cider. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Birds of a feather are flocking together in Memorial Park this weekend. Oct 10, 2008
Using a process called dye sublimation, his photographs can be transferred onto cups, glass cutting boards, tee shirts and can wraps. (Julie Smith/News Tribune photo). (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Variety apple of buyer's eye Oct 4, 2008
Against a wall in the orchard's store, a dozen apples are labeled and lined up on wooden cutting boards with knives to slice samples. "It's great to be able to taste before buying a whole bag," said Clover Schwartz of Saratoga Springs. (Albany Times Union)
Shopping at a slightly hidden gem in Kittery Oct 4, 2008
It has a set of shelves filled with electronics and another alcove packed with just kitchen goods, dish towels, dishes, appliances, cutting boards and the like. Prices vary by piece and quality with non-clothes items. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Outfitting your dream (green) kitchen Sep 23, 2008
Bambu makes my favorite products with cutting boards, bowls and utensils made from bamboo, every green hostesss favorite rapidly renewing grass. For your next party, check out Bambus Veneerware, the eco-alternative to the paper plate. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Tailgating tips, recipes Sep 19, 2008
If you ll be preparing food on site, bring along color-coded cutting boards, such as a red board strictly for raw meat and a green board for veggies only. Bring separate, labeled knives as well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
16-month old Kittitas County baby contracts salmonellosis Sep 16, 2008
Cutting boards and counters used for meat or poultry preparation should be washed after use to prevent cross contamination of other foods, she said ... Wash cutting boards and counters used for meat or poultry preparation immediately after use to avoid cross contaminating other foods. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Ellen Cobau, RN: Packing a safe lunch Sep 11, 2008
Wash countertops and cutting boards ... Cutting boards should be free of cracks and can be sanitized in the dishwasher. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Quebec widens recall of cheese products Sep 7, 2008
He highlighted the importance of disinfecting any surfaces that may have come into contact with a contaminated products, like knives or cutting boards. Dr. Horacio Arruda of Quebec public health was quick to reassure the public that the risk of illness remained relatively low. (Globe and Mail)
Back-to-school food safety Sep 5, 2008
Use clean cutting boards, dishes and utensils ... Thoroughly wash utensils, dishes and cutting boards that have come in contact with raw meats, poultry and egg products. (Dowagiac News, MI)
One dead, 87 ill in salmonella outbreak in Quebec Aug 30, 2008
They are also asking the public to ensure meat is cooked all the way through and knives and cutting boards are washed after use. (). (Globe and Mail)
Experts Provide Important Food Safety Tips For the Long Weekend Aug 29, 2008
Make sure to wash utensils, cutting boards, hands and surfaces before, during and after food preparation, and when switching tasks such as handling raw meat, poultry and seafood, and preparing vegetables. Chill and freeze foods promptly. (Canada Newswire)
Contamination warnings Aug 24, 2008
CONTAMINATED ITEMS: Discard wooden cutting boards, plastic utensils, baby bottle nipples and pacifiers that touch flood waters. There is no way to clean them safely. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Keep yourself safe: wash your vegetables Aug 3, 2008
Make sure that all food prep surfaces are clean counters, cutting boards, knives before using on fresh tomatoes. When washing tomatoes fresh from the warm outdoors, the rinse water should not be more than 10 degrees colder than the produce. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Shedding new light on watermelon Jul 31, 2008
Do not use the same cutting boards and utensils without cleaning first. Toss any fruits or vegetables that have not been refrigerated within two hours of cutting and peeling or cooking. (The Clarion-Ledger)
House of bamboo Jul 28, 2008
Cutting boards started couple's business of green products ... SAN MARCOS Long before they began crafting cutting boards, cutlery, countertops and sinks from hardy bamboo woodcuttings, Tom and Joanne Sullivan were accustomed to working with their hands ... Impressed with the board's resilience and look, the Sullivans decided to make about 20 cutting boards that year to distribute as Christmas gifts for their family, Joanne Sullivan said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Kokua Line: Salmonella alert affects peppers Jul 25, 2008
Consumers are advised NOT to wash, peel or cook raw jalapenos or serranos to try to get rid of any possible salmonella contamination because doing so is not likely to be effective and, instead, might spread the salmonella to hands, sinks, cutting boards, knives, etc. Got a question or complaint. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Packing techniques help keep food safe during summer Jul 23, 2008
Wash all plates, utensils and cutting boards that have been in contact with raw meat or poultry with hot soapy water before using them again for cooked food. 10. (Carroll County Times)
Revisit a classic - Scoop out some new takes on watermelon Jul 23, 2008
Clean all surfaces, including cutting boards, and utensils with hot water and soap before and after preparation ... Do not use the same cutting boards and utensils without cleaning first with hot soap and water. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Is washing veggies enough? Jul 22, 2008
These actions are not likely to get rid of Salmonella, which is very hard to remove by conventional means, and might spread the bacterium to the environment; for example, to hands, sinks, cutting boards, knives, and other foods. If you want to read more of the recommendations, they re. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
How to Make a Meal in Minutes Jul 19, 2008
Your prep materials such as knives and cutting boards, your baking dishes and pots and pans, your oven mitts, your spatulas and your every day serveware. Take a Prisoner. (Suite101.com)
Vendors come from near and far for event, despite high gas prices Jul 19, 2008
The results are customized cutting boards, wine boxes, coasters and other items. We re trying to let people know around the state what we re doing, she said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Salmonella tests lead to alert Jul 19, 2008
Wash, rinse, and sanitize all sinks, utensils, cutting boards, slicers, and food preparation surfaces before use with fresh produce. Always wash fresh produce under running water before use. (News & Observer)
Lobster Tale restaurant addresses violations Jul 16, 2008
Other violations were dirty shelves on which food was being stored, a back receiving door near a Dumpster that wouldn t shut by itself, missing tiles on the floor, a leaky roof and a need for new cutting boards and cleaner countertops, pots and pans. There was also a lack of sanitizing strips in the automatic dishwasher, and the ice being used to keep soda lines cool was also being used for drinks. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Here's the Beef Jul 15, 2008
I thought that was a given and that's why the constant urges to cook your meat properly and disinfect your hands and cutting boards, etc ... Never prepare raw meat and veggies in the same containers, cutting boards, plates etc. (Washington Post)
Chop shop -- kitchen knife techniques Jul 13, 2008
Carroll likes Epicurean cutting boards, which are made of layers of paper and food-safe resin. They're dishwasher safe, heat resistant and soft on knives. (Fresno Bee)
Cook's editor always has a lot on her plate Jul 13, 2008
I once spent an entire week making more than 750 cuts on 12 different cutting boards. To measure the pressure of my cuts and keep them consistent, I put the cutting boards on a scale and used a brand new knife each time ... We wanted to see whether the different cutting board materials affected the sharpness of the knives, or if the knives destroyed the cutting boards. (Boston Globe)
Pollock Road Jul 13, 2008
He also makes cutting boards and spring-action salad servers, he said. He enjoys the creativity his art provides compared to the cabinet making he did before, he said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Hydrogen Peroxide, Household Helper! Jul 13, 2008
Kill Kitchen Bacteria: Kitchens are a huge source of bacteria in the home, and spraying hydrogen peroxide or using a dampened rag on cutting boards after you're cut your meats and veggies could kill those germs. Bathroom Uses: Spraying hydrogen peorxide in bathtooms can kill mold, which can cause allergies. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Purchasing and preparing safe produce Jul 13, 2008
If possible, use separate cutting boards for fresh produce and raw meats to avoid cross contamination the transfer of harmful bacteria from raw meat and poultry to raw produce and other ready-to-eat foods. Clean, rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces such as cutting boards, utensils, and counter tops. (Scranton Times, PA)
500 Club: Kabobs are great on the grill if you keep things safe Jul 13, 2008
Wash cutting boards and utensils with hot, soapy water between uses to prevent a foodborne illness. Flavor faults Always marinate meat in the refrigerator, rather than at room temperature. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Assalmonellacasesrise,statestomatoes arestill toutedassafe (5) Jul 6, 2008
The FDA advises to avoid buying produce that is bruised or damaged and discard any items that appear to have spoiled; wash all fresh fruits and vegetables under cold running water before using; clean utensils, dishes and cutting boards with warm, soapy water between food items; and keep raw tomatoes that are to be consumed raw separate from raw meats, raw seafood and other raw produce items. Article Rating. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Ask the Trib: Food, shrubs are overgrown Jul 6, 2008
Avoiding cross-contamination by washing hands and using clean utensils, plates and cutting boards to handle cooked foods is an important step to preventing food-borne illness, Beattie said. Who is responsible for making sure that trees and shrubs don't block sidewalks. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Food Safety When Dining Outdoors Jul 5, 2008
Avoid cross-contamination (the transfer of bacteria from one place to another) by using different cutting boards, platters and utensils for raw and cooked foods (different colored cutting boards help with that. . (CBS News -- Early Show)
USDA expands ground-beef recall Jul 4, 2008
Wash hands, cutting boards, dishes and utensils thoroughly before and after handling raw meat. Keep meat away from other food that will not be cooked. (Seattle Times)
City Market recalls ground beef; urges customers to pull products Jul 4, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes and utensils with hot, soapy water ... Use separate cutting boards for raw meat, poultry and egg products and cooked foods. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
How to Choose and Use the Right Glue Jul 3, 2008
Wood glue is designed for carpentry, craft and hobby projects such as building cabinets and furniture and making wooden toys, cutting boards, dollhouses, birdhouses, etc. It is available for interior use, as well as in moisture-resistant and even waterproof versions for outdoor furniture. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Easy Ways to Keep Your Home Germ Free Jul 2, 2008
Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and other food items, as the cracks and crevices on cutting boards provide space for bacteria to grow. Make sure to thoroughly clean the cutting board in between uses. (Pekin Times, IL)
Tomatoes May Not Be Salmonella Cause Jun 29, 2008
"The specific types to avoid are raw red plum, red roma or red round tomatoes unless they were grown in states such as Texas by growers not linked to the outbreak.Consumers are advised to: cook tomatoes to 145 degrees for at least 15 seconds to kill salmonella avoid buying bruised or damaged tomatoes throw away tomatoes that appear to be spoiled thoroughly wash all tomatoes under running water refrigerate cut, peeled or cooked tomatoes within two hours or throw them away separate tomatoes that... (Click2Houston, TX)
Made in Vermont: Carving Out a Living Jun 28, 2008
But the problem was-- cutting boards are everywhere. "There are a million people," he says. (WCAX.com, VT)
The Pear Tree brings taste of Europe to Cumming Jun 24, 2008
Bowls, trays, platters and other serving pieces from Belaverra and Mariposa are in stock, along with tea towels, mugs, cutting boards and wooden fruit. Clocks abound, from the small nightstand size to huge wall hangings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Read all 'lap board' posts in Crave Jun 21, 2008
Reader W.T. offered a low-tech (and cheap) solution: cutting boards, especially those with nonskid silicone accents ... Because heat is an issue, W.T. urges you to use only cutting boards that are rated dishwasher-safe by the. (CNET News)
Could this T-seat tip gain traction? Jun 20, 2008
I've had success placing them between my cutting boards and granite countertop to prevent sliding. LOUISA ROBERTSEnglewood, Fla. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
How to Have Your Tomatoes, and Eat Them, Too Jun 17, 2008
Handling tomatoes contaminated with salmonella can spread the bacterium to anything the handler touches, including hands, kitchen utensils, cutting boards, sinks, and other foods ... Wash cutting boards and utensils in between each different type of food that is cut. (MEDLINEplus)
Click for tips on tomato safety. Jun 16, 2008
Wash cutting boards, knives, containers and counters to avoid cross contamination, never allowing raw meat to come in contact with fruit and vegetables to be eaten raw. Inquire at restaurants. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Danny DeVito's Miami restaurant Jun 12, 2008
His Shula s On The Beach in Fort Lauderdale was recently tagged for 19 violations, including criticals like chicken thawing in standing water, cutting boards in disrepair and uncovered garbage cans in the women s bathrooms. At Dan Marino s Tavern On The Lake in Orlando, there wasn t enough detergent in the dishwashing machine. (The Palm Beach Post)
(More)Pass the tomatoes ... not! Jun 12, 2008
Make sure to wash cutting boards, dishes and tabletops with hot, soapy water when switching between foods. The Illinois Department of Public Health has not yet confirmed the source of the salmonella saintpaul strain in Illinois that has caused 27 cases of the illness so far, but strongly advises consumers to continue using safe food handling practices to prevent illness. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Fire destroys McNeal business Jun 11, 2008
Siempre Mesquite is a woodworking company that uses mesquite lumber to make doors, cabinets, flooring, cutting boards and other indoor and outdoor wood commodities. Advertisement. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
5 tips for food safety Jun 10, 2008
Also wash cutting boards, counters and utensils to avoid cross-contamination. Avoid any kind of contact with raw meat when preparing fresh vegetables. (MSNBC -- Health)
Picnic Bugs (448) Jun 10, 2008
Wash cutting boards and utensils with soap and hot water when switching foods. Store food in the refrigerator and remove just prior to cooking or serving. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
LAUSD Pulls Tomatoes After Salmonella Outbreak Jun 10, 2008
Also wash cutting boards, counters and utensils to avoid cross-contamination, she said. Many people misdiagnose salmonella poisoning as the flu, said Jones. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Salmonella outbreak Jun 10, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils and counter tops with hot water and soap when switching between different kinds of food. Frequent handwashing with soap and warm water is another important precaution health officials are recommending. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Notice anything missing from your burger? Jun 9, 2008
Health officials also urge that cutting boards, dishes, utensils and other counter tops be washed with hot water and soap when switching between different types of food. Reader Comments. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Raw tomatoes missing from some Nevada restaurants after Western Salmonella scare Jun 7, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and counter tops with hot water and soap when switching between types of food products. For more information on the CDC and FDA investigation visit this. (KRNV.com, NV)
Whole Foods pulls tomatoes from shelves Jun 7, 2008
Customers who bought tomatoes are urged to cook the produce at 145 degrees to kill any possible salmonella, thoroughly wash all tomatoes under running water, separate tomatoes from raw meat and seafood, wash cutting boards and countertops with hot soap and water when switching between types of foods and remember to wash hands thoroughly before preparing or serving food. Sacramento Business Journal. (San Jose Business Journal)
HEB, Whole Foods pull tomatoes from shelves in wake of salmonella outbreak Jun 6, 2008
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State health authorities investigating salmonellosis outbreak Jun 6, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils and counter tops with hot water and soap when switching between types of food products. Wash hands thoroughly and often with soap and warm water especially after going to the restroom, before preparing or serving food and after changing a diaper. (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Stores pull some tomatoes after salmonella news Jun 5, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and countertops with hot water and soap when switching between types of food products. Sources: FDA, CDC and the Arizona Department of Health Services Salmonella Symptoms Most people infected with salmonella develop diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. (Arizona Daily Star)
How to keep kids healthy in the summer Jun 5, 2008
Have separate cutting boards -- one for meats, one for produce, and one for breads. Always keep perishable food refrigerated until it's going to be eaten. (CNN)
ChunkEbusiness,com Jun 4, 2008
Trivets, cheese boards, cutting boards, oven mitts, and wallpaper borders can also be found. All feature positive images of large people. (Suite101.com)
Local Salmonella outbreak linked to raw tomatoes Jun 4, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils and counter tops with hot water and soap when switching between types of food products. Wash your hands thoroughly and often with soap and warm water especially after going to the restroom, before preparing or serving food and after changing a diaper. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)
Arizona tomatoes linked to salmonella Jun 4, 2008
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and counter tops with hot water and soap when switching between types of food products. Cook tomatoes at 145 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 15 second to kill salmonella. (AZCentral -- Business)
Salmonella In Tomatoes Reported In Houston Area Jun 4, 2008
wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils and countertops with hot water and soap in between handling of different foods. wash hands thoroughly. (Click2Houston, TX)
For charities, cost of free food rises May 29, 2008
It also needs oven mitts for kitchen volunteers, dinner-sized napkins, spices, cutting boards and masking tape. Companies and individuals interested who wish to contribute can call 831-2011 or deliver supplies to the Shepherd's Table at 125 Hillsborough St., Raleigh. (News & Observer)
Take your backyard barbeque to the next level! May 26, 2008
Or use Bambu all-occasion bamboo veneerware cutting boards, plates, bowls and utensils, which are made from the highly renewable material. Bamboo is one of the earth's fastest-growing plants, needs no replanting, grows without fertilizers or pesticides and is harvested from controlled stands with an astounding growth cycle of three to five years. (KHOU.com, TX)
