What does it mean to "Cook It Safe?"
The "Cook It Safe" campaign encourages cooks of all ages to read and follow all cooking instructions
printed on food packages before preparation. To prevent foodborne illness in your home or dorm room, follow the
Cook It Safe Taskforce's four basic messages:
Read and Follow Package Cooking Instructions.
Know When to Use a Microwave or Conventional Oven.
Know Your Microwave Wattage before Microwaving Food.
Always Use a Food Thermometer to Ensure a Safe Internal Temperature.
Cook it Safe - Know your Wattage (Sep 1, 2011; 1:00; MP4)
Make the right decisions about safe food preparation. Read and follow package
cooking instructions, and know your microwave wattage.
Cook it Safe - Microwave or Conventional Oven? (Sep 1, 2011; 1:03; MP4)
Use the proper steps for safe meal preparation. Read and follow package cooking instructions,
and know when to use a conventional oven or the microwave.
Live Chat
Taskforce members hosted a Twitter chat on September 16, 2011 to allow consumers and interested professionals
to ask subject matter experts questions about the campaign and microwave cooking. Follow
@USDAFoodSafety,
@FoodInsight,
and @Fight_Bac for more "Cook It Safe" information.
