
Food Safety
News Release
Wednesday, November 15 2023
How to Cook Turkey Stuffing Safely
JESUS GARCIA, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST, FOOD SAFETY EDUCATION STAFF

Here’s an important Thanksgiving food safety tip that will surprise many: USDA doesn’t recommend stuffing a whole turkey. The practice increases the risk of cross-contamination and takes the turkey longer to cook. Cook stuffing separately instead.
Last Updated: Nov 15, 2023