Keep Food Safe When Cooking Outdoors
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- January 25, 2022
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Overview
Outdoor grilling is a fun way to cook food for family and friends. Although we often regard grilling outdoors as a summertime activity, many people cook outdoors year-round. To keep your cookouts safe, follow the steps in this factsheet before, during, and after grilling to ensure a clean workspace and safe food preparation.
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