Grilling your food wrong could be risky this Labor Day weekend: How to prepare it safely

For many Americans, LaborDayWeekend2022 marks the unofficial end of the outdoor grilling season – but it's no time to slack off on food safety when preparing their feasts, health officials urge. 🌭

How long can cold food sit out after you buy it?

Food safety starts long before you fire up the grill.

Cross-contamination occurs when bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella is transferred from raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs to salads, vegetables and fruits, as well as other food that is already cooked. Each year, foodborne illnesses account for about 48 million cases, affecting about one in six Americans,. These lead to about 128,000 hospitalizations and 3,000 deaths, the CDC says.

The main ways people cross-contaminate foods is by using the same cutting boards and plates for different foods and contaminating their kitchen sinks. Always wash your kitchen counter, cutting boards and utensils after they are used on raw meats.

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