No Thanksgiving dinner is complete without a turkey, but undercooked turkey could cause serious illness that no one will ever be thankful for. Salmonella, campylobacter, Lysteria, staphylococcus and Shigella are the most commonly reported bacteria associated with turkey. In fact, a study conducted by Consumer Reports in 2013 revealed that almost half of these disease causing organisms were found in 257 samples of turkey from supermarkets. Sixty percent of the samples were infected with E. Coli, 15 percent with staphylococcus and 5 percent with Salmonella. The great thing, however, is that all these organisms can be destroyed by thoroughly cooking... Read more +
Having two or more rounds of liquor is the main thing that comes to mind when one thinks of intoxication but consuming undercooked poultry could also result in a serious case of intoxication from the Staphylococcus bacteria. This bacteria is commonly found on the skin, nose and throat of individuals with cold and sinus infection, but it is also rampant in untreated water, sewage and unpasteurized milk. Ham, chicken, and potatoes are commonly associated with Staphylococcus Intoxication. The bacteria can only be killed by temperatures of 120˚F, so it is extremely imperative that meats and poultry reach their correct cooking... Read more +
Almost every woman that has ever been pregnant can testify of the unusual cravings they are plagued with. However, pregnant women should be especially cautious at this time as they could transfer a dangerous disease called Toxoplasmosis to their unborn infant. Toxoplasmosis is caused by a single-celled parasite called Taxoplasma Gondii. Infants born to mothers who become infected with the disease shortly before or during pregnancy are at great risk of brain and eye injury. Taxoplasmosis can be contracted by eating unwashed fruits and vegetables, drinking unpasteurized goats milk, accidentally ingesting contaminated soil, drinking water contaminated with Taxoplasma Gondii and... Read more +
Diners and householders may want to take extra precaution when dining out and preparing beef following a recent study revealing that 46 percent of E. coli cases came from beef. The study was conducted by Centers for Disease Control (CDC) over the course of a 4 year period. E.coli was among four major pathogens tested from 2008 to 2012. The other three pathogens tested were salmonella, lysteria and campylobacter. E.coli is a common bacteria that can live in the intestines of even the healthiest of cattle. The meat can become contaminated during slaughtering or processing. Washing hands thoroughly when handling... Read more +
Making Chocolate Easter Eggs will become a lot easier for many individuals following Chef Remi’s announcement of a free recipe eBook with the purchase of their candy thermometer. Buyers will receive the eBook “How to make Chocolate Easter Eggs” to help them create delightful Easter egg treats. The book is filled with a number of exciting recipes and techniques on the art of creating perfectly cooked chocolate candies. Commenting on the bonus gift, Chef Remi said: “With Easter around the corner, it is a great time to make candy and Easter eggs. To perfect cooking candy, it is really important... Read more +
