• Never place cooked food on plates that previously held raw meat.
• Wash knives between different ingredients.
• Use separate utensils for raw and cooked foods.
• Clean countertops after preparing raw ingredients.

These simple practices greatly reduce the risk of foodborne illness.

Clean Kitchen Appliances Regularly

Kitchen appliances can also collect grease, crumbs, and bacteria.

Pay attention to:

Refrigerator

• Wipe shelves weekly.
• Remove expired food.
• Clean spills immediately.

Microwave

Food splatters inside the microwave encourage bacterial growth.

• Wipe the interior after use.
• Steam-clean by heating a bowl of water with lemon for several minutes.

Oven

Clean grease buildup regularly to reduce odors and improve performance.

Dishwasher

Run an empty cleaning cycle monthly according to the manufacturer’s instructions to help remove residue and maintain hygiene.