Risky Foods and Practices

Decrease Your Risk of Foodborne Illness

Safe food handling, cooking, and storage steps are essential to prevent foodborne illness. You can’t see, smell, or taste harmful bacteria that may cause illness. Some foods present a higher risk for foodborne illness and require special considerations when preparing or processing.

Risky Foods

• Raw Milk
• Cut Tomatoes (Spanish)

Food Preservation and Raising Animals at Home

• Canning and Food Preservation
• Raising Chickens Safely (Spanish)

Cooking for Special Occasions

• Chicken and Food Safety
• Summer Foods
• Special Events