Right now, there may be an invisible enemy ready to strike. He’s called BAC (bacteria) and he can make people sick. In fact, even though consumers can’t see BAC – or smell him, or feel him – he and millions more like him may already be invading food products, kitchen surfaces, knives and other utensils. But consumers have the power to Fight BAC!® and to keep food safe from harmful bacteria. It’s as easy as following these food safety basics:
Clean
Wash hands and surfaces often
Separate
Don’t cross-contaminate!
Cook
Cook to proper temperature
Chill
Refrigerate promptly