The Alabama News Center — Sizzle safely with these grilling tips from Alabama Extension

By: Mary Wilson

The sounds of sizzling grills are synonymous with the Fourth of July. It’s the most popular holiday for grilling, with more than 60% of Americans planning to celebrate by sharing grilled foods.

“On holidays, people are hosting parties or taking a favorite dish to a potluck,” said Janet Johnson, a food safety and quality agent with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. “There’s a lot on people’s minds as they’re preparing food. You really have to make an effort on holidays to be more cautious about food safety. It’s easy to make a mistake like leaving food sitting out too long or forgetting to wash your hands after you’ve greeted guests.”

To avoid spreading sickness instead of cheer, it’s important to follow correct food safety guidelines while grilling.

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