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Show 8 Hilltop Times November 24. 2004 Revenge of the turkey mea a result, UL has pulled its safety cerDeep fried feast tification for turkey fryers. Those who live off-base and still insist on that deep-fried taste should safety guidelines follow some safety rules — see the refrigerator below 41 degrees. Never defrost a turkey by placing it on the kitchen counter. To ensure a safe cooking process, the turkey's internal temperature should reach at least 180 degrees when done cooking. Don't rely solely on the plastic pop-up style cooking probes; insert a thermometer by Elvan Roberts by 1st Lt. William E. Lujan into the turkey's thigh to get an accurate internal temFire Inspector 75th Aerospace Medicine Squadron perature. It's that time of year again, and as families gather for Always follow the manufacturer's instructions- listed Thanksgiving is upon us and many Thanksgiving, it's especially important to remember on the packaging. After the turkey is properly cooled, families are pondering just how to serve promptly. All hot foods should be served at 140 best serve up a gobbling-good meal. food safety basics when preparing a holiday meal. Deep fried turkey is an interesting Having a safe holiday meal begins With inspecting degrees. and delicious alternative to the trafood to ensure it is the proper color, temperature, tex- To stuff or not to stuff ture and odor. Also, ensure the food has not been tam- The safest way to cook holiday stuffing is to separate ditional stuffed bird, but is it worth it from the turkey. Stuffing must reach a temperature the risk?. pered with in any way. Although deep-fat turkey fryers of 165 degrees, whether or not the stuffing is cooked The bird A fresh turkey should be purchased no more than inside or outside of the turkey. If stuffing a turkey, it have been around for years, they are two days ahead and should be stored in a refrigera- is important to mix ingredients just prior to filling theextremely dangerous if not used properly. Recently, a number of disastrous cavity and placing it in the oven. tor with adequate storage space. When storing raw fires have occurred that have been Stuff loosely to help ensure safe, even cooking. Rememmeats, ensure they are placed in a sealed container and kept on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator to avoid ber, the turkey must reach 180 degrees, while the stuff- attributed to turkey-fryers, including one here at Hill last November, cross-contamination with other foods. ing must reach at least 165 degrees. destroying a duplex in our housing All frozen foods should be stored below 32 degrees Following the meal, promptly remove any excess with cold foods stored below 41 degrees. When a cold meat from the turkey skeleton and refrigerate imme- area. Also, after the fire here at Hill, food temperature rises above 41 degrees, but is still diately. Storing leftovers in this manner will allow themthe Hill AFB Fire Department has prohibited turkey fryers from being below 140 degrees, it is in the temperature "danger to cool faster. zone," where harmful bacteria can multiply rapidly. Remember to store the stuffing and turkey in sepa- used on base. According to Underwriters LaboDefrosting a frozen turkey can take a very long time. rate shallow containers. Don't let allow the turkey to If you're not careful, it could lead to food-borne illness.sit out and fall into the temperature "danger zone" as ratories' safety experts, concerns, Frozen food should be defrosted in the refrigerator, bacteria can multiply rapidly and cause leftovers to are running high about backyard chefs "sacrificing safety for good spoil. so it does not rise above 41 degrees. taste." UL has performed tests on Food may also be thawed by running water over All leftovers should be reheated to 165 degrees to the frozen item continuously. When using this method,kill any bacteria that might have grown while in stor- these fryers and found that the "greatthe water temperature must not rise above 70 degrees age. Again, all hot foods should be served at 140 degrees.tasting birds" are not worth the risk. One problem is that the fryers do and the surface temperature should not rise above For more information, call the Public Health office 41 degrees. Once defrosted, store the turkey in the at Ext. 5-4518. not have a temperature regulator. As Tips for a happy, healthy holiday meal information box. Have a safe holiday season. • Turkey fryers should always be used . outdoors a safe distance from a building and other combustible materials. • Never use turkey fryers on wooden, decks or in garages. • • Use turkey fryers on a flat surface to help prevent accidental tipping. • Never leave the fryer unattended, not: even for a second. Most units do not have thermostat controls. Left unattended, the oil will continue to heat until it catches fire or boils over. • Never let children or pets near the fryer. • Do not overfill the fryer. Doing so may cause the oil to overflow and catch fire from the burner. • Lids and handles can become extremely hot. Use well-insulated pot holder oven mitts when handling any part of the aluminum pot. ' • Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes in case of oil splatter. • Keep an ABC dry-chemical fire extinguisher nearby. 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