USDA recommends food safety precautions for grilling ahead of Fourth of July [Video]

SAN ANTONIO – As Fourth of July celebrations begin next week, the United States Department of Agriculture has several food safety tips for a tasty holiday.

“Fourth of July is a great time to use the grill and smoker to cook delicious meats and poultry,” said Dr. Emilio Esteban, Under Secretary for Food Safety, in a press release. “Whichever method you use, reduce your risk of foodborne illness by using a food thermometer to measure the safe minimum internal temperature, and reduce cross-contamination by using separate utensils for raw and cooked meat and poultry.”