Clean, Cook, Chill & Win! Kick off your Super Bowl party with food safety MVP moves! Start with a clean prep zone—wash hands, wipe counters, and keep utensils fresh. Make sure your game-day favorites are cooked to the right temps (a food thermometer is your secret weapon), then keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. And don’t let snacks linger on the sidelines—perishable foods should head back to the fridge or warmer after two hours. Follow these simple plays and you’ll score big on safety all game long! 🏈
Safe Cooking Temperatures
| Beef, Pork, Lamb (chops, roasts, steaks) | 145°F (62.8°C) and allow to rest for at least 3 minutes |
| Ground Meats (beef, pork, lamb) | 160°F (71.1°C) |
| Ham, Fresh, or Smoked (uncooked) | 145°F (62.8°C) and allow to rest for at least 3 minutes |
| Full Cooked Ham (reheat) | 140°F (60°C) for ham packaged in USDA plants, 165 °F (73.9°C) for all other hams |
| Poultry (whole, parts, ground, stuffing) | 165°F (73.9°C) |
| Eggs | 160°F (71.1°C) |
| Fish and Shellfish | 145°F (62.8°C) |
| Casseroles | 165°F (73.9°C) |
Source: Safe Internal Temperature Chart (USDA)
