I've always washed my meats before smoking, grilling, etc. I was surprised to read these instructions from the FDA folks! It's just fine that you don't have to wash the meat but I will continue to do so.
SOO, do you or don't you
How about a poll
beard
CLEAN: Wash hands and surfaces often
Wash your hands with warm, soapy water for 20 seconds before and after handling food. Wash your cutting boards, dishes, etc., with hot, soapy water after preparing each food item. Wash fruits and vegetables with cold water before using. There is no need to wash or rinse meat or poultry.
Rinsing Pork
It isn't necessary to wash raw pork before cooking it. Any bacteria which might be present on the surface would be destroyed by cooking.
EDIT: Folks, graybeard asked that I post this poll for him- so if you have already commented on this thread, please participate in the poll.
Thanks~Dutch
beard
CLEAN: Wash hands and surfaces often
Wash your hands with warm, soapy water for 20 seconds before and after handling food. Wash your cutting boards, dishes, etc., with hot, soapy water after preparing each food item. Wash fruits and vegetables with cold water before using. There is no need to wash or rinse meat or poultry.
Rinsing Pork
It isn't necessary to wash raw pork before cooking it. Any bacteria which might be present on the surface would be destroyed by cooking.
EDIT: Folks, graybeard asked that I post this poll for him- so if you have already commented on this thread, please participate in the poll.
Thanks~Dutch