date:Nov 26, 2012
ng meats. A thermometer placed in the cooler helps ensure temperatures stay below the recommended 40 degrees F. Any raw meat packages should also be wrapped in plastic to avoid any juice cross-contaminating other food in the cooler.
Keep hot foods hot:
If you arent sure you can keep food in the range of 140 degrees F until its ready to serve at a tailgating party, its strongly advised that you cool it below 40 degrees F until its ready to reheat and serve. That said, soups and chili can usuall