Whats the best way to store pork before cooking?
After cooking? You can store uncooked fresh pork tightly wrapped in butcher paper in the refrigerator up to four or five days. Uncooked pork can be frozen for up to six months. What steps can I take to assure food safety while preparing meat? • Keep your cooking area clean • Wash hands with soapy water before and after handling any meat products • Thoroughly wash all utensils, containers, cutting boards and work surfaces • Use separate serving plates for carrying raw and cooked foods • Discard leftover marinades – do not reuse Can I microwave to defrost/reheat pork that has been frozen? The microwave and fresh pork can work together to produce delicious dishes. Pork conveniently and successfully defrosts and cooks in the microwave oven. It’s a great idea to cook cuts ahead of time, slice into convenient shapes and freeze to be reheated in the microwave later in the week. But as with many other foods, use traditional cooking methods for best flavor and texture results. To what temperatu
