Tag: Kill bacteria

According to the CDC, approximately 48 million people get sick from a foodborne illness each year in the United States alone. Cooking food makes it safer to eat primarily by using heat to kill harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can cause serious illness.

Unlike many foodborne bacteria, *Listeria* can survive and even multiply in refrigerated environments. To effectively prevent Listeria through microwaving, the critical factor is not a specific time but ensuring your food reaches and maintains a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).