Have a Safe - And Happy - Easter!
Easter means many things to many people. For some it is a time to celebrate faith, for others it is an opportunity to spend time with family. Children, of course, eagerly anticipate the arrival of the Easter Bunny (I personally can't wait).
Across the nation, people will be preparing large dinners and specialty dishes. In many places—not Wisconsin—spring has arrived, bringing with it sunshine and warm weather. Many families will sit outside and watch their children hunt for Easter Eggs hidden around the yard. Unfortunately, the large dinner, the homemade dishes, the outdoors, Easter Egg hunts (and, even, perhaps, cute, furry, little pocket pets like dyed chicks) have the potential to promote the spread of pathogens. Thus, it's important we all do our best to perform the simple steps which can ensure that this will be a safe and happy Easter for all. Frequent hand-washing and proper temp control, of course, virtually eliminates any risk of getting ill.
Remember, food safety starts with each of us. That said, we would like to sincerely and wholly wish you and your families a very, very Happy Easter.
