It is important to defrost safely before cooking or eating. ❄ The safest way to defrost food is in the fridge, using a dish to catch drips. If you defrost food on worktops bacteria can grow more quickly!  Once food has defrosted, eat it within 24 hours.  For more food safety advice and tips visit us at @TasteofGrampian:  https://www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk/tents/taste-of-grampian-eatwell-tent #VirtualTOG #ForSafeFood | Food Standards Scotland | Facebook

The Food Standards Agency has a range of useful #FestiveFoodTips to make sure you’re storing, making and consuming your food safely this Christmas! See their tips for defrosting and cooking your turkey here: http://bit.ly/FSAXmas | The WI (National Federation of Women's Institutes)