The public is reminded to thoroughly prepare foods this holiday season. Use a food thermometer to tell when food has reached a safe minimum internal temperature. 

Ensure that all raw ground beef is cooked at a minimum temperature of 155 degrees Fahrenheit or 68 degrees Celsius. Beef, pork, lamb and veal should be cooked at a minimum temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit or 68 degrees Celsius.

Cook chicken, duck, turkey and stuffing to 165 degrees Fahrenheit or 74 degrees Celsius.