Tonight Tips & Tricks

 Cross- Contamination Tips

 First of all void any bulk bins why because the risk of cross-contamination is too great. Many stores will save out a portion of a newly-opened product for you before filling a bin, but I say don't go their it is too risky. Only buy products that are sealed by the manufacturer before purchase.

 Cross-contamination at home can occur when storing and preparing your gluten-free foods if you are using food containing gluten for other family members. Any storage, eating, or cooking tool should be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized if it has been used for food containing gluten. Porous surfaces such as cast iron, stoneware, wooden or nonstick-coated cannot be considered safe for gluten-free food if they have ever been used for gluten. Any surface that is damaged by chipping, scratches, etc. and previously used for gluten should not be used for gluten-free food. If possible, store gluten-free food separately from other foods. If not, make sure packages are sealed and stored above gluten containing food in the pantry. Gluten-free food preparation and cooking should be done separately from food containing gluten, just as you would separate raw meat from cooked food. 

 I hope that tonights tips work out fore you or at least gets you thinking about it. Have a great night!!

Pamela