
Behind The Line
Behind the Line shares real-world food safety insight, kitchen tools that actually work, and practical guidance for food service professionals and home cooks.
Taylor Waterproof Digital Food Thermometer – Calibratable
This Taylor Thermometer is an essential tool in my toolbox. It is fast, reliable, and can be calibrated. The price is right as well!

Quality Food Pans at a great price
I thought for sure the price was too good to be true! But not at all. They are NSF and quality.

Excellent Scale for recipe consistency
All good chefs know that weighing ingredients is easier for scaling recipes and consistent results. Great for measuring flour, sugar, water, or any other bulk ingredients.

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I stand corrected…well sort of.
During a discussion with staff at my favorite seafood shop about fried fish the topic of “Fried Whiting” vs “Lake Trout” was brought up. I took the position…
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I have been spending more time in Sue’s Kitchen, literally
I am on a secret project for a client and it involves me doing some food experimentation. I can’t say much since it is hush hush, however, it…
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Did Sandy knock out your power?
There is a lot of information out there on how to avoid foodborne illness during a power outage. Many people and businesses up and down the east coast…
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Food Safety Tip: Short Finger Nails
Food Safety Tip: Keep nails trimmed short, do not wear nail polish and NEVER wear fake nails. All employees that handle food need to have good personal hygiene and…
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Kroger to stop selling Sprouts. Dangers cited.
Kroger Co announced in a press release dated October 19th that they will stop selling raw sprouts on October 22, 2012. I have talked about the risk of…
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Dole American Blend Salad Recall
On October 17, 2012, Dole Fresh Vegetables voluntarily recalled a limited number of cases of Dole American Blend salad in 12 oz. bags, coded A275208A or B, with…
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