The Truth Behind That Bright Red Meat at the Supermarket—What the Color Really Means

other signs of poor handling.

Once you bring meat home, proper storage becomes just as important. Keep it refrigerated, handle it promptly, and prevent raw meat from coming into contact with foods that are ready to eat.

If meat develops a strong unpleasant odor or a noticeably slimy or sticky texture, don’t try to cook it just to see whether it’s still continue reading …