To wash or not to wash your meat before cooking

You need not wash packaged raw meats or poultry as long as you heat them up to the right temperature while cooking. — TNS

When it comes to food safety in the kitchen, it’s important to keep your work area clean from bacteria and the possibility of cross-contamination.

It’s best to use hot, soapy water to wash utensils, cutting boards and other surfaces you use, especially when handling raw meat and poultry.