How to clean fruits and veggies.

Keep your produce safe for you and your family by washing and cleaning it properly before you eat it. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends following these tips:

• Before starting, wash your hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds.
• Rinse the produce before peeling it. This way, the knife doesn’t transfer dirt or bacteria from the outside to the inside.
• Use a vegetable brush for firm produce, such as melons or cucumbers.
• Remove the outermost leaves from heads of lettuce and cabbage.