Hints From Heloise

Wed., March 25, 1998

King Features Syndicate

Dear Heloise: My kitchen counter space is limited. Therefore, I use the same surface area to prepare most of the meals I cook.

After handling raw chicken and other meats, which can carry harmful bacteria, I use an old cleaned-out spray bottle filled with bleach and water. I keep it handy under the kitchen sink. I spray the surface with solution and wipe with a paper towel. Then I proceed to clean with soap and water and dry thoroughly. No more contaminating germs! - Leslie Norris, Covington, La.

A good sanitizing solution is 3 tablespoons household bleach to 1 gallon of water. Leave it on the surface for about 2 minutes, then rinse and dry.

Note: Be sure to clearly label the bottle. - Heloise

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