As they watch the Super Bowl this Sunday, the Fight BAC campaign is reminding football fans to remember the two-hour rule.

Following the two-hour rule will help prevent food borne illness, the Partnership for Food Safety Education’s Fight BAC campaign says.

“Don't keep perishable foods at room temperature for more than two hours. If you put out a platter of food at kick off, best to get it back in the refrigerator during the half-time show,” the Fight BAC website says. “If food has been sitting out for more than two hours, don't eat it. When in doubt, throw it out.”

Also remember to keep food hot or cold either by nesting in a bowl of ice or using a crock pot or sterno cans.

For more tips regarding Super Bowl party food safety visit Fight BAC’s Brilliant Buffets & Party Platters web page.

The website includes information on: safe food handling, safe internal temperatures, safe sauces, storing food and more.

Posters, flyers and e-cards are all available as well.