Pregnancy food safety · 3 entries
Sauces during pregnancy
Of the 3 sauces entries here, 1 is fine and 2 need care. Usually it's how something was cooked or stored that decides it, not the food itself — each entry says which, and why.
Every sauces entry, with a verdict
Sorted with the ones worth knowing about first. Avoid means skip it entirely; take care means it depends on how it was prepared.
Caesar dressing
Take careFresh made Caesar dressing is traditionally made with raw eggs, and they, as you know, can be contaminated with salmonella. Caesar dressing you buy in a grocery store is not dangerous as raw eggs are rarely used there, but you should check the ingredients to determine whether a particular brand uses raw eggs. When ordering Caesar salad in the restaurant, ask your waiter if their Caesar dressing is made using raw eggs.
Home-made mayonnaise
Take careUsually home-made mayonnaise contains raw eggs that can be contaminated with salmonella. So make sure that there are no raw eggs, otherwise avoid eating it. Mayonnaise you can buy in a grocery store is usually not dangerous, but better check the ingredients before consuming.
Almost all types of sauces
SafeEnjoy them with your meals and salads! Store in the fridge after opening.
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