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JAMMY PEPPER PASTA SAFETY LINES

SALAD June is National Safety Month
Ingredients: Servings: 6 In 1996, the National Safety Council (NSC) established June
as National Safety Month to increase awareness of health and
• 1 cups nuts (such as hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts, or pistachios) safety risks to decrease injuries and deaths among workers
• 3 lbs mixed bell peppers (baby, regular-sized or a mix of both) in the United States. Worksite safety risks can be exception-
• 2 red Fresno chiles ally high in the summer months, given that problems from
• 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil excessive heat, sun exposure, and dehydration can be more
• 1 head of garlic, cloves seperated
• 3 large sprigs of Thyme (if you have thyme in a bottle it is fine) prevalent.
• 2 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided, plus more National Safety Month is celebrated in June
• 3 tsp sugar, divided when people focus on how they can keep
• 1/2 cup plus 3 Tbsp red wine vineger their environment safe and free from any
• 1/2 red onion danger. It is a time to reflect on the work-
• 1 lb rigatoni (cooked) ing conditions around the country and how we can create a
• 6 oz. ricotta salata (salted dry ricotta) safer environment for those who work hard for honest pay.
• 1 cup basil leaves By learning about safety methods, we can increase pressure
on employers to offer a safer working environment to their
Directions: employees.
Step 1 - Preheat oven to 350°. Toast nuts on a rimmed baking
sheet, tossing halfway through, until golden brown, 5–10 min- Each week highlights a different general safety topic to be
utes depending on type of nuts. Let cool, then coarsely crush; set
aside. discussed:
Step 2 - Meanwhile, cut bell peppers in half lengthwise through Week 1 – Emergency Preparedness
their stems. Remove and discard any seeds and white ribs. Cut Week 2 – Slips, Trips and Falls
large bell peppers into 1”-thick strips and baby bell peppers in Week 3 – Heat Related Illness
half lengthwise. Thinly slice chiles crosswise into rounds; discard Week 4 – Hazard Recognition
stems.
Step 3 - Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high until HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH
shimmering, about 3 minutes. Add peppers, 1. Conduct a home fire drill
chiles, garlic, thyme, 2 tsp. salt, and 1 tsp. Fire is highly likely. However, taking precautionary mea-
sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until sures can prevent severe damage. And what better time than
peppers begin to soften and are golden brown
in some spots, 10–15 minutes. Reduce heat to National Safety Month to practice a fire drill. Select a safety
medium-low and add ½ cup vinegar. Partially point that’s close to your house. Test your fire alarms and per-
cover pot and cook, stirring every 5–10 min- form the drill.
utes, until peppers are very soft, jammy, and browning in some 2. Update your first aid kit
spots, 35–45 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Pluck out and Keeping an updated professional first
discard any shriveled thyme stems. aid kit is a simple yet effective way to
Step 4 - While peppers cook, thinly slice onion and transfer to a keep yourself prepared for unforeseen
small bowl. Add ½ tsp. salt and remaining 3 Tbsp. vinegar and emergencies. Make sure to stock it with dressings, bandag-
2 tsp. sugar, then toss to combine. Let sit to lightly pickle until es, tape, ointments, wipes, aspirin, gloves, scissors, and gauze
ready to use. pads. Make sure to check the first-aid kit regularly and re-
Step 5 - Cook rigatoni in a large pot of boiling salted water, stir- move ointments and medications that have reached their ex-
ring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and add pasta to pot with
peppers. Add pickled onions and their pickling liquid, then toss piration dates.
well to evenly coat pasta. Let cool to room temperature. 3. Practice self-defense
It’s always good to be mentally and physi-
Step 6 - Crumble ricotta salata into pot, then stir in reserved
nuts. Tear basil into coarse pieces, add to pot, and stir until cally prepared to face any unforeseen harm
combined. or danger. The best part about self-de-
Step 7 - Transfer to a large bowl and serve at room temperature, fense is that anyone can learn it. Anyone
or cover and chill if you prefer to serve salad cold. who needs to improve their strength and
Step 8 - Do Ahead: Pasta salad can be made 3 days ahead. Let agility can practice different techniques
cool to room temperature, cover, and chill. like karate, boxing, and jiu-jitsu.