What is the single most common location of food preparation that is responsible for reported outbreaks of foodborne disease?

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Number and percentage of foodborne disease outbreaks, outbreak-associated illnesses, and hospitalizations, by etiology (confirmed or suspected) — Foodborne Disease Outbreak Surveillance System, United States, 2009–2015