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What is a recommended practice regarding handling raw meat, poultry, fish, or eggs?
What is a recommended practice regarding handling raw meat, poultry, fish, or eggs?
- Wash hands with warm water and soap before and after handling. (correct)
- Handle them with bare hands to preserve their natural flavor.
- Use the same cutting board for meat and produce to save time.
- Place them in the shopping cart first before other items.
Why is it advised to keep meats separate from produce during shopping?
Why is it advised to keep meats separate from produce during shopping?
- To ensure the meats stay colder.
- To prevent cross-contamination. (correct)
- To discourage people from buying too much food.
- To save space in the shopping cart.
What should you do if your drive home after shopping is longer than 1 hour?
What should you do if your drive home after shopping is longer than 1 hour?
- Quickly put all items in the refrigerator as soon as you arrive.
- Leave the items in the car until you are ready to cook them.
- Consider putting perishable items in a cooler or insulated bag. (correct)
- Don't worry about it; the items will be fine without cooling.
What should you check when purchasing packaged meat, poultry, or fish?
What should you check when purchasing packaged meat, poultry, or fish?
Why should you set your refrigerator to 40°F (5°C) and your freezer to 0°F (–18°C) or lower?
Why should you set your refrigerator to 40°F (5°C) and your freezer to 0°F (–18°C) or lower?
What should you do if your refrigerator doesn't have a thermostat?
What should you do if your refrigerator doesn't have a thermostat?
What is the best way to tell whether food is cooked thoroughly?
What is the best way to tell whether food is cooked thoroughly?
Which of the following foods should not be served due to the risk of containing raw eggs?
Which of the following foods should not be served due to the risk of containing raw eggs?
Where should a meat thermometer be placed to check for thorough cooking?
Where should a meat thermometer be placed to check for thorough cooking?
What is recommended if a recipe requires raw eggs?
What is recommended if a recipe requires raw eggs?
Why should kitchen surfaces be kept clean and hands washed often?
Why should kitchen surfaces be kept clean and hands washed often?
Why are paper towels recommended over dish towels when cleaning up after meals?
Why are paper towels recommended over dish towels when cleaning up after meals?
