FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
FOODBORNE ILLNESS AND FOOD SAFETY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Never thaw food at room temperature – harmful bacteria can multiply rapidly at room temperature. Choose one of these options to thaw food safely: Thaw food in a refrigerator. This is the safest way to thaw meat, poultry and seafood.
Detailed explanation-2: -If the food has been defrosted it must be cooked before being eaten to be safe. Once defrosted, foods should be consumed within 24 hours.
Detailed explanation-3: -Foods thawed by the cold water method or in the microwave should be cooked immediately after thawing. Never thaw foods in a garage, basement, car, dishwasher or plastic garbage bag; out on the kitchen counter, in hot water, outdoors, or on the porch. These methods can leave your foods unsafe to eat.