FOOD PROCESSING
PRINCIPLES OF FOOD PROCESSING
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Question
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On the top shelf of the refrigerator away from other foods.
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On the bottom shelf of the refrigerator away from other foods.
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Meat does not have to be stored in any special way in the refrigerator.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Raw meat, poultry, and fish must be stored below prepared or ready-to-eat food if stored in the same refrigerator.
Detailed explanation-2: -The safest way to defrost any food is in the refrigerator. Place the meat in a clean container or platter that will hold any juices leaking out of the food. Place it on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator to prevent accidental cross-contamination of other food. Cook the meat as soon as it’s defrosted.
Detailed explanation-3: -Store raw meat, poultry and seafood on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator so juices don’t drip onto other foods and cause cross-contamination. When thawing meat in the refrigerator meat should be placed on a plate or in a container to prevent juices from contaminating other foods.
Detailed explanation-4: -Never store raw meat, poultry and seafood on the top shelf. “These items can drip juices that may have germs.” Accompanying the health authority’s warning is an image of a safely organized refrigerator.