FOOD TECHNOLOGY

FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY

FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What internal temp should roasts of beef, pork, veal, or lamb be cooked to?
A
145F for 15 seconds
B
155F for 15 seconds
C
155F for 4 minutes
D
145F for 4 minutes
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The USDA recommends steaks and roasts be cooked to 145°F (medium) and then rested for at least 3 minutes. To ensure food safety, ground beef should be cooked to a minimum 160°F (well done). Be sure to check with a thermometer, as color alone is not a foolproof indicator.

Detailed explanation-2: -Minimum internal temperature of 145℉ (63℃) for 15 seconds applies to: Seafood-including fish, shellfish, and crustaceans. Steaks/chops of pork, beef, veal, and lamb. Eggs that will be served immediately.

Detailed explanation-3: -The USDA now recommends cooking pork chops, steaks, ham, and roasts to at least 145°F (63°C), which allows the meat to maintain its moisture and flavor without drying it out (7).

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