FOOD QUALITY AND SAFETY
FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
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Question
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What internal temperature do you cook a pork chop to?
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135*
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145*
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155*
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165*
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Cooking Whole Cuts of Pork: USDA has lowered the recommended safe cooking temperature for whole cuts of pork from 160 ºF to 145 ºF with the addition of a three-minute rest time.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sirloin Pork Roast 4-5 lbs. 145°-160° F. 25-40 min.
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).
Detailed explanation-4: -The USDA recommends pork chops be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Baking at 375 degrees F works well, baking at 400 degrees F will give you a more caramelized texture.
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