NUTRITION
FOOD SAFETY
Question
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What temperature must we keep cold foods at? (Frozen not included)
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At or below 10C
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At or below 0C
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At or below -15C
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At or below 5C
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The coldest part of the fridge should be between 0 degrees Celcius and 5 degrees Celcius (32 degrees Fahrenheit and 41 degrees Fahrenheit). You could use a probe thermometer to check if food is being kept hot (above 63 degrees Celcius) or cold (below 8 degrees Celcius).
Detailed explanation-2: -Chilling food properly helps to stop harmful bacteria from growing. Some foods need to be kept chilled to keep them safe, for example: food with a use-by date.
Detailed explanation-3: -According to both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, refrigeration at 40° F or below is one of the most effective ways to reduce risk of foodborne illness.
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