Clean
Separate
Cook
Chill
100

How long do you rub your soapy hands under warm, running water?

20 seconds

100

What do you do when you need to cut produce and meats when preparing one meal?

Use separate knives and cutting boars, or fully wash and sanitize the knife and cutting board after cutting one and before cutting the other.
100

When defrosting meat in the microwave, when should you use the meat by?

Immediately

100

What is the best way to put hot leftover food in the fridge?

By putting it in a shallow container that can cool quickly.

200

What should you do to counters and other preparation surfaces before and after cooking?

Sanitize

200

What is important to remember for SEPARATE while grocery shopping?

Keep produce away from raw meats. Put raw meets in plastic bags when possible to prevent dripping.

200

What temperature should leftover be reheated to?

165ºF

200

What is the maximum amount of time you can leave food out in the temperature danger zone?

2 hours

300

What is the proper way to wash fruits and vegetables?

Under running water, scrubbing well with your hands, not using any soap.

300
What is the proper way to unthaw meats in the fridge?

On the lowest shelf, on a plate or pan that will catch and juices from getting on other foods

300

What is the proper way to use a food thermometer?

Turn it on, insert it in the middle of the food, do not touch any bones or sides/bottom of pan.

300

What is the Temperature Danger Zone?

40ºF-140ºF

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