Vocab
Internal temperature
The temperature in which food must cook to inside in order to be safe to eat
Where can Ecoli be found?
Beef and unpasteurized milk products
Should you leave food out on the counter to defrost?
No! Bacteria grows at room temp!
How can food become contaminated
Letting it sit past its "sell by" or "best by" date
How should you store your food in the refrigerator to ensure no CC can occur?
Store food appropriately in the refrigerator/freezer - keep raw meats in their packaging and store on the bottom shelf separate from other foods.
Food Poisoning
An illness caused by unsafe and improperly prepared foods. Causes many unhealthy symptoms
Where can Salmonella be found?
Poultry products, eggs
Chicken should be cooked to what internal temp?
165 degrees
How can food become contaminated
Not properly washing your hands or keeping good hygiene
What are symptoms of Food Poisoning
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea. Many people confuse symptoms as a stomach flu
Temperature Danger Zone
The range between 40-140 degrees where food will begin to grow bacteria and is UNSAFE to eat
What causes Staphylococcus (Staph)?
Improperly washed hands from food preparers
Steaks and roasts should be cooked to what internal temp?
145
Describe how to properly Wash your hands!
Warm, Soapy Water for about 20 seconds. (Sing happy bday or ABS's)
What are the life threatening symptoms due to Food poisoning
Blurred Vision, Severe Dehydration, Death
When in doubt...
Throw it out!
What causes Botulism?
Improperly canned foods or foods from dented cans
How can I cool down a Large pot of soup/sauce faster?
Break it down into smaller bowls or containers to let cool.
How long can food sit out before it gets contaminated?
No longer than 2 hours
How can we prevent Cross Contamination
Always wash surfaces and hands thoroughly after coming in contact with raw meats
What is Cross Contamination
Cross-contamination is the physical movement or transfer of harmful bacteria from one person, object or place to another.
Where can Listeria be found?
Deli meats, hot dogs
Leftovers and Casseroles should be cooked to what internal temp?
165 degreees
What can stop the growth of bacteria?
Freezing or refrigeration
How does CC occur?
Bacteria can be transferred from one food to another by using the same knife, cutting board or other utensil without washing the surface or utensil in between uses.