food safety
Which one of the following foods is likely to contain the MOST bacteria?
A. Frozen raw chicken.
B. Recently cooked chicken.
C. A opened fizzy drink.
D. Bottled mayonnaise.
Answer A Frozen Chicken.
**Talk about other answers.
Where is the best to place a cutting board when cutting food?
A. In the sink
B. On a stable surface
C. Hold it with your hands in the air
Answer B. Always have cutting board on a stable surface.
What should you always do before touching any food in the kitchen?
Wash your hands and you have clean surfaces.
Where would you store yogurt? Why?
Refrigerator because it needs to be stored in a cool temperature so bacteria doesn't grow.
How many ounces in one pound of food?
16 ounces
Explain how to safely cook meat and how you tell when it is done/cooked. (Talk about beef and chicken)
Beef: Needs to cook till brown - Temp 145 degrees
Chicken: Needs to cook in till there is no pink and internal temp is 165 degrees.
Where should the knife be pointed towards when walking around?
Point it towards the ground and handle by the side of your legs
What is the correct to hold a knife?
Holding the handle firmly close to the blade for more stability. Fingers not on the blade or in the way.
Where would you safely store raw meat? Why?
In the refrigerator or freezer. Store in meat drawer so it won't contaminate other foods.
What do these abbreviations mean?
TBSP C
tsp min
oz g
lbs fl
TBSP = Tablespoon
tsp = Teaspoon
oz = ounce
lbs = pounds
C = Cup
min = minutes
g = grams
fl = fluid ounce
How do you tell if food has gone bad?
Mold growth (blue/black/green/white), foul odor/smell, sliminess, unnatural colors or bubbles.
What should you use to stop a grease fire?
Baking soda, pot lid, fire extinguisher B (For oil, gasoline, paints, and grease)
Should you use the same cutting board to cut meat and vegetables?
No, always use different cutting boards to avoid cross contamination
Where do you store uncooked pasta? Why?
In the cabinet on the shelf. It is dry so it won't go bad.
If you are doubling a recipe and it calls for 2 cups flour, how many cups of flour do you need?
4 cups
What are the safe options to thawing or defrosting food?
Microwave or fridge,
What direction should the handles of pots and pans on the pointed at? Explain Why?
Towards the center or off to the side of the stove.
This way you don't knock the pan off the stove or heat the handle.
What should you do when cooking with long hair?
Keep long hair tied back and out of the way. If cooking in a restaurant, you need to wear a hair net.
Where do you store cheese? Why?
In the refrigerator so it won't go bad. Cheese tends to grow mold rapidly if left out.
You have 6 people coming for dinner. Your recipe serves 4 people. How many times do you need to double the recipe to make sure you have enough for everyone?
Two times which will make 8 servings. You may have leftovers which is better than not having enough.
What is the best way to store leftovers? Why?
Cover with air tight packaging or containers. Immediately refrigerate or freeze. To prevent food from going bad or bacteria growing.
What should you do if you burn yourself?
- Run the burn under cool water.
- Let air dry / Cover with a bandage loosely.
-Put Vaseline on it.
What are some reasons you wouldn't be allowed to cook in the kitchen?
If your sick or not following safety rules.
Where do you store produce?
Potatoes
Apples
Lettuce
Onion
Potatoes: On the shelf or in a cool place in your kitchen/house.
Apples: Can be put in the refrigerator or on the counter (few days).
Lettuce: In the vegetable drawer in your refrigerator.
Onion: If not peeled, then on the counter or cool place. Once it is peeled and cut, then refrigerate.
You only need to serve 2 people but your recipe serves 6 people. Do you need to cut the recipe in half or in a a third?
A third.