Bacon comes from which part of the pig?
a) Shoulder b) Loin c) Belly d) Leg
c) Belly
Which of the following is NOT considered red meat?
a) Beef b) Lamb c) Chicken d) Venison
c) Chicken
What internal temperature should poultry be cooked to?
a) 135°F b) 145°F c) 160°F d) 165°F
d) 165 Degrees F
Which of the following is considered a finfish?
c) Cod
Which cooking method is best for a tough cut like brisket?
a) Grilling b) Braising c) Pan-searing d) Roasting
b) Braising
Which beef cut is known for being the most tender?
a) Chuck b) Brisket c) Loin d) Round
c) Loin
c) Chicken
Why is it important to properly store meat and poultry?
a) To maintain flavor b) To prevent bacterial growth c) To increase weight d) To make it last forever
b) To prevent bacterial growth
What is an example of a crustacean?
c) Crab
How can you tell when fish is properly cooked?
a) It turns brown b) It smells burnt c) It flakes easily with a fork d) It stays firm and solid
c) It flakes easily with a fork
Why are some cuts of meat more expensive?
b) They come from a more tender part of the animal
Poultry includes which of the following?
a) Chicken, turkey, duck, and quail
What temperature range is the temperature danger zone
What does "vacuum-packed" mean?
b) Fish is placed in an airtight container with air removed
Which cooking method involves submerging fish in hot liquid?
b) Poaching
Why do different meats have different textures
Fat content, Muscle use and connective tissue, and cooking method
What are the three main types of poultry commonly used in cooking?
Chicken, turkey, duck
How does cross-contamination occur?
a) Using separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables
What 2 categories are finfish divided into
Fresh Water and Saltwater
What cooking method uses acid instead of heat to cook fish?
c) Ceviche
What does higher fat content in meat do
Makes it more flavorful
Poultry is divided into what 2 kinds of meat
white meat and dark meat
What does keeping food out of the TDZ prevent
THE BIG 6: Foodborne Illnesses
Which fish is rich in omega 3's
Salmon
What cooking method involves submerging food in oil
Deep Frying