Foodborne Illness 1
True or False. Freezing kills all bacteria in food.
False. It only keeps it from multiplying.
This is the time limit that perishable foods can be left at room temperature.
What is the first thing you should do before touching anything in the kitchen?
wash your hands
What should you do with long hair before cooking?
Tie it back.
Use these to put in or take food out of the oven.
(Dry) oven mitts/ Pot holders
Where is the best place to thaw ground beef?
In the refrigerator.
What is the "danger zone"?
40 F to 140 F
What direction should you turn pot handles when cooking?
Inward, not sticking over the stove where it can be knocked over.
What do you do when you spill wet or dry ingredients on the floor?
Clean it up immediately.
What should you use to reach items that are on a high shelf?
A stool or step ladder
Using this is the best way to ensure that foods are cooked to the correct internal temperature.
food thermometer
What are the recommended temperatures for a refrigerator and freezer?
Always keep cabinets and drawers...
closed
Don't use this on a grease fire...ever.
water
Which is more dangerous, a sharp knife or a dull knife?
Dull knife
Using one cutting board to cut up chicken and vegetables can result in...
Cross-contamination
Bacteria often found in raw or undercooked poultry.
Salmonella
Using a small appliance next a sink full of water increases the danger of this.
electrical shock/electrocution
Never unplug appliances by doing this.
pulling on the cord
Explain the order of actions to plug in an appliance with a removable electrical cord.
Plug the cord into the appliance, then plug the cord into the outlet.
What are the 4 steps to prevent food contamination.
Clean Separate Cook Chill
A serious foodborne illness which is usually caused by improperly canned foods.
Botulism
Where should you never place dirty knives when waiting to be washed?
In a sink of soapy water.
To pick up tiny slivers of glass use what?
Damp paper towel
How can you extinguish a grease fire?
Put a larger lid or baking pan on it, or use a fire blanket.