Food Safety
What are the signs of spoilage (name 3)?
Mold, changes in texture, smell, changes in taste, and changes in color
Name one fruit that is high in vitamin C?
Oranges, limes, lemons, and grapefruit
What is food insecurity?
Limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate and safe foods, or the ability to acquire such foods in a socially acceptable manner. (You could not have enough money to buy food or you could not be able to get to the store this week due to transportation barriers).
What food assistance resources do we have here at CSS?
Storm’s Cupboard, Swipe out Hunger, and Grocery Gift Cards.
What is the official state drink of Minnesota?
Milk. Adopted in 1984.
How long does milk last past the sell by date?
About a week, if sealed and in the refrigerator
To what temperature should chicken be cooked to?
165 Fahrenheit or 74 Celsius.
What is housing insecurity?
Housing insecurity is when someone has unstable housing or worries about paying rent or mortgage. It can include homelessness, overcrowding, and living in poor housing.
Where is Storm’s Cupboard located (Building and floor)?
Tower 2nd floor.
When is national chocolate cake day?
January 27th.
How long do eggs last past the sell by date?
3-5 weeks if stored properly in refrigerator and showing no signs of spoilage
What is the water to rice ratio of regular white rice?
2 parts water to 1 part rice.
How many undergrad college students are experiencing food insecurity in the US (percent)?
23 percent according to a 2020 Government Accountability Office (GAO) estimate. That is over 4 million students experiencing food insecurity at the undergraduate and graduate level.
In what ways can you make an appointment with Storm’s Cupboard?
QR Codes posted around campus, on saints life, and you are always welcome to come into the CM office and ask (Student Center 202).
How can you donate to Strom’s Cupboard?
By using the donation bins in front of the old CM (T20) and the cupboard and by bringing donations directly to CM (Student Center 202).
How much water should an average person drink in a day (in cups)?
8-11 cups.
How many calories does an average person need per day?
2000 calories
How many undergraduate college students experience housing insecurity (percent)?
~43% of undergraduate students (4 years).
What are 3 non CSS food resources?
Ruby’s pantry, SNAP, Chum, SBNC, etc.
What is the state grain of Minnesota?
Wild rice.
How long, past their best by date, do canned goods last?
2-5 years as long as the food shows no signs of spoilage and the can is intact.
How much of your diet should be protein (percent)?
10-35 percent.
What is SNAP?
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being.
When and where is Ruby’s pantry held (day/number of times per month)?
3rd Thursday of the month. At the Coppertop Church ( First United Methodist Church).
In what specific way does Storm’s Cupboard ask students to be good stewards when utilizing our on campus pantry?
By bringing reusable bags. (If you don’t have any we will provide some for you to keep and bring next time!)