Preparation, Cooking and Serving Flashcards
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What is the first step of the two-stage cooling method for hot TCS food?
Answer: Cool from 135°F to 70°F (57°C to 21°C) within 2 hours
The first stage requires cooling from 135°F to 70°F (57°C to 21°C) within two hours.
What is the total maximum time allowed to cool TCS food from 135°F to 41°F (57°C to 5°C)?
Answer: 6 hours
The complete two-stage cooling process must take no more than six hours.
Which method helps cool a large pot of soup more quickly and safely?
Answer: Placing it in an ice-water bath and stirring
An ice-water bath with stirring rapidly transfers heat out of the food.
Why should hot food be divided into smaller, shallow containers when cooling?
Answer: To increase surface area and release heat faster
Shallow pans increase surface area, allowing heat to escape more quickly.
When thawing food in a refrigerator, what is the key safety principle?
Answer: Keep food at 41°F (5°C) or below during thawing
Refrigerator thawing keeps food at 41°F (5°C) or lower, out of the danger zone.
Which is an acceptable method for thawing frozen food?
Answer: Under running water at 70°F (21°C) or lower
Running water at 70°F (21°C) or lower is an approved thawing method.
Frozen food can also be safely thawed using which method?
Answer: As part of the cooking process
Thawing as part of cooking is acceptable when the food goes directly to required cooking temperatures.