Texas Food Handlers: Questions And Complete
Answers
Which of these foods does NOT need refrigeration?
Raw chicken
Tofu
Liquid eggs
Fresh, whole bananas Right Ans - Fresh, whole bananas
The presence of large ice crystals on frozen foods means that it should be...
Right Ans - rejected
Which is NOT a characteristic of acceptable fresh beef? Right Ans - Slick or
slimy texture
Dairy products are always inspected for... Right Ans - Correct temperature
(41°F or lower)
Leftover chicken is safe to serve if the chicken is reheated to a minimum
internal temperature of: Right Ans - 165°F
To properly keep food cold when displayed in ice: Right Ans - The ice needs
to be level with the food.
Which one of the following is true?
When taking a temperature of meat, place the thermometer stem or probe
into the thinnest part of the meat (usually near the edge)
After taking the temperature, it is not necessary to clean and sanitize the
thermometer before putting it away.
Food thermometers should be checked regularly for accurate temperature
readings.
The cook is the only person who needs to use a thermometer. Right Ans -
Food thermometers should be checked regularly for accurate temperature
readings.
A casserole made with ground beef must be cooked at least to an internal
temperature of: Right Ans - 155°F
Answers
Which of these foods does NOT need refrigeration?
Raw chicken
Tofu
Liquid eggs
Fresh, whole bananas Right Ans - Fresh, whole bananas
The presence of large ice crystals on frozen foods means that it should be...
Right Ans - rejected
Which is NOT a characteristic of acceptable fresh beef? Right Ans - Slick or
slimy texture
Dairy products are always inspected for... Right Ans - Correct temperature
(41°F or lower)
Leftover chicken is safe to serve if the chicken is reheated to a minimum
internal temperature of: Right Ans - 165°F
To properly keep food cold when displayed in ice: Right Ans - The ice needs
to be level with the food.
Which one of the following is true?
When taking a temperature of meat, place the thermometer stem or probe
into the thinnest part of the meat (usually near the edge)
After taking the temperature, it is not necessary to clean and sanitize the
thermometer before putting it away.
Food thermometers should be checked regularly for accurate temperature
readings.
The cook is the only person who needs to use a thermometer. Right Ans -
Food thermometers should be checked regularly for accurate temperature
readings.
A casserole made with ground beef must be cooked at least to an internal
temperature of: Right Ans - 155°F
