identify the major types of potentially hazardous foods and the characteristics that are common
Bread is not potentially hazardous because of it's low moisture content/
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Bread is not potentially hazardous because of it's low moisture content/
A watermelon is mainly water, so a slice is not a hazardous food.
Potentially hazardous food really shouldn't be cooked in the microwave. However, the internal temperature of the food must reala minimum of 165 degrees fahrenheit.
moisture and fructose
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It isn't hazardous to eat beef stew unless it has not been stored properly and has spoiled.
Bologna is a manufactured food product. If improperly handled during manufacture, use , or storage, it could become contaminated with harmful bacteria or molds. Then it would be potentially hazardous.
Hot Storage Hot potentially hazardous food should be stored at or above 60°C at all times. Equipment that can be used to keep potentially hazardous foods hot include: • Bain Marie • Pie Warmer * Potentially hazardous food must be placed into bain maries and pie warmers hot as they are designed to maintain hot temperatures and not to heat food up to 60°C or above. Bain maries and pie warmers must also be hot prior to placing hot potentially hazardous foods into them.
The maximum temperature for holding cold potentially hazardous food is 41°F (5°C) or lower. This temperature helps inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria that can thrive in warmer conditions. It is essential to regularly monitor and maintain this temperature to ensure food safety.
Chicken is a healthy and versatile meat. If it is not cooked enough it is potentially dangerous and can cause harmful effects to your health. Any bacteria in fresh chicken will be killed by thoroughly cooking the chicken. However, there are other types that will remain even after cooking. So make sure that you thoroughly cooked your chicken meals before eating. As for rice, it's considered potentially hazardous because it contains moisture and is a low acid food. See related links for an article explaining potentially hazardous food.