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frozen meat has more bacteria as it is in the freezer with lots of other food
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Why must ground meat be cooked to a higher temperature than whole cuts meat?
The reason ground meat must be cooked to a higher temperature than whole cuts of meat is because ground meat is because ground meat is handled more than whole cuts of meat. More handling means that there is more opportunity for bacteria to get into the meat.
Why must ground meat be cooked to a higher temperature than whole cut meats?
The reason ground meat must be cooked to a higher temperature than whole cuts of meat is because ground meat is because ground meat is handled more than whole cuts of meat. More handling means that there is more opportunity for bacteria to get into the meat.
If frozen fish thaws can it be frozen again?
No, frozen is frozen. But you can refreeze something that has been thawed. You can refreeze thawed meat long as there are still ice crystals on it. Once completely thawed then you need to cook it first then refreeze. This applies to solid pieces only, ground meat once more than half thawed needs to be cooked first then refrozen always.
Why do beef sausages and minced beef have to be cooked more than beef steak?
As the meat is ground up, it is more subject to bacteria as it is pushed through the grinder. With the bacteria in the meat, if the hamburger is not cooked thoroughly a person could get sick from the harmful bacteria that enter the human's digestive tract. However beef steak is not ground up, it is simply cut from the carcass and wrapped, which implies that a steak should be cooked well on the outside, but in the inside it is perfectly fine if it is cooked rare to medium rare.
If you have a sauce with cooked meat that has been frozen can you add more fresh meat to make more sauce?
Sure. Thaw it out. Brown your new meat in a separate pan, drain off the fat and add the new meat to the old batch. You can also add more sauce if desired.
Is cooking food necessary?
Cooking food does offer some advantages, although it is possible to survive on a diet of uncooked food if it was reasonably chosen. Cooked meat is not only more digestible, but also is less likely to contain harmful bacteria, since cooking kills bacteria. Even if you prefer not to eat meat, there are vegetables and grains which also become more digestible when they are cooked. There are also fruits and vegetables which do not need to be cooked and are better if they are not cooked.
Does frozen fish smell?
Frozen fish does not smell while still frozen. Once thawed it would depend on the type of fish and how fresh it was when it was frozen.(fresh fish does not smell fishy)
Does the protein level in meat change when cooked?
YES it does in a way. Actually it becomes more "bioavailable." That is, cooked meat provides more protein that your body can absorb than uncooked meat.
What is the main ingredient in sauerbraten?
Traditionally cooked with horse meat. Now more commonly cooked with beef.
Can you freeze cooked beef that was previously frozen?
Yes, you can refreeze ground beef after it has been cooked. Once the freshly cooked beef has cooled to room temperature put it in a container and freeze it immediately. It will keep for up to 3 months frozen. However once it is frozen, while it is OK to thaw it and reheat it to eat, you should NOT allow it to thaw then refreeze it. In general the process of cooking food (to boiling point for 10 - 15) minutes will kill any bacteria in the food. Thus if you allow it to cool covered then freeze it immediately it will be largely free of bacteria (there will be some that come form the air after it has cooled) and thus it will keep good to eat for some time.
Can cooked frozen meats defrosted be refrozen?
Defrosted raw meat can be refrozen and cooked later, but the quality of the meat will be notably reduced. If the meat has been at room temperature for more than an hour or so, bacterial growth may have been substantial, and then the refrozen meat may not be safe to eat later, even after being cooked. The best way to deal with defrosted meat that is not needed immediately is to cook it and THEN freeze it for future use. In theory you can defrost and freeze meat as many times as you want as long as you cook the hell out of it before eating. Each time you do it, more bacteria grow inside it, but the heat of cooking will kill them. However, the palatability of the meat decreases with each cycle and quickly renders the food inedibal except by the very hungry.
Why cook meat thoroughly?
It needs to be cooked thoroughly because of the fact that it's been minced (processed). The processing, especially if performed unrefrigerated, allows for both the introduction of contaminants such as bacteria, as well as the propagation of any bacteria present. Processing also allows any bacteria on the surface of the food to be transferred to the interior where it is more difficult to destroy with cooking heat. Salmonella, E-coli, etc., are present in most foods in relatively harmless numbers but given the opportunity provided by processing (presence of more heat, air, mechanical movement), can spread and multiply rapidly to harmful levels.
