answersLogoWhite

0

As food cools, various microorganisms move in, and some of them can make you pretty sick. Therefore, you have to reheat the food to a temperature that kills the microorganisms. Two or three minutes at 160 degrees is probably the minimum safe time and temperature.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

Is it safe to reheat a curry made from cooked meat?

As long as you have fully cooked the meat it is safe to reheat a curry that you made with the meat. You can reheat cooked meat as long as you have cooked it correctly and stored it properly.


Your brisket has been cooked but is still red in the middle can you reheat?

Sure you can reheat this food. Make sure the internal temperature comes to 165 degrees. This food can be frozen too.


How long after its cooked can you reheat food I cooked spaghetti bologniase thursday night and its been in the pot on the stove.its saturday afternoon could I still reheat it?

no it will make you and who ever eats it will be puking (possibly blood) for days!


How do you reheat fully cooked smoked chicken?

You can reheat fully cooked smoked chicken in the oven on a low temperature. You can also reheat this type of chicken in the microwave.


Can you reheat cooked snails?

yes


Can you reheat cooked fish safely?

Yes, you can safely reheat cooked fish as long as it is done properly to an internal temperature of 165F to kill any bacteria.


What equipment is used to reheat food?

Microwaves are commonly used to reheat food.


Can you reheat cooked KFC?

yes you can but do not put a cover on it while you are reheating it


Which equipment should you use to reheat food?

To reheat food, you should use a microwave, oven, stovetop, or toaster oven.


How can I safely reheat frozen cooked steak without compromising its quality or taste?

To safely reheat frozen cooked steak without compromising its quality or taste, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight, then reheat it in an oven set to 250F until it reaches an internal temperature of 130F. This method helps retain the steak's moisture and flavor.


How long can cooked food stay out before it becomes unsafe to eat?

Cooked food should not be left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours. After this time, bacteria can start to grow and the food may become unsafe to eat. It is important to refrigerate or reheat cooked food promptly to prevent foodborne illness.


How long do you reheat a pork roast for in the oven?

how do I reheat a 16 rib crown pork roast that was cooked Christmas Day yesterday and only 2 ribs were eaten?