Question

Which of the following food products has been properly cooked?

1) Whole roasted chicken cooked to an internal temperature of 125° F for 15 seconds
2) Ground beef patty cooked to an internal temperature of 155° F for 5 seconds
3) Pork chop cooked to an internal temperature of 145° F for 15 seconds
4) Whole turkey cooked to an internal temperature of 155° F for 15 seconds

Answer 1

The properly cooked food product is the pork chop cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F for 15 seconds.

Step-by-step explanation:

The properly cooked food product is the pork chop cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F for 15 seconds.

According to food safety guidelines, pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F, and held at that temperature for at least 15 seconds to kill any harmful bacteria present.

Unlike the other options, the suggested temperature for the pork chop is within the safe range and allows for proper cooking and elimination of microbial growth.