Question

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what should be done with cooked meat left on the kitchen counter overnight?
possible answers:
a) cook it again before serving
b) place it immediately in the refrigerator
c) throw it out
d) none of the above

Explanation:

Cooked meat left on the counter overnight is at risk of bacterial growth. Re - cooking (A) may not eliminate all harmful bacteria. Placing it in the fridge (B) after it's been out overnight is too late. The safest option is to throw it out (C) to prevent foodborne illness.

Answer:

C. Throw it out