Question

utensils should be stored
with handles facing up
next to the dirty dishes
with food contact surface facing up
in a drawer by the stove

Explanation:

Utensils should be stored with food - contact surfaces facing up to prevent contamination. Storing them with handles facing up is not the main concern for hygiene. Storing next to dirty dishes can lead to cross - contamination. Storing in a drawer by the stove may expose them to heat and grease.

Answer:

With food contact surface facing up