Question

a food worker needs to thaw a small frozen turkey. which thawing method is safe to use? a. setting it on a clean counter b. placing it in a warming cabinet c. submerging it in cold running water review later leave question feedback

Explanation:

To determine the safe thawing method for a frozen turkey:

• Option a: Leaving food on a counter at room temperature allows bacteria to grow rapidly in the "danger zone" (40°F - 140°F), so it's unsafe.
• Option b: A warming cabinet maintains temperatures in the danger zone, promoting bacterial growth, so it's unsafe.
• Option c: Submerging in cold running water keeps the turkey at a safe temperature (below 40°F) and thaws it quickly, preventing bacterial growth. This is a recommended safe method.

Answer:

c. Submerging it in cold running water