Texas Food Safety Managers Practice Test

Which food is cooked to the correct temperature for service?

1. Shell eggs cooked to 130°F

2. Hamburger cooked to 155°F

3. Fried chicken cooked to 155°F

4. Roast beef cooked to 140°F

The correct answer is: Hamburger cooked to 155°F

Cooking meat and poultry to the correct internal temperature is crucial for food safety, as it helps eliminate harmful bacteria and ensures that the food is safe to consume. In this context, the hamburger cooked to 155°F is correctly cooked to the appropriate temperature for ground beef. Ground meats, including hamburgers, should reach an internal temperature of at least 155°F to effectively kill pathogens such as E. coli and Salmonella. Shell eggs should be cooked to a minimum temperature of 145°F, making the choice of 130°F inadequate for safety. Fried chicken, which is poultry, requires an internal temperature of at least 165°F to be considered safe, while roast beef is typically cooked to 145°F for safety, but it is recommended for it to rest before being served, generally for safety factors. Thus, the hamburger option clearly meets the regulatory temperature for safe service.