Food at Home and on the Go

Store eggs on the shelf located on the door of the refrigerator.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Store eggs in the interior of the refrigerator.

When you get home from the store, put away perishable foods first.

• True

• False

Keep the refrigerator at a temperature of 0 degrees Fahrenheit.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Keep the refrigerator at a temperature of 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Keep a meat thermometer in your freezer to ensure a safe temperature.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Keep a freezer thermometer in your freezer to ensure a safe temperature.

Store dry beans in the refrigerator.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Store dry beans in a cool, dry place.

Chill cooked foods quickly to minimize growth of bacteria.

• True

• False

Air circulation helps foods chill more quickly.

• True

• False

Most leftovers will keep safely in the refrigerator for three to four weeks.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Most leftovers will keep safely in the refrigerator for three to four days.

Wax paper and plastic wrap are suitable disposable food covers.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Aluminum foil and plastic wrap are suitable disposable food covers.

The cabinet under the sink is a good place to store potatoes and onions.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The cabinet under the sink is NOT a good place to store potatoes and onions because of plumbing.