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Subelement P4

FLAVOR SCIENCE

Section P4B

Optimal temperature and doneness

What is the minimum internal temperature needed to achieve pasteurization in a pre-cooked ham?

  • 125°F (52°C)
  • Correct Answer
    140°F (60°C)
  • 165°F (74°C)
  • 180°F (82°C)
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At what internal temperature is a fresh (uncooked) ham considered both safe and optimally tender?

  • 135°F (57°C)
  • 155°F (68°C)
  • Correct Answer
    145°F (63°C) with a 3-minute rest
  • 165°F (74°C)
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What happens to the texture of ham when cooked beyond 165°F (74°C) internal temperature?

  • Correct Answer
    It becomes drier and potentially tougher
  • It maintains optimal juiciness
  • It becomes more gelatinous
  • The fat completely renders out
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Which tool provides the most accurate measurement of a ham's internal temperature?

  • Pop-up timer
  • Touch test
  • Cooking time calculation
  • Correct Answer
    Digital instant-read thermometer
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Where should a thermometer be inserted to accurately gauge a ham's doneness?

  • Near the surface of the meat
  • Correct Answer
    Into the thickest part, avoiding bone and fat
  • Directly against the bone
  • Multiple shallow insertions across the surface
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What is the "danger zone" temperature range in which bacteria multiply rapidly in ham?

  • 0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C)
  • 32°F to 40°F (0°C to 4°C)
  • Correct Answer
    40°F to 140°F (4°C to 60°C)
  • Above 140°F (60°C)
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What carryover cooking effect should be accounted for when roasting a large ham?

  • Correct Answer
    Temperature will rise 5-10°F (3-6°C) after removal from oven
  • Temperature will drop immediately upon removal from oven
  • Temperature will remain exactly constant after removal
  • Temperature will cycle up and down for 30 minutes
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What is the recommended cold holding temperature for ham on a buffet?

  • Below 50°F (10°C)
  • Room temperature of 70°F (21°C)
  • Between 50°F and 70°F (10°C and 21°C)
  • Correct Answer
    At or below 40°F (4°C)
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