Meat Eval CDE

Meats should be frozen at temperatures of:

0°F (-18°C)

What is meant by “residues” in meat?

Minute amounts of antibiotic, drug,

hormone, insecticide, pesticide, or

environmental contaminant remaining in

meat after slaughter

Sodium nitrite is used in making some processed meats because it _______.

Inhibits the development of botulinum toxin

True or False:Irradiation destroys harmful bacteria that cause food to spoil or cause human disease.

True

What has the Federal Government set as the maximum fat content for a hotdog?

30%

For the average healthy adult, how much meat should be included in the daily diet?

Two 2-3 ounce servings per day

For safety, best flavor, texture, and juiciness; cook pork to an internal temperature of _______.

145 degrees F

What is the meaning of cutability of a carcass?

to yield of lean meat in a

carcass.

Which of the following statements about tenderization is false?

The use of tenderizers can improve the

quality grade of meat.

What factors determine the quality grade of beef carcass?

Maturity of the carcass, Marbling, Color, firmness, and texture of the lean

The USDA meat grades for young pork are

US No.1, US No.2, and US No.3

What is an antioxidant?

Substance used to retard rancidity of food

due to exposure to oxygen.

What USDA grades of beef are generally found in the grocery store?

Choice and Select

What does the term “water added” on a ham label mean?

the cured ham

returns to within 10% above the original

weight of the ham during the curing

process.

True or False: Cholesterol is a saturated animal fat that

clogs arteries.

False

What are the primary factors for determining the value and general acceptability of a beef carcass?

Cutability and Quality

What is the meaning of the term “nutrient dense food”?

the amounts of

essential nutrients to the amounts of

calories a food contains.

The recommended refrigerator (36-40 degrees F) storage time for a maximum quality for beef

porterhouse steaks is:

3-4 days

Concerning the use of drug and hormones, what is a withdrawal period?

The length of time before slaughter that

the use of a hormone or drug must be

discontinued.

Veal is meat from a calf that is:

Younger than one year of age

True or false: The most healthy diet for the average

American is one that contains no fat.

False

What is the major purpose of aging meat?

To develop additional tenderness and a

characteristic flavor.

What is the best source of meat to meet thiamin requirements?

Pork

What is the maximum amount of fat which ground beef can contain?

30%

“Short-fed” refers to cattle that are grain fed for:

90 to 130 days

The USDA inspection process is a guide to:

Wholesomeness

A disease associated with the way pork is cooked is called:

Trichinosis

How do you correctly calculate the “cost per serving” when considering the price of meats?

Divide the cost per pound by the number

of servings you expect to get per pound.

How can cuts of meat be identified?

Color, size of cut, and bone structure

If beef steaks or pork chops are to be broiled, they should be cut:

3/4 to 1 inch thick

What are the primary factors for determining the value and general acceptability of a beef carcass?

Eating Quality and Yield

Which statement is not correct about meat fats?

All animal fat is saturated

What is the correct method for determining when a roast is done?

Use a roast meat thermometer to

determine the internal temperature of the

roast

Meat is considered a complete protein because it:

Supplies all of the essential amino acids

What is the refrigerator (36-40 degrees F) storage limit for maximum quality bacon?

1 week

What is the advantage to the consumer in buying subprimal cuts?

Usually results in lower cost per serving

“Long-Fed” refers to cattle that are grain fed for:

More than 130 days

What are the factors for determining the value and general acceptability of a beef carcass?

Eating Quality and Yield

At what temperature range should meat be cooked to best retain moisture?

Moderate Temperature (325F)

How can doneness of broiled meats be tested most accurately?

Meat Thermometer

What factors are used to determine meat “quality”?

Tenderness, Juiciness, and Flavor

The recommended storage time for quality in a refrigerator for ground beef

1-2 days

What is the least desirable method of defrosting meat?

Defrosting at room temperature

How long should meat be safe in the freezer when the power is off?

2 days