Time & Temperature ControlQuestion 199 of 319
A hunter donates fresh venison to a community kitchen. To what minimum internal temperature must the venison be cooked?
a.145°F for 15 seconds
b.135°F for 15 seconds
c.165°F for 15 seconds
d.155°F for 17 seconds
Explanation
Wild game meats such as venison, elk, boar, and bear must reach an internal temperature of 165°F for 15 seconds. Wild game may carry parasites and pathogens not found in inspected farm-raised meats, so the higher minimum applies regardless of cut.
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