Preparation & CookingQuestion 175 of 320
A breakfast cook cracks shell eggs to order and serves each plate as soon as it is ready. What minimum internal cooking temperature applies to these eggs?
a.135°F
b.155°F for 17 seconds
c.145°F for 15 seconds
d.165°F for 15 seconds
Explanation
Shell eggs cooked to order and served immediately must reach 145°F for 15 seconds. If eggs are pooled or will be held for later service, the higher standard of 155°F for 17 seconds applies instead.
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