buying and storing food Flashcards
1
Q
use by date
A
- date by which high risk foods should be eaten
- after use by dates foods may not taste different
- but are not safe to eat
2
Q
best before date
A
after this date a non high risk food will still be safe to eat, but not be at its best quality
3
Q
shelf life
A
how long a food product will last before it becomes unsafe/ un pleasant
4
Q
what to look for when buying fresh vegetables 3
A
- bright colour
- smooth skin
- crisp texture
5
Q
what to look for when buying fresh meat 3
A
- bright red/ pink colour
- not too much fat
- fresh smell
6
Q
what to look for when buying fish
A
- clear, shiny eyes
- fresh smell
- firmly attached scales
7
Q
what to look for when buying fresh fruit 3
A
- bright colour
- undamaged skin
- good texture, not too soft
8
Q
where to store dry foods
canned, packaged foods
A
cupboards
9
Q
where to store high risk foods and fruit and what temp
raw and cooked meat
fruit
A
fridge
between 0 and below 5
10
Q
where to store frozen foods
and what temp
A
in freezer
between -18 and -24
11
Q
suitable materials for food storage 4
A
- paper
- plastic
- glass, containers
- metal , aluminium foil
