California eFoodHandlers Practice Exam

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Cooked chili was left in the Danger Zone overnight. Bacteria that can make people sick might have grown in the chili. What should a foodworker do with the chili?

Heat it to kill the bacteria
Serve it immediately
Freeze it to stop bacterial growth
Throw the chili away-it may not be safe to eat.

The correct answer is: Throw the chili away-it may not be safe to eat.

Cooked chili left in the Danger Zone overnight has been in the temperature range of 41°F to 135°F for more than four hours, providing an ideal environment for bacteria to rapidly grow and multiply. Consuming this chili can result in foodborne illnesses. Even reheating the chili may not completely eliminate all the harmful bacteria that have grown. Therefore, it is recommended to discard the chili to avoid the risk of food poisoning. Freezing it will not completely stop bacterial growth, so it is important to avoid risking the health of others by disposing of the chili. Serving the chili immediately or heating it may still pose a potential risk to consumers. Overall, it is best to discard the chili to ensure food safety.