Question

Ben bought poultry and vegetables, and kept them in separate bags. He thawed the poultry in the refrigerator. Before making vegetable stew and grilled chicken, he carefully washed the poultry and vegetables in two separate vessels. However, the next day,
Ben had food poisoning. What could be the possible reason for Ben’s food-borne illness?

A. washing the poultry
B. buying vegetables and poultry together
C .improper refrigeration
D. eating vegetables and poultry together

Answer 1

Answer:

A. washing the poultry (this is the correct answer on plato)

Explanation:

you're not supposed to wash off raw meat or poultry because the water will splatter getting bacteria from the poultry on your hands, clothes, cooking equipment & other surfaces. Dont be like ben & dont wash your poultry.