Pierre™ Safe Handling Quiz
All raw agricultural products naturally contain bacteria. While the Salmonella bacteria is inherent to poultry, every effort is made – from the farm to the processing facility to the retailer – to reduce its prevalence. Consumers preparing raw poultry are the final, critical link in the food safety chain.
Test your Food Safety IQ and ensure you’re following the proper handling and cooking best practices when preparing your Pierre stuffed chicken breast entrées.
1The Salmonella bacteria can be found in the following foods:
You’re correct in that the Salmonella bacteria can be found in eggs; however, it’s also found in all of these raw agricultural products, so the correct answer is “d.”
You’re correct in that the Salmonella bacteria can be found in fruits and vegetables; however, it’s also found in all of these raw agricultural products, so the correct answer is “d.”
You’re correct in that the Salmonella bacteria can be found in raw meat and poultry; however, it’s also found in all of these raw agricultural products, so the correct answer is “d.”
Correct. All of these products can carry the Salmonella bacteria and require proper handling and/or cooking to ensure they’re safe to eat.
2The following statement about Salmonella is false:
This statement is true. Answer “c” is false. While young children, seniors and those with weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to the Salmonella infection, all people are at risk.
This statement is true. Answer “c” is false. While young children, seniors and those with weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to the Salmonella infection, all people are at risk.
Correct; this statement is false. While young children, seniors and those with weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to the Salmonella infection, all people are at risk.
This statement is true. Answer “c” is false. While young children, seniors and those with weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to the Salmonella infection, all people are at risk.
3Avoid cross-contamination and the spreading of bacteria by:
Almost correct. Washing your hands is a must, but you also have to make sure that all other surfaces are continuously cleaned with warm, soapy water and that all ready-to-eat food items are separated from those that require cooking. Use all of these best practices … and select “d” next time around.
We’re glad to see that you’re cleaning your surfaces and utensils after each use, but bacteria can still spread through unwashed hands and mingling foods that can naturally carry bacteria. All of the above (“d”) is the correct answer.
While you’re doing some things right, “d” is the correct answer. Washing hands, surfaces and utensils after they come into contact with each food item is essential to avoiding cross-contamination.
Correct. Cross-contamination can be avoided by washing your hands, surfaces and utensils and keeping raw meat and poultry separated from ready-to-eat items.
4The correct way to thaw your Pierre stuffed chicken breast is by:
Sorry, trick question. You do not thaw Pierre stuffed chicken breasts before preparing them in the oven. The correct answer is “d.”
Sorry, trick question. You do not thaw Pierre stuffed chicken breasts before preparing them in the oven. The correct answer is “d.”
Sorry, trick question. You do not thaw Pierre stuffed chicken breasts before preparing them in the oven. The correct answer is “d.”
Correct. Either you’re really good or you’re taking this quiz while reading the instructions on a Pierre package; you do not thaw our frozen stuffed chicken breasts before preparing them in the oven.
5When preparing Pierre stuffed chicken breasts, which of the following instructions will you NOT see on the box:
Incorrect. The cooking instructions direct consumers to properly space the breasts on a metal baking sheet to ensure proper air flow and heat circulation. The correct answer is “b.” You will not see microwave instructions on our raw stuffed chicken breast packaging as these items should only be prepared in an oven.
Correct. Our cooking instructions clearly state that our raw stuffed chicken breast products should never be prepared in a microwave.
Incorrect. Our cooking instructions do let consumers know that bakeware does affect cooking times. The correct answer is “b.” You will not see microwave instructions on our raw stuffed chicken breast packaging as these items should only be prepared in an oven.
Incorrect. We do caution consumers that the item will be hot and the filling may splatter if not cooled. The correct answer is “b.” You will not see microwave instructions on our raw stuffed chicken breast packaging as these items should only be prepared in an oven.
6A Pierre stuffed chicken breast is properly cooked and safe to eat if:
As our stuffed chicken breasts appear golden brown and firm when in a raw state, this answer is incorrect. The correct answer is “c,” verifying internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
Although cutting and “eyeing” the center of a chicken breast is a common practice to gauge doneness, the product’s appearance in no way can verify its safety. The answer is “c,” verifying internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
Correct. You clearly understand the importance of a meat thermometer.
Incorrect. The product’s appearance in no way can verify its doneness and safety. The answer is “c ,” verifying internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
7To ensure any naturally occurring bacteria is destroyed during the cooking process, the required internal temperature for poultry — as measure with a meat thermometer — is:
Incorrect. The safe minimum internal temperature for chicken is 165°F.
Incorrect. The safe minimum internal temperature for chicken is 165°F.
Correct. Chicken products must reach at least 165°F to be considered safe to eat.
Incorrect. The safe minimum internal temperature for chicken is 165°F.
8To ensure your Pierre stuffed chicken breast is thoroughly cooked, do the following:
Incorrect. While it’s always recommended that you follow a package’s validated cooking instructions, using a meat thermometer also is important as we know that other factors may affect cooking times, such as an oven not being properly calibrated. The correct answer is “c.”
Incorrect. While using a meat thermometer always is recommended as a final step, be sure to always follow the validated cooking instructions, too, as they outline the proper method of cooking to ensure you’re getting a moist, flavorful and delicious stuffed chicken breast. The correct answer is “c.”
Correct. Always follow the cooking instructions on a package and use a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
Incorrect. We always recommend following the cooking instructions on a package and using a meat thermometer to ensure food safety. The correct answer is “c.”
9When using a meat thermometer to check the doneness of your Pierre stuffed chicken breast, you:
Correct. As the top, center layer of meat – above the filling – is the last to cook through, it should always be checked to verify it’s at least 165°F.
Incorrect. When using a meat thermometer, be sure you are checking the internal temperature of the meat; the filling temperature does not indicate the doneness or safety of the chicken. The correct answer is “a.”
Incorrect. While the meat thermometer placement is correct, it should be used while the product is still in the oven. The correct answer is “a.”
Incorrect. The correct answer is “a.” The top, center layer of each chicken breast should be checked while the product is still in the oven.
10The best way to save already baked, leftover Pierre stuffed chicken breasts is:
What? Leftovers are the best. Just make sure you follow the instructions listed for “b,” refrigerate leftovers within two hours of preparing and consume within four days.
Correct. Consume or refrigerate foods within two hours of preparing; leftovers should be eaten within four days.
Don’t invite us for leftovers. The correct answer is “b,” refrigerate leftovers within two hours of preparing and consume within four days.
Incorrect. The correct answer is “b,” refrigerate leftovers within two hours of preparing and consume within four days.
Your Score:
10 - Food safety expert! You have excellent safe food handling skills and know how to properly ensure your food is safe for your family.
8-9 - Great job! You know safe food handling is important. Learn the correct answers to the questions you missed and you’ll be an expert.
6-7 - You know the basics. Review our food safe handling tips on our website or here.
Less than 6 - Proper food handling and preparation is imperative, as you are the final link in the food safety chain. Learn the basics of safe food handling on our website or here.