Question

What should be the use by date be for leftover TCS food

A. seven days from preparation B. 10 days from preparation C. 14 days from preparation D. 30 days from preparation

Answer 1

7 days before preparation

Answer 2

Answer: 7 days

Explanation: All foods that require time and temperature control (TCS) should be labeled with the following: Common name of the food (ex: macaroni and cheese) Date the food was made; Use by date; The TCS food can be kept for seven days if it is stored at 41°F or lower. If the TCS food is not used within seven days it must be discarded.