Chicken This is the place where you get to show off. After all of your hard work and attention to detail, your culinary handiwork will be most appreciated here. But your job as a Smart Cook isn't over yet. There are still things to keep in mind to make sure your food stays wholesome.
Temperature is still vital.
Food should only be kept in this temperature range for two hours. After that, it should be promptly refrigerated to keep it fresh for the next serving time. Foods held more than two hours should be discarded. Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. If you plan on food remaining out in a serving situation for an extended period, be sure to maintain the temperature appropriate to the dish.