Question

which of the following is not an approved method of thawing tcs food? as part of the cooking process completely submerged under cold running water under refrigeration at 41°f or less in a sheet tray on the counter at room temperature

Explanation:

Thawing TCS (Time/Temperature - Control for Safety) food at room - temperature on a counter can allow harmful bacteria to grow rapidly as the food spends too much time in the temperature danger zone (41°F - 135°F). Approved thawing methods include thawing as part of the cooking process, under cold running water, and in the refrigerator at 41°F or less.

Answer:

in a sheet tray on the counter at room temperature