Which of the following is a TCS food?

A TCS food, or Time/Temperature Control for Safety food, is defined as food that requires specific time and temperature controls to limit the growth of pathogens. Sprouts are classified as TCS foods because they are capable of supporting the rapid growth of bacteria if not handled and stored correctly. When sprouts are produced, they are grown in warm and humid conditions that promote microbial growth, making it essential to keep them at safe temperatures to prevent foodborne illness.

In contrast, bread, flour, and strawberries do not fit the criteria of TCS foods. While strawberries are perishable, they have a lower risk of pathogen growth compared to sprouts, and they do not require the same stringent controls as TCS foods. Flour, which is a dry product, and bread, when properly baked, do not support the rapid growth of pathogens in the same way that sprouts do, making them unsuitable as examples of TCS foods.