Which statement is true regarding serving eggs sunny side up?

Serving eggs sunny side up means cooking them on one side until the whites are set while the yolk remains runny. This method of preparation can be a food safety concern, primarily due to the risk of salmonella associated with raw or undercooked eggs.

The statement that pasteurized eggs can be served sunny side up is true because pasteurization involves heating the eggs to a temperature sufficient to kill harmful bacteria without fully cooking the egg. This makes pasteurized eggs a safer option for dishes where the yolk is not fully cooked, such as sunny side up. When using pasteurized eggs, the risk of foodborne illness is significantly reduced, allowing them to be served in the sunny side up style while maintaining safety standards.

In contrast, the idea of only unpasteurized or raw eggs being allowed is problematic due to the associated health risks, and the requirement for eggs to be fully cooked goes against the very definition of serving them sunny side up. Therefore, serving pasteurized eggs sunny side up is not only safe but aligns with recommended practices for reducing the risk of illness while enjoying this preparation.