Understanding Eggs
When cracking open an egg, how can you tell if the egg is fresh?
Egg yolk will stand high; egg whites won't run as much
With a few exceptions, eggs should be cooked with _______ heat
Low
What color should a perfect omelet be?
Yellow
What kind of bread is traditionally used for French Toast
Pullman loaf
Most breakfast meat comes from what animal?
Pork / Pig
What is the purpose of the chalazae
It holds the yolk in place
How long does it take to hard boil an egg?
12-15 minutes
Which category of omelet are the fillings cooked in the same pan as the eggs?
Frittata
What is the most common flaw in making French Toast? (according to the textbook)
Not soaking the bread long enough
Name 1 of the 2 regional breakfast meats discussed in class
Scrapple and Pork Roll/Taylor Ham
Give 3 guidelines to whipping egg whites
Make sure there is no fat.
Use room temperature eggs.
Acid will spead up the coagulation.
Sugar will add stability.
Do not overbeat.
How do you create the smoothest, creamiest scrambled eggs?
Consistently stir the entire time and pull from heat as soon as eggs set
The frittata originated in what country?
Italy
3 differences between Waffle batter and pancake batter?
Waffle batter is thicker, contains more fat, and can have added leavening by whipping the egg whites.
What is the best way to cook bacon in restaurants?
In an oven. (300-350 degrees for 15-30 minutes)
How many ounces is a dozen Jumbo eggs?
30 oz
When frying an egg, if you add water to the pan and cover (to induce steam), you are making a ______ egg
Basted
Which omelet is created by separating the whites and whipping them into light peaks before recombining with the yolks?
Souffle Omelet
If making pancake batter ahead of time, do not use what product?
Baking Soda
Canadian Bacon is most similar to what breakfast meat?
Ham
What temperatures do the following coagulate at:
1. Egg Whites
2. Whole Eggs
3. Custards
A. 140-149 degrees
B. 156 degrees
C. 175-185 degrees
A custard baked in a pastry shell is called a:
Quiche
3 parts: French vs American Omelette
1. Which is easier?
2. Explain each's technique
3. What are their shapes?
1. American is easier
2. American / Lift and tilt ; French / Swirl and stir
3. American / Half-moon ; French / Cigar
Name the 7 ingredients found in pancake batter
Flour, Sugar, Salt, Baking Powder/Sugar, Butter, Milk, and Eggs
Breakfast Sausages are available in what three forms?
Links, patties, and bulk