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Fruits that are dipped into batter and deep-fried
fritters
Bananas and berries can both be purchased underripe because they will continue to ripen after harvest.
False - bananas will ripen after harvest but berries will not
How many servings of fruit would 1/2-cup of raisins be according to MyPlate?
1 serving
Fruits with a thick outer rind and a thin membrane that separates the flesh into segments, such as an orange.
citrus
When the recipe specifically calls for undrained fruit.
Fruits that are full-sized but have not yet reached peak eating quality
underripe fruits
true
How many servings of fruit would 1-cup of juice cocktail be counted as on MyPlate?
Small, juicy fruits with thin skins, such as a currant.
How to prevent enzymatic browning on cut fruit?
add an acid such as lemon juice or vinegar
Darkening that occurs when cut surfaces on raw fruits are exposed to air
enzymatic browning
Meeting daily MyPlate recommendations for the fruit group will provide you with the nutrients and fiber necessary for a healthy diet
true
What is the recommended serving of fruits per day for Teens according to the MyPlate guidelines?
1 1/2 - 2 1/2 cups
Large, juicy fruits produced by plants in the gourd family that have thick rinds and many seeds, such as a honeydew.
melons
How to choose a ripe fruit from the grocery store?
color, fragrance, weight
Fruits grown in warm climates and considered to be somewhat exotic
tropical fruits
fruits with blemishes and irregular shapes tend to be less nutritionally dense.
false
When preparing raw fruits, how long should you let them soak in water before eating?
0 minutes - do not soak fruit.
Fruits with an outer skin covering a soft, fleshy fruit, such as a coconut
drupe
how to correctly poach a fruit?
simmering it in a syrup
Fruits that have not reached full size
immature fruits
Peeling and overcooking a fruit has no impact on its' nutritional qualities
false
Why are dried fruits more calorie dense than fresh fruits?
removing water concentrates the natural sugars found in fresh fruits
Fruits with a central, seed-containing core surrounded by a thick layer of flesh, such as a plum
pome
how to correctly microwave a fruit to ensure it cooks evenly
cut into small pieces or pierce the skin