Reading a Recipe
What is the purpose of the title in a recipe?
o indicate what dish the recipe will make.
What should you do if you spill something on the floor?
Clean it up immediately to prevent slipping.
Name a tool you would use to peel the skin off foods.
A Vegetable Peeler
What is "baking powder" used for?
To help baked goods rise.
What are the five food groups represented on MyPlate?
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.
If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour, how would you measure that correctly?
Use a dry measuring cup and level it off at the top.
Why is it important to wash your hands before cooking?
To prevent the spread of germs and foodborne illnesses.
What does a measuring cup help you do?
Accurately measure ingredients
What does it mean to cream ingredients together?
To mix or whisk together at a fast rate of speed to make the ingredients a creamy consistency.
What does MyPlate encourage you to do with your plate?
A) Avoid Grains
B) Fill half of your plate with fruits and vegetables
C) Eat whole fat dairy
D) Avoid too much protein
Fill half of your plate with fruits and vegetables.
What does it mean to preheat the oven?
To heat the oven to the desired temperature before putting food in.
What is one way to safely handle a knife?
Always cut away from your body and keep your fingers clear of the blade.
Use a sharp blade over a dull blade.
Proper knife for the job.
What is a whisk used for?
(What does it help add to the mixture)
To mix ingredients smoothly or incorporate air into them.
What does "sift" mean in baking?
To pass dry ingredients through a sieve to remove lumps.
What is an empty calorie?
Calories that offer little to no nutritional value
Why is it important to follow the order of steps in a recipe?
To ensure the dish is prepared correctly and cooks evenly.
What should you do if you have a burn on your hand while cooking?
Run it under cool (NOT COLD) water and seek help if it's serious.
What should you put under a cutting board to prevent slipping?
A damp towel.
What does it mean to "fold" ingredients?
To gently combine ingredients without deflating them.
What is a recommended serving of grains according to MyPlate?
A) 1/4 grains should be whole grains
B) 1/3 grains should be whole grains
C) All grains should be whole grains
D) 1/2 grains should be whole grains
D) At least half of your grains should be whole grains.
How can you tell if a recipe is for a small or large group?
By looking at the number of servings it provides. AKA Yield
Why should you not leave cooking food unattended?
It can lead to burning food or starting a fire.
Why is it important to use the right tool for the job in the kitchen?
(Open ended)
To ensure safety and achieve the best results in cooking.
What is a "batter"?
A) A Baseball Player
B) A dough
C) A mixture of flour, liquid, and other ingredients
D) A Frozen treat
A mixture of flour, liquid, and other ingredients used in baking.
How can the MyPlate visual help you make healthier food choices?
It provides a visual guide to portion sizes and food variety.