What country is known for pasta?
Italy
What should you do when cutting food?
Be careful / limit distractions
What does the recipe instruction "to simmer" mean?
To cook liquid on low heat so it's barely bubbling.
What Italian dish made of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil represents the colors of the Italian flag?
Margherita Pizza
What is the main ingredient in a hamburger?
Beef Patty
Name a popular dish from Mexico that involves wrapping food in a tortilla
Tacos / Burritos
Why is it important to wash hands before cooking?
To prevent spreading germs to the food
If a recipe requires you to "cream" butter and sugar, what should you do?
Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
What is the main ingredient in spaghetti?
Pasta or Tomato Sauce
Name a popular fast food item that is fried and shaped like a ring.
Onion Rings
What is sushi?
A dish of rice and seafood
What do you do if you spill something on the floor and why?
Clean it up right away to avoid slipping
What do you do if a recipe says to "fold in" an ingredient?
Gently mix it in with a spatula to keep the mixture light and airy.
What is the name of the American dish that is filled with apples?
Apple Pie
What type of bread is typically used for hot dogs?
Hot Dog Bun
Which country is famous for making chocolate?
Belgium or Switzerland
What should you never put in a microwave?
Metal, like forks or aluminum foil
What does "preheat the oven" mean, and why do we do it?
Turn on the oven to the required temperature before you start baking to ensure the food cooks evenly.
What is the Canadian dish made with fries, cheese curds, and gravy?
Poutine
Which fast food restaurant is known for its golden arches logo?
McDonald's
What is the main ingredient in the Indian dish called curry?
Tumeric & Curry Powder
If a fire starts in a pan on the stove, what should you use to put it out?
A fire extinguisher or cover the pan with a lid
If a recipe says to "julienne" a carrot, what should you do?
Cut the carrot into thin, matchstick-like strips.
What is a popular Californian dish that includes a slice of avocado, poached egg, and hollandaise sauce served on an English muffin?
California Eggs Benedict
What is Ivan's favorite fast food spot?
TACO BELL!!!!!