Cutting Terms
To cut food into very fine, uneven pieces.
Mince
Blend
What essential nutrient makes up 65% of our body weight?
Water
How long should you wash your hands?
20 seconds
To lightly brown or cook food in a small amount of hot fat over moderate heat; pieces of food are cut into small or thin piece preserving texture, moisture and flavor.
Saute
To make small, straight, shallow cuts with a slicing knife in the surface of a food; often done to tenderize meat or to let sauces soak in.
Score
To work a ball of dough with the heels of the hands, repeating press, fold, and turn motions until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Knead
What essential nutrient makes up 1/5 of our body weight?
Protein
Smother it using a lid or baking soda/salt.
To cook by prolonged exposure to heat in an oven or over a fire.
Roast
To cut food into small, equal sized squares about 1/4 to 1/2 inch in size.
Dice
To beat solid fat and sugar with a wooden spoon or electric mixer until smooth, light, and creamy.
Cream
What essential nutrients include sodium, calcium, and iron?
Minerals
What does cross-contamination mean?
Transfer of bacteria from one surface/food to another.
To soak food in a cold, seasoned liquid, usually containing an acid, in order to add flavor and/or tenderize the food.
Marinate
To cut food into small, equal size squares about 1/2-3/4 inch in size.
Cube
Why do we separate wet from dry ingredients when baking?
Ensuring even distribution prevents overmixing, controls gluten development, results in better texture, and results in a better rise of the food product.
What essential nutrient can be divided into three parts: simple, complex, and fiber?
Carbohydrates
What is the main reason kitchen safety is important?
To avoid injury and foodborne illness.
What type of pets does Mrs. Hass own?
Cat and Dog
To combine flour and solid fat, cut the fat into tiny pieces using a pastry blender, two forks, knives, or your hands.
Cut-In
To blend a delicate mixture into a heavier one, using a rubber scraper or spoon in a gentle up, down, and over motion so that the mixture stays light.
Fold-In
What essential nutrient helps the body carry out various processes?
Vitamins
What is the danger zone?
40-140 degrees Fahreheit
In what month did Mrs. Hass get married?
November