Starch Cookery
Why's it best to cook pilaf in an oven?
What is more heat around pan promotes even cooking?
root vegetables should begin the cooking process in ______ water.
what is Cold
The definition of barding.
what is wrapping lean meat with fat before cooking.
3 examples of how stewing is different than braising.
what is
1. depth of liquid
2. size of protein
3. items stay in pan:braising protein is removed
2 reasons to elevate a roast.
what is
1. to allow air to circulate around cooking meat
2. not to cook in its own juices so it can develop crisp outside
This type of rice is used to make Risotto.
What is Arborio?
the main ingredients in a mirepoix are and they're ratios.
What is 2 parts Onion, 1 Part Carrot/Celery
3 advantages of trussing.
What is...
1. promotes even cooking
2. helps retain moisture
3. adds eye appeal
avoid overcrowding the pan when browning meats.
what is overcrowding will hinder the ability to properly sear/brown meats
allowing roasts to rest prior to carving.
what is to allow a roast to retain moisture & to account for carry over cooking
The ratio for cooking liquid to grain for converted rice.
What is 2:1?
definition of blanching
what is cooking food in boiling water to al dente then removing and placing in an ice bath to stop cooking process
2 reasons why we cover a braised item while cooking.
What is...
1. so moisture doesn't escape
2. allows food to cook in adequate moisture
definition of sweating.
what is cooking medium that uses natural moisture of food allowing it cook slowly w/out browning?
the roast is finished cooking when.
what is when the roast has reached proper internal temperature.