Food Safety
How do harmful micro-organisms make people sick?
The toxins and poisons they produce can make people sick. The organisms multiply and reach dangerous levels.
What are polarized plugs? and what is their purpose?
Polarized plugs are plugs that re made with one prong that is wider than the others this is to have them only fit in the wall one way. Therefore, preventing electrical incidents
To moisten food while it's cooking to add flavour
Baste
How do you measure flower?
Spoon into measuring cups
What is a garlic press used for?
To crush garlic
How can we avoid cross contamination?
- avoid using a cutting board made w/soft wood
- wash the top of a can before opening
- use different knifes to cut different things (wash in-between uses)
What are food bound illnesses and how can you prevent them?
- avoid raw meat
- cook food thoroughly
- eat food well done
To cook in liquid and simmer on the stove or in the oven
Braise
What do you use to "level off"
The back of a butter knife
what is a paring knife used for?
What temperature is required to kill most bacteria for beef and chicken?
Beef: 71°C - 100°C
Chicken: 60° F - 140°F
How can burns be prevented in the kitchen?
- lift lids away from your face
- turn burners off when away from stove
- keep the oven clean
to distribute solid shortening through dry ingredients
Cut-in
How do you properly measure liquid?
Pour at eye level
What can a serrated knife be used for?
- slicing bread
- cutting round fruits
What happens to bacteria at freezing temperature?
What is the proper procedure for picking up broken glass?
1. pick up big pieces
2. sweep up remaining pieces
3. use a wet towel to get the shards
To combine a dry substance with a liquid so they merge
Dissolve
How do you measure "sticky" ingredients
Spray the inside of your measuring cup with non-stick cooking spray
What is a sifter?
A container with a fine wire bottom that is used to take chunks out of dry ingredients like: flour, and confectioners sugar
What are spores
Spores are cells that develop in food and that can not be killed
What is the proper procedure for cutting fruits and vegetables?
- keep fingers away from blade
- use a cutting board
- use claw grip for round foods
To combine a delicate ingredient into a solid mixture
Fold
What can you use to scrape out sticky ingredients?
Spatula
What is a colander used for?
Draining liquid off of foods