Eggs
How many eggs do you typically need for a cookie recipe?
1-2
What is a common leavening agent in baking?
Baking soda OR powder
What are two FOODS/DRINKS in which yeast is commonly found?
Bread and beer
What do you need to add to boiling water when making pasta?
Salt
What is it called when you mix fat and sugars?
What do you need to avoid when separating eggs?
You don't want any yolk in the egg white
Pastry blender
What are the two most common types of yeast?
Active dry yeast and quick/instant yeast
What is it called when pasta is cooked properly?
Al Dente
When making muffins, what are the two mixtures that you need?
Wet and dry.
How do you divide half an egg?
Crack an egg in one bowl and whisk then pour out half into another bowl.
What is the main difference between crepes and pancakes?
Crepes are thin and pancakes are thicker.
What are two liquids that can be used to prepare yeast?
Warm water and milk.
Which three ingredients do you need to prepare a roux?
Milk, fat, flour
What should you do with equipment that has margarine on it BEFORE washing it?
Wipe off all the extra margarine with a paper towel.
Poached egg.
How do you measure brown sugar?
Scoop and pack it into a measuring cup.
Why do you need to let yeast proof overnight?
Slows down the process, allows dough to double and lets yeast grow longer.
What is the ratio of fat to flour in a roux?
1:1
Name the five Flavour Profiles.
Sweet, bitter, savoury/umami, spicy, sour
What are you trying to achieve when you whisk together egg whites for 5 minutes?
Stiff peaks.
Why do you need to put cookie dough in the refrigerator sometimes?
Helps create better taste and texture.
Why does yeast need sugar and warm water?
Sugar: yeast feeds on sugar
Warm water: yeast needs warm environment to grow.
Name all 5 Mother sauces
Bechamel, Hollandaise, Espagnole, Tomato and Veloute.
When marinating meat, why is it a good idea to leave it in the fridge overnight?
To let the sauce/flavours sink in.