Special Guests
What was the name of our friend from USDA?
Mr. Jesse Garcia!
Email: jesus.garcia2@usda.org
The amount of time you should wash your hands
20 seconds
Julia did Americorps
True!
Define community
Communities can be based on location, shared characteristics, shared backgrounds, shared values or interests, and more
What was the name of the show starring Samin Nosrat that we watched?
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
What was the name of the Operations Mangager at Sofra Bakery who went to culinary school with Meghan?
Hint: Her name sounds like a dessert!
Payal Parikh
or Pie!
This is the temperature beef, pork, and veal should be cooked until to ensure food safety.
165 degrees
You should have more than one type of cutting board for fruits/veggies, meat and cheeses.
True! This helps prevent cross contamination while preparing food.
Not talking or shutting people out
Picking verbal or physical fights
Overeating or not eating
Fever, Nausea, Vomiting, Dehydration, Upset stomach, Cramps, Diarrhea
The symptoms of food borne illness.
What was the name of our guest from City Blossoms?
Lauren!
Also acceptable: Noah and Aniya
The places you can check the temperature of a whole chicken.
Innermost part of the thigh
Innermost part of the wing
Thickest part of the breast
Bonus 300 points if all three places named
I should wash my raw meat before cooking.
False! Washing meat can spread bacteria all over the sink and kitchen and could potentially make people sick.
Name two community needs
Housing affordability
Chronic disease (asthma, diabetes, heart disease)
Traffic accidents
Substance misuse disorders (alcohol and drugs)
Access to health care (ex. low insurance rates, no hospitals nearby)
Access to healthy food
What do all of these groups have in common?
Babies, young kids, pregnant women, the elderly, people with pre-existing conditions.
They are all at greater risk for getting sick from food borne illnesses.
Marcos, Calypso, or Efrein.
You use this to keep your cold food cold and hot food hot.
Insulated containers
Insulated water bottles
Thermos
False! It can last in the freezer wrapped in plastic wrap or in a freezer safe ziplog bag for months.
Name three Community Assets (Strengths)
Metro stops and busses
Community recreation centers, parks, and pools
Community-based organizations
Grocery stores and markets
Places of worship
Hospitals and clinics
Schools
Neighbors help each other out
Strong community identity
Community leaders
These are the most common Pathogens
E.Coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Campylobacter
What was the name of the guest that Jesse brought to his last talk?
Hint: It's starts with a B and she wore a cool hat
Ms. Beverly!
She talked about careers at the USDA
What is the ratio for making your own salad dressing?
Hint: The measurement unit is parts
According to Tessa: 1 part acid to 3 parts oil.
Examples of Acid: citrus juice or vinegars
Examples of oils: Peanut, Walnut, Canola, Olive Oil, Sesame
There is a hotline to call about foodborne illness.
True, the phone number is 1-888-674-6854 and they are open from 10 to 6 Monday through Friday.
You can send an email.
You can chat with someone online.
Name five healthy coping skills for dealing with your mental health.
Talking with a friend or therapist, listening to music, deep breathing, going for a walk, meditation
Name three of the food alternatives people eat/drink
Meat: black beans, mushrooms, tofu
Dairy: almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk
Sugar: coconut sugar, stevia sweeteners
Gluten: almond flour, rice flour, chickpea flour