Safety
What should you do before cooking/baking?
Wash your hands
Above the kitchen fan vent
What is kneading?
To work the dough, typically by hand, to develop the gluten, and to give the dough structure and texture.
flour
baking soda
salt
butter
granulated sugar
brown sugar
vanilla extract
eggs
Chocolate chip cookies
What is the difference between baking soda and baking powder?
Baking soda is used when the recipe includes acidic ingredients while baking powder can be used without additional acidic ingredients.
How long can perishable food be left out?
Two-hours
Where are the oven mitts kept?
Kitchen 6 bottom right drawer
What is braising?
Cooking method that starts with pan-searing followed by slow cooking in a liquid until ingredients become tender.
butter
apples
sugar
cinnamon
eggs
milk
salt
flour
Apple pie popovers
What can you use as a substitute for eggs?
Applesauce or bananas
How is bacteria killed?
Foods are cooked to the correct internal temperature and high heat.
How many stand mixers are there?
Six
A roux is a flour and fat mixture cooked together, which acts as a thickener in soups, stews and sauces.
coconut milk
red curry paste
cornstarch
onions
garlic
ginger
spinach
carrots
mushrooms
peppers
chicken
limes
green onions
Red Thai coconut curry
What is the difference between powdered and granulated sugar?
What is the safe cooking temperature for all poultry products?
165F
What should you check before having Ms.Katie look over your workspace?
Cleaning checklist
What is aeration?
To whip, sift or beat air between particles, as with flour, confectioners sugar, or sugar and butter.
olive oil
onion
carrots
celery
garlic
ground beef
italian sausage
tomato paste
italian seasoning
can crushed tomatoes
bay leaves
balsamic vinegar
sugar
salt
pepper
Pasta bolognese
What happens when eggs are added to something too quickly or too hot?
The mixture curdles, causing it to separate.
How long can you keep cooked food in the fridge before it goes bad?
3-4 days
What is one piece of equipment Ms. Katie does not have?
Garlic press
What is blind baking?
A technique used for baking an unfilled pastry shell. Before baking with the filling, the shell is lined with parchment paper and filled with ceramic beads, dry rice, or dry beans, and then baked briefly until the pastry is set.
butter
sugar
eggs
vanilla extract
flour
baking powder
salt
whole milk
egg whites
cream of tartar
Baked Alaska
Why do you put some food in an ice bath?
This halts the cooking process, preserving bright color and optimal texture of ingredients.