Terminology
To heat an oven or utensil to a temperature before using it.
Cut on the printed lines of the wrapper if in stick form. Pack into a dry measuring cup and level if wrapper does not have measurement lines.
Butter
Removes skin off of food
peeler
What should you always use when cutting in the kitchens?
What does TBSP stand for?
Tablespoon
Chopping food into tiny irregular pieces.
Mince
Set liquid measuring cup on a level surface. Pour in liquid and check measurement at eye level.
Milk
pan that is shallow in the inside, used for cooking food in oils
frying pan
Where should you stand when opening the oven?
to the side - not in front
What 2 things should you always do before starting to cook in the kitchens ?
Sanitize and wash your hands
To cut food into thin match-like sticks about two inches long.
To measure this ingredients, first sift. Then Spoon into a dry measuring cup and level the extra amount back into the container or onto a piece of wax paper.
Flour
Large metal piece of equipment used to make bigger batches of food.
stock pot
How do you put out a grease fire?
- shut off heat
- smother it
- use fire extinguisher
How are ingredients listed in a recipe?
in the order they are used
To work dough with the heels of your hands in a pressing and folding motion until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Knead
How do you measure brown sugar?
Spoon ingredient into a dry measuring cup
and firmly pack. Level.
Used to flip or move hot foods. can be plastic or metal. Can also have slots in it or not.
Turner
What is cross contamination?
Transfer of bacteria from one product to another
How much butter do you need to make 1 3/4 cup ?
3 and half sticks
To work a solid fat such as shortening, margarine or butter into dry ingredients, usually with a pastry blender.
Cut in
How do you measure half an egg?
Beat. Measure with a tablespoon.
Small knife used for in hand work. You cut towards yourself using this knife.
Paring knife.
What is the last step to do in the kitchen after you are done doing dishes and they're all put away?
Dry your sink.
Describe mise en place
to have all your ingredients prepped prior to cooking