Measurements & Terms
Name the cooking term: To cut food into the smallest possible pieces.
Mince
True or False-Running the microwave empty can cause a fire.
True
Name the food-borne illness that is usually found in raw eggs and poultry.
Salmonella
Which is more dangerous, a sharp knife or a dull knife?
Dull
Which is better for your body-solid fats or oils
oils
What is one-half of 2/3 cup?
1/3 cup
What material should never be used while cooking in a microwave oven?
metal
Name the food-borne illness that comes from cans or jars that are leaking, rusting or bulging?
Botulism
How do you extinguish a grease fire?
Baking soda, salt, lid or fire extinguisher
How many ounces of water should you drink every day
64 fluid ounces
Name the cooking term: To cook food in a small amount of fat.
Saute'
Do you cook rice with the lid on or off?
on-traps in moisture
Why is too much sodium in your diet harmful to your health?
Heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure
When a fruit is oxidizing, what color is it turning?
Brown
Name one food source of fiber.
fruits, vegetables, nuts, peas, legumes, grains
How many ounces are there in one pound?
16 oz
When cooking pasta, should you have the lid on or off?
Off
Cholesterol is found in foods of plant or animal origin?
Animal
Scurvy is a deficiency disease for which Vitamin?
Vitamin C
Milk is fortified with vitamins A and___?
D
Name the cooking term: To work dough to further mix the ingredients and develop the gluten.
What vitamin helps with your vision?
Vitamin A
Milk should stay fresh for how many days after the date stamped on the carton?
5-7 days
How long can the body survive without water?
2-3 days
Which fat is the worst for you – saturated, polyunsaturated, or monounsaturated?
Saturated
what is the small flap of tissue in the back of your mouth called
The Uvula