Canning
What is the main purpose of canning food?
Preserve food by killing bacteria
What is the main method used to preserve food in dehydration?
Removing water
True or False: Freezing food kills all bacteria present in the food.
False – Freezing does not kill all bacteria, it just slows growth
Fermentation is a process that uses:
Microorganisms to convert sugars into acids, alcohol, or gases
Which part of the cow does the ribeye steak come from?
Rib
True or False: High-acid foods like tomatoes require a water bath canner, while low-acid foods like green beans require a pressure canner.
True
True or False: Dehydrated foods are lighter and take up less storage space than fresh foods.
True
How does rapid freezing compared to slow freezing affect ice crystal formation and food texture?
Rapid freezing creates smaller ice crystals, preserving texture; slow freezing creates larger crystals, which can damage cell structure
True or False: Yogurt is produced through the fermentation of milk by bacteria.
True
True or False: The brisket is a tender cut that cooks quickly.
False – Brisket is tough and requires slow cooking
Name one type of spoilage that can occur in improperly canned foods.
Botulism
Name one advantage of dehydrating food at home.
Long shelf life, lighter storage
What is the best temperature for storing frozen food in a home freezer?
0°F (-18°C)
Name two fermented foods commonly found in the U.S.
pickles, sauerkraut
What is the type of steak named after a letter
T-bone steak
What is the most dangerous bacteria associated with improperly canned low-acid foods?
Clostridium botulinum
What is a common type of hydrated food
Beef Jerky
Name two types of freezer burn causes
Air exposure, temperature fluctuations
What role does salt play in vegetable fermentation?
Salt inhibits unwanted bacteria while allowing beneficial bacteria to ferment the vegetables
What is the most tender type of meat
The tenderloin
Why is it important to follow exact processing times when canning?
To ensure all bacteria are killed and the food is safe to eat
How does dehydration prevent the growth of microorganisms?
By removing water, microorganisms cannot grow
Freezing preserves food primarily by
Slowing down enzyme and microbial growth
How does fermentation increase the shelf life of food?
Fermentation produces acids or alcohol that lower pH and prevent spoilage
Name two common cuts from the round section of beef.
Round steak, eye of round