Measurement
Food Safety
Kitchen Safety
Measurement Conversions/ Abbreviations
100

Which ingredient must be packed down when measuring?

brown sugar

100
What is the first thing you should do before preparing foods in order to prevent foodborne illness?

Wash your hands

100

True or false.  It is ok to put your knife into a sink of hot soapy water with the rest of your dishes.

False

100

tsp.

teaspoon

200

Which ingredients can be scooped or spooned into a measuring cup?

sugar and salt

200

True or false.  All foods should be cooked to the same internal temperature of 165 in order for them to be safe to eat.

False

200

What is a safe item to stand on when trying to reach something that is up high?

step-ladder or step-stool

200

TBSP.

Tablespoon

300

Which measuring cup(s) should be used to measure 3/4 cup?

1/2 cup and 1/4 cup

300

Why do you need to use separate cutting boards and knives when cutting meat and vegetables?

cross-contamination: the potential pathogens on meat can get onto the vegetables.

300

What can be use to put a grease fire?

fire extinguisher, salt, baking soda (not powder!), cover with a lid

300
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?

3

400

Why shouldn't you scoop flour when measuring?

Scooping it will cause there to be too much flour in the cup.  Use a spoon instead.
400
The temperature of the refrigerator should be at or below....
40 degrees
400

What is a safety reason to pull your hair back when working in the kitchen?

It can catch on fire or get tangled into appliances such as mixers.

400

How many cups are in a pint?

2

500

What are two things you should remember when measuring liquids?

Keep it on a flat surface and look at it at eye level.

500

What is the maximum amount of time that leftovers should be left out at room temperature?

2 hours

500

Why should a can of Pam cooking spray be away from heat?

Its contents are under pressure and can cause an explosion if heated.

500

How many tablespoons are in a 1/4 cup?

4