Yeast Breads
What is flours main function?
Ingredient structure
What is Al dente?
It is firm to the bite.
Gives structure to the baked products.
Why do you have to wash your hands before cooking?
To prevent the spread of germs
What is a Teaspoon abbreviation?
tsp.
What is salts main function?
Flavor & controls yeast growth
Why should you not rinse pasta?
it removes the starch & nutrients will be lost.
What are the common liquids used in quick breads?
water
milk
fruit juices
eggs
fat
To prevent food borne illness.
How many tablespoons are in a cup?
16 Tablespoons
What is yeasts function?
Leavening agent
How much water do you need for 1 cup of rice?
How do eggs influence the preparing and baking process?
helps incorporate air into baked products, adds color, flavor, and contributes to the structure.
What are the 3 steps of dish washing?
Wash
Rinse
Sanitize
How many cups are in a quart?
4 Cups
Temps of water effect yeast how?
Hot- will die
Cold- wont grow
How do you store uncooked grains?
Store in a cool dry place in air tight containers.
What are the characteristics of high quality muffins?
thin, evenly brown crust, symmetrical crust, inside is lighter color(brown)
Cross contamination and possibly food borne illness
What is a "package" abbreviation?
pkg
How do you know when bread is ready to bake?
Dough has risen 1/2 in. over top of the bread pan.
How do you make pasta not stick?
What are some examples of quick bread?
biscuits
muffins
banana bread
pancake/waffle
cake
What is the danger zone for food?
Under 40 degrees and above 140 degrees
How many mini marshmallows are in a standard marshmallow?