Food Groups
What food group does a banana belong to?
Fiber
What equipment do you need when shallow frying eggs?
pan
Spatula
cooking oil
Stove or high heat source
To cook by dry heat usually in an oven
Bake
Cutting food into pieces about 1/2' square on all sides
Cube
What is the first step before cooking?
Wash your hands
What food group does an egg belong to?
Protein
What equipment is needed when baking cookies?
Cookie Sheet
Non-stick spray, Parchment paper or Aluminum foil
Heat resistant gloves
To mix ingredients lightly without mashing or crushing them
Toss
To cook food in a large amount of fat or oil
Fry
What is the second step of cooking basics?
Separate your ingredients.
Make sure raw meats and seafood stay separated from other ingredients. Do not "cross contaminate" other plates or ingredients.
What food group does noodles belong to?
Carbs
What's the difference between a cookie sheet and a baking pan?
a Cookie sheet is flat
a baking pan either has dips, pits or is shaped like a bowl.
cooking in liquid that is rolling or actively bubbling
boiling
To soak food in sauce before cooking
Marinate
After cooking and eating the food, what is the final step of cooking basics?
Chill the leftovers in the refrigerator
Which food group is essential for building muscles and muscle repair?
Protein
What equipment would you use if you were Roasting hot dogs?
Oven and a cookie sheet
or
Skewers and a campfire
To even off dry ingredients using a flat spatula
Level off
What temperature should chicken be cooked to?
165+ degrees Fahrenheit
How should you put out a cooking oil fire?
Turn off the stove.
Cover the pot, pan, or fryer with a metal lid.
Douse the fire with baking soda, salt, or a fire extinguisher—never water.
If the fire is too big for smothering, baking soda, or salt, use a fire extinguisher.
Exit the house and call 911 if needed.
What are the 5 food groups?
Fruits: Rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.
Vegetables: Another important source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Grains/Carbs: Good source of energy and provide important nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Protein: Essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
Dairy: Provides calcium and other nutrients.
What equipment is required when cooking meats like chicken, beef and salmon?
Thermometer
To roast meat on a split rack or rack over high heat - basting frequently with seasoning and sauce
Barbecue
145 degrees Fahrenheit
What water temperature is best for poaching eggs?
Simmering water