Nutrients
Functions of ingredients
Equivalents
Cooking Terms
Misc.
100
What nutirent provides energy?
Carbohydrates
100
What is the function of flour?
It provides structure and bulk.
100
How many Tsp are in a TBSP?
3
100
How do you properly measure liquids?
Set the cup on a float surface and read it at eye level.
100
Double 1/3 cup
2/3 cup
200
What nutrient builds and repairs tissue?
Protein
200
What is the function of a leavening agent?
It helps food rise
200
How many TBSP are in 1 cup?
16
200
How should you properly measure brown sugar?
Firmly packe it into a dry measuring cup and level it at the top.
200
How do you know when a cookie is done?
When there is brown edges all around the cookie.
300
What nutrient helps with digestion?
Fiber
300
What is the function of fats and oils?
It helps tenderize and adds flavor.
300
How many TBSP are in a 1/4 cup?
4
300
What does it mean to boil?
To cook a liquid until bubbles rise constantly and break on the surface.
300
How much of your grains should be whole wheat?
Half
400
What major nutrients are found in Dairy products?
Minerals and Protein
400
What is the function of an egg?
It helps bind things together
400
How many TBSP are in a stick of butter?
8
400
What does it mean to simmer?
Cook to just below boiling point so the liquid will barely bubble.
400
Double 3/4 tsp
1 1/2 tsp
500
What are the 7 main nutrients that help your body function properly?
Water Fiber Fats Carbohydrates Minerals Vitamins Protein
500
What is the function of a liquid?
Adds moisture, helps ingredients to react with each other and is also a binder.
500
How many TBSP are in 1/3 cup?
5 1/3 TBSP or 5 TBSP and 1 TSP
500
What does it mean to saute?
Fry in a small amount of fat.
500
What are the 5 food groups your should eat from everyday?
Grains Fruits Vegetables Dairy Protien