Kitchen Safety
True or False:
Closed-toe shoes are required for Cooking classes at REC!
True!
What internal temperature does pork have to reach in order to be safe to eat?
A. 140 F
B. 145 F
C. 155 F
D. 165 F
B. 145 F
About what percentage of your plate should consist of grains?
A. 10%
B. 15%
C. 25%
D. 50%
C. 25%
When is the most beneficial time of day to drink water?
In the morning, right after waking up.
Which measurement is the smallest?
A. Quart
B. Pint
C. Cup
D. Gallon
C. Cup
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!: How many pints are in a quart?
The first knuckle on your fingers (tuck the fingertips under).
Which food should be stored the lowest in your refrigerator?
A. Eggs
B. Drinks
C. Cheese
D. Meat
A. Eggs.
True or False:
Eating a colorful diet is part of eating a balanced diet.
True!
Foods of different colors have different nutrients and benefits, meaning it is a good idea to eat a variety!
What is the recommended serving size of Oreo cookies?
Two cookies!
What does it mean to julienne something?
A. To name it Julienne.
B. To cut it into very fine pieces.
C. To puree it in a blender.
D. To cut it into thin strips.
D. To cut it into thin strips.
True or False:
Securing your hair with a hair tie is acceptable in place of a hairnet.
True!
True or False:
Marinating meat prior to cooking it lengthens it's shelf life.
False!
If you leave food marinating too long, it can still expire/go bad.
True or False:
Most adults eat the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables.
False!
Only 9% eat enough veggies and only 12% eat enough fruit.
For most adults, what is the daily calorie range you should eat within?
A. 1,200 - 1,500
B. 1,500 - 2,000
C. 2,000 - 2,500
D. 2,500 - 3,000
C. 2000 - 2500.
You are doubling a cake recipe that calls for 2 & 1/4 cups of oil. How much oil so you now need?
A. 4 & 1/2
B. 5 & 1/8
C. 4 & 1/3
D. 3 & 3/4
A. 4 & 1/2 cups.
What does the acronym P.A.S.S. stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
PULL the pin. AIM at the base of the fire. SQUEEZE the handle/trigger. SWEEP across the base of the fire.
Which of the following proteins can be cooked to medium rare, and still be safe to eat?
A. Chicken breast
B. Rib-eye steak
C. Pork tenderloin
D. Salmon
B. Rib-eye steak & D. Salmon
What does BMI stand for?
Body Mass Index.
You just drank a 20oz. bottle of Pepsi. According to the nutrition label, there are 2.5 servings per bottle and 100 calories per serving.
How many calories did you drink?
250 calories.
What is the difference between a rub and a marinade?
A rub uses dry spices, while a marinade uses liquids such as sauces, oils, dressings, etc.
Why is it important to use different cutting boards for different ingredients, such as chicken, fish, and vegetables?
To prevent cross-contamination that could make you sick.
Most grocery stores allow frozen and/or refrigerated foods to be at room temperature for this amount of time before requiring refrigeration or disposal?
A. 30 minutes
B. 60 minutes
C. 45 minutes
D. 90 minutes
A. 30 minutes!
Which of the following is considered a whole grain?
A. White rice
B. Spinach wrap
C. Potato bread
D. Quinoa
D. Quinoa
How many calories do you need to burn in order to lose one pound?
A. 500
B. 1,000
C. 2,200
D. 3,500
D. 3,500!
If something is cut into very small pieces, that means that is has been:
A. Chopped
B. Pureed
C. Diced
D. Minced
D. Minced