Lifepac Family and Consumer Science - Unit 2 lesson 3
at what temperature should your freezer be kept
-0.4 to 15.8 degrees Farenheit
how long can meat be stored in the refrigerator?
3-5 days
how long can margarine be stored in the refrigerator?
6 months
define cured
a method of preserving meat or fish, etc as smoking or salting
define enriched
adding one or more nutrients which are not naturally present
where can you get a carton of milk after midnight?
convenience store (gas station with groceries)
what are the rules of behavior when shopping?
don't run into people with the cart, watch where you are going don't leave your cart and go somewhere else be organized, this will save you time be gentle to the fruit be neat, put things back where they belong don't let children run around don't use the express lane if you have too many items have coupons ready be kind to everyone in the store return the cart to the correct place in the parking lot
True or false to save money, cut out meat and dairy products
false
true or false all frozen pizzas are made with real cheese
false
true or false it is best to shop on an empty stomach
false
true or false the economy size is always the best buy
false
true or false the smallest size eggs are always the best buy
false
true or false you get more protein for your money from a sirloin steak than from a chuck steak
false
true or false you should collect and use all coupons you find
false
where can you find fresh corn on the cob at a good price
farmer's market
how do you store fresh peas
in the pods, in the refrigerator
what is the safest way to thaw frozen foods
in the refrigerator
define fortified
increasing nutrients that are present in a lesser amount to start with
what effect does low temperature have on microorganisms
low temperature slows their growth
do potatoes have to be refrigerated?
no
where do you go if you are looking for fresh lobster and money is no object?
specialty store
What is the best food store to do your shopping if you are buying a week's groceries for a family of four?
supermarket
what is the coolest section of the refrigerator (not freezer)
the meat drawer
define deterioration
the process by which food becomes worse, lower in character, quality or value
what is the warmest section of the refrigerator
the vegetable drawer
Why are dehydrated foods less likely to spoil
the water has been removed
standard ingredients must be labeled by
their common names
where can you find a great bargain on bread?
thrift store/day old stores
true or false frozen entrees cost a lot more and are loaded with salt
true
true or false making a shopping list helps you spend less money in the store
true
true or false store brand food items are usually less expensive than name brands
true
true or false the best time to buy fresh fruits and vegetables is during their peak growing seasons
true
which keeps longer in the refrigerator, wrapped meat or unwrapped meat?
unwrapped meat
which type of store do you shop in if you are biting large amounts of food for a banquet?
warehouse store
list two things a label should include besides the ingredients
weight nutrition number of servings how to prepare
