(Oct) Study Questions for Lifepac Test 2

What is the correct way to measure small amounts of a thin liquid?

pour in spoon until full

How many feet should there be on each side of the work triangle in a kitchen layout?

4-7 feet

How long can you store foods in the freezer for?

6 months to 1 year

What is the rule for determining the amount of the ingredients as written on the label?

The 1st ingredient listed is most plentiful by weight. The last ingredient listed is the least plentiful by weight

How long you can store food in the freezer?

6 months to a year

How many fluid ounces are equal to 1 cup?

8 fluid ounces

How can you cut costs but not nutrients when food shopping?

Avoid buying cakes, candy, softdrinks

What determines the "personality" of the kitchen

Cabinets

True/False: Bananas should be kept in the refrigerator.

False

True/False: Cuts of meat containing less fat are more tender.

False

True/False: The coolest part of the refrigerator is the vegetable drawer.

False

True/False: Wrapped meat keeps longer than unwrapped meat.

False

What is the first step in smart food shopping?

Meal planning and grocery list

Do sirloin cuts of meat have more protein than chuck?

No

Which kitchen layout is the LEAST efficient? a. L-shaped b. U-shaped c. Corridor d. One wall

One-wall

What is the correct way to measure brown sugar?

Pack down firmly in cup and then level with knife or spatula

What type of pan is used to fry foods?

Skillet

What tells you that a dairy product is not an imitation?

The "real" seal

What should you always use in the bowl of an electric mixer if you are going to scrape while the mixer is operating?

a rubber scraper

microorganisms, especially pathogenic bacteria

microbes

cutting food into very fine pieces, smaller than chipped food

mince

combining ingredients, usually by stirring

mix

The purpose of the refrigerator is the preserve ____________________and to keep food cold to prevent spoilage

nutrients

What type of knife is used for peeling and slicing fruits and vegetables?

pairing knife

starts the leavening action

liquid

pork fat

lard

How many pecks are equal to 8 quarts?

1 peck

How many pounds are equal to 16 ounces?

1 pound

How many tablespoons are in 3 teaspoons?

1 tablespoon

List the steps for writing a good recipe.

1. List the ingredients in order of use. 2. Give exact measurements for all ingredients 3. Include simple, step-by-step directions 4. Use exact cooking time 5. Use exact cooking temperature 6. Tell the size of cooking utensils to use. 7. Tell the number and size of the servings 8. Must be a tested recipe

Fresh ingredients are typically more flavorful than canned products

True

True/False: A bargain is not always a bargain when food shopping.

True

True/False: Low temperatures slow down the growth of microorganisms.

True

True/False: Potatoes do not have to be refrigerator.

True

True/False: Preparing food yourself instead of buying prepared food is usually cheaper.

True

What is the most efficient shaped kitchen layout?

U-shaped

Which of the following words signifies that a label lists additional nutrients which are not naturally present? a. enriched b. fortified c. pasteurized d. none of the above

a. enriches

The primary ingredient in a cookie recipe is _______________. a. flour b. sugar c. eggs d. liquid

a. flour

Pertaining to the sense of the beautiful

aesthetic

How long can margarine be stored? a. 3 months b. 6 months c. 9 months d. 1 year

b. 6 months

__________________means to plunge food into boiling water for a brief time to remove skin. a. broil b. blanch c. julienne d. poach

b. blanch

spooning pan drippings, water, or sauce over food while roasting it

baste

Why is it bad to roast in a pan that is too big?

because the juices will evaporate and burn

The small kitchen appliance that is used to puree soups, sauces, and other liquids is the _________________.

blender

Name one safety tip concerning small children in the kitchen

block electric outlets with safety plugs keep knives out of reach

What is the correct way to measure flour and sugar?

by leveling the top with a knife or spatula

How do you judge the quality of a knife?

by the metal and the grind of the blade and by the handle

How many teaspoons are there in 1/4 cup? a. 16 b. 9 c. 12 d. 4

c. 12

Which of the following items should not be found on a label? a. serving size and number b. nutritional information c. chemical names for standard ingredients d. preparation instructions

c. chemical names for standard ingredients

transfer of heat by the circulation of movement of the heated parts of a liquid or gas

convection

A method or process of preserving meat or rish, etc., as smoking or salting.

cured

When water has been removed from vegetables, fruits, etc., for preservation.

dehydrated

to make or become worse; make or become lower in character, quality, value, etc.

deteriorate

What type of pan is used to keep foods warm without overcooking them?

double boiler

adds nutrients and helps form a stronger framework

eggs

The two types of ranges are gas and ________________.

electric

adds richness and flavor to food, aids in browning and used for frying.

fats and oils

a change brought about by fermenting, like yeast enzymes, that converts grape sugar into ethyl alcoholor, in the case in bread-making, the release of carbon dioxide

fermentation

primary ingredient in breads, cakes, and cookies

flour

mix ingredients together preventing the loss of air

fold

The three major work stations that comprise the work triangle are the sink, stove, and the ________________________.

fridge

cooking in hot fat

fry

The sticky substance that holds the dough mixture together

gluten

rubbing a hard-textured food against the small rough, sharp-edged holes of a grater, reducing them to tiny particles.

grate

How many cups is equal to 8 tablespoons?

half cup

the ability of an item to be placed under water

immersible

a substantial rise of prices caused by an undue expansion in paper money or bank credit

inflation

A meat thermometer is used to measure the ____________________temperature of meat or poultry during cooking

internal

When is the best time to buy fresh fruit and vegetables?

its growing season

an agent used to produce fermentation in dough or batter

leavening

makes batters and dough rise and lighten

leavening agent

What is the correct way to measure larger amounts of liquid?

pour into glass measuring cup and read at eye level while setting the cup on a level surface.

heat energy transmitted by electromagnetic waves in contrast to heat transmitted by conduction or convection

radiant heat

What can you ask for if a store runs out of a sale item?

rain-check

when water is put back into any substance, for example dried foods

rehydrate

The three basic steps in making bread are mixing, __________________, and baking.

rising

adds interest to your recipes

seasoning and flavoring

What type of knife is used to slice bread and cake or section grapefruit?

serrated-edge knife

pouring mixture or liquid through a fine sieve to remove large particles

strain

gives recipe sweetness and tenderness; aids in browning

sweetener

In a knife, the part of the blade extending into the handle

tang

to make soft or delicate by pounding or by means of a chemical process or treatment

tenderize

Why should lids be used on pots and pans?

to keep in nutrients and flavor

What CANNOT function as an extra burner to your stove?

toaster oven

tumble ingredients lightly with a lifting motion, such as a salad with greens

toss

Unplug an electrical cord from the ___________ before you unplug it from the _____________________________

wall, appliance

What should you NEVER use to put out a grease fire?

water

beating ingredients to add air and increase volume

whip

a leavening agent used in bread dough

yeast