Fruit Test

pound

lb, #

honeydew

melon

canteloupe

melons

casaba

melons

watermelon

melons

ounce

oz

apples

pomes

pears

pomes

Pint

pt

teaspoon

t, tsp

papaya

tropical fruit

avacado

tropical fruits

bananas

tropical fruits

figs

tropical fruits

kiwi fruit

tropical fruits

pineapples

tropical fruits

How many tablespoons in a cup?

16 T in 1 c

Cup

C, c

Tablespoon

T, Tbsp

How do frozen fruits compare to fresh fruit in price, taste, and quality?

The color and flavor is the same but the texture changes. When fresh fruits are in season, the frozen fruits will be more. Otherwise, frozen fruit is cheaper.

What changes take place when you cook fruit?

Texture softens, color darkens, shape may change, and the taste usually changes.

How many tbsp in a cup?

16 T in 1 cup

How many cups in a gallon?

16 c in 1 gallon

How many oz in a #?

16 oz in a #

How many oz in a pt?

16 oz in a pt

How many cups in a pint?

2 C in 1 pt

How many pints in a quart?

2 pt in 1 qt

How many teaspoons in a tablespoon?

3 t = 1 T

How many oz in a qt?

32 oz in 1 qt

How many cups in a quart?

4 C in 1 qt

How many oz in a cup?

8 oz in 1 c

How many pints in a gallon?

8 pt in 1 gallon

What are berries?

A classification of fruits, including strawberries, raspberries, and grapes that are small and juicy and have thin skins. They are highly perishable.

What should you look for when buying canned fruits?

Cans that are free from dents, bulges, and leaks.

Carotene is associated with which vitamin? What fruits are high in carotene?

Carotene is associated with vitamin A. Fruits high in Carotene include cantaloupe, apricots, and other yellow fruits.

What softens in fruit during cooking?

Cellulose

What are citrus fruits?

Citrus fruits include oranges, lemons, and grapefruits. They have a thick outer rind and thin membranes that separate the flesh into segments. They are very high in vitamin C.

How can dried fruits be used?

Cooking, baking, and eating them out of the package.

What are drupes?

Drupes include cherries, peaches, and plums. These have an outer skin covering a soft flesh that surrounds a single hard stone or pit that contains a seed.

What is an under ripe fruit?

Fruit that has reached full size but has yet to ripen. Examples of fruits that could be under ripe are bananas and pears. Once they sit at room temperature for a few days, they will ripen.

What is an immature fruit?

Fruits that are small and have poo color, flavor, and texture. These characteristics will not improve with time because they were picked too early to finish ripening.

What is a fritter?

Fruits, veggies, or meats that are dipped into a hot batter and deep fried in hot fat. They remain tender. An example is Banana Fritters.

What is sauteing?

Frying fruits in a small amount of fat in a skillet.

How should you handle fruits after bringing them home in order to store properly?

Handle all fruits gently, don't wash until you are ready to eat, store them based on where they are located in the store (refrigerated vs. not) and if they are ripe enough. If not ripe, leave at room temp.

How should berries be handled?

Handle gently, store in container in fridge either lightly wrapped or in container from store, wash before eating.

What three factors are used as a guide to determine fruit ripeness?

If the fruit gives slightly (texture), color, and fragrance.

What is an advantage of cooking fruits in a microwave? Why?

Maintains flavor and nutrients because they cook fast with little to no water. It also retains its shape and some texture.

What are 3 reasons for deciding to cook fruits?

Makes digestion easier, it can use overripe fruit, make the fruit more palatable, and it gives a variety to the menu.

What are melons?

Melons are a part of the gourd family and are large, juicy fruits that have thick rinds and many seeds. Cantaloupes, honeydew, and watermelon are examples.

What are 5 fruits high in vitamin C?

Oranges, strawberries, cantaloupe, apricots, and pineapples.

What should you look for when buying frozen fruit?

Packages that are clean, undamaged, and frozen solid.

What should you do to fruits if you are microwaving them whole?

Pierce fruits with a tight skin.

What are pomes?

Pomes include apples and pears and have a central seed containing core surrounded by a thick layer of flesh.

What are the main nutritional contributions of fruit?

Potassium, folate, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B, and fiber. They are low in fat and calories.

What two factors determine the quality of fresh fruit?

Ripeness and maturity determine the quality of fresh fruits.

Name 4 ways that may be used to prepare fruits.

Saute, microwave, baking (oven), deep fry, and grilling.

How should frozen fruits be served to better maintain shape and texture?

Serve with a little ice on them (still partially frozen).

What is enzymatic browning?

The darkening process some fruits, such as bananas and peaches, undergo when exposed to the air. To prevent this, add a little citric acid (lemon juice, orange juice, pineapple juice) to the fruit.

What is the main advantage of cooking fruit in syrup instead of just water?

The fruit will retain it's color, nutrients, shape, taste, and won't become mushy. Shape and flavor are the biggest.

What is logical measuring?

The least amount of measuring equals the most accurate measuring.

What are canned fruits packed in for preservation? Is there a difference in calories?

They are packaged in liquids, which is either juice or light/heavy corn syrup. The syrup/juice raises the calories of the fruits.

What are the consequences of overcooking fruit?

They become mushy, loose color, nutrients, shape, and taste.

What does it mean to saute food?

To cook food in a small amount of fat in a skillet. They still retain their shape. An example is Cherries Jubilee.

Why should you handle fruits gently?

To prevent bruising.

What will cause the fruit to harden during cooking?

Too much sugar

What are tropical fruits?

Tropical fruits are grown in warm climates and considered to be somewhat exotic. Avocados, bananas, and pineapples are examples.

How should raw fruits be prepared for eating? What is recommended regarding soaking?

Wash with cold water, never soak it, possibly peel it, core it, or slice it.

Can bananas be refrigeratored? What is the effect on the skin?

Yes, they can but the skin will turn black.

blueberries

berries

cranberries

berries

grapes

berries

strawberries

berries

oranges

citrus fruit

grapefruit

citrus fruits

lemons

citrus fruits

limes

citrus fruits

tangerines

citrus fruits

apricots

drupes

cherries

drupes

peaches

drupes

plums

drupes