(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