BYU Cooking

When serving ripened cheese for an appetizer, how should it be served for the best flavor?

At Room Temperature

A high-fat addition to some salads is

Avocados

Milk and meat are usually at the __________ of a supermarket.

Back

A vegan avoids which of the following?

Honey

The first sweetener used was probably

Honey

It is a good idea to store grains in the refrigerator or freezer if your climate is _____ and humid.

Hot

One way to use cooked rice is to add it to _____.

Hot Soup

One recommendation for saving money when grocery shopping is to plan ahead and take a __________ with you.

List

All of the following can add protein to a salad except

Mandarin oranges

Granulated sugar that has been processed into a fine powder is called

Powdered Suger

Fat plays a vital role in

energy storage protect internal organs transfer of vitamins All of the above.

Red delicious apples are best for baking

false

When doing the cold water test, if the candy mixture forms a hard ball that holds its shape but is still pliable, what stage has the candy reached?

firm ball stage

The __________ departments of a supermarket tend to have a great smell and super high markup.

floral and bakery

The best guideline for purchasing fresh vegetables is to

guidelines vary from vegetable to vegetable

Use _____ to _____ times more fresh herbs than dried.

three, four

A good garnish for a serving of lasagna would be a piece of fresh basil.

true

You should consider the pattern of your plates and/or bowls when deciding food to serve and how to garnish it.

true

A good non-animal source of iron can be

vitamin supplements

Vegetables mainly provide

vitamins and minerals

When cooking vegetables, exposure to _______ causes loss of nutrients. Select all that apply.

water-Heat

To prevent lumping when mixing sauces, use a _____ .

whisk

Sugar is a fermentation aid in which of the following products?

yeast breads

All fruits and vegetables should be stored in the refrigerator.

False

Bananas should always be stored in the refrigerator.

False

Boneless, skinless chicken breast is the least expensive and easiest chicken with which to work.

False

Fresh poultry should be used within three days of the sell-by date.

False

Garnishing foods usually requires extra time and money.

False

If you are allergic to seafood, imitation seafood products are a safe alternative.

False

It is possible to substitute any fish for another in most recipes.

False

Lifting a slow cooker lid during cooking is recommended.

False

Microwave cooking is not recommended for fish.

False

Never combine complementary colors when garnishing a plate.

False

One safe way to prepare a whole chicken is in a slow cooker.

False

Poultry can be thawed in the refrigerator, in cold water, on the counter, or in the microwave.

False

Produce from a reputable store doesn't need to be washed.

False

The best and most flavorful way to cook turkey stuffing is in the cavity of the bird.

False

The best way to determine freshness of seafood is to ask the salesperson.

False

To boil chicken, place it in a pot of boiling water and boil constantly for twenty minutes.

False

When in doubt about storage of a food, your best source of information is your best friend.

False

When in doubt about the ripeness of a fruit, pick the one that has the brightest color and is soft to the touch.

False

You can't really incorporate poultry into your menu if you are on a tight budget.

False

If you refrigerate cooked soup, the _____ will solidify and rise to the top and you can then remove it.

Fat

Which ingredient is responsible for making a pastry crust tender and flaky?

Fat

Fruits not only contribute vitamins and minerals to the diet, but also carbohydrates and often fiber.

True

Many garnishes can be made with a paring knife.

True

Most fruits can be stored in the refrigerator to slow down the ripening process.

True

Neither fresh nor frozen fish should smell fishy

True

Often, common sense is your best friend in the kitchen.

True

One way to extend your chicken or turkey is to add it to casseroles, soups, etc.

True

Seafood is naturally low in fat and cholesterol.

True

Skin color indicates nothing about the freshness of chicken

True

Turkey can be substituted for chicken in most recipes.

True

Wash all utensil and surfaces with hot, soapy water after contact with raw meat, poultry, fish or seafood.

True

One way to determine if you are getting the best deal for your money is to compute the __________ of the product.

Unit Price

Calcium is found in all the following except

Water

The best potatoes for potato salad are

Waxy Red Round

As an ingredient, an egg performs which function in meatloaf?

binder

How can you alter cake and cookie recipes at higher elevations?

both add extra flour and use less fat

Name the two nutrients that are most prevalent in milk products.

calcium and protein

What is a guideline for cooking with milk products and eggs?

cook with medium to low temperatures

Cookies and bars will be less likely to overcook if you

crisp and chewy or soft cookies

Where should eggs be stored, either at the grocery store or in your home?

refrigerator

What effect does refrigeration have on pastry dough?

makes the pastry more flaky and tender

Compared to proteins and carbohydrates, fats provide

more calories per gram

When baking a cake in an angel cake or tube pan, place the oven rack

near the bottom of the oven

Name the process that destroys bacteria in milk by the use of high temperatures.

pasteurization

Even color can have an effect on shopping decisions. The color __________, for example, makes people think a product is good for you or good for the earth.

Green

Which is the better deal on snack crackers?

1 lb. box for $2.95

According to ChooseMyPlate guidelines, how many cups daily of vegetables are recommended for men and women?

2-3

When you test your thermometer, the water boiled at 205 ºF. A candy recipe tells you to cook the mixture to 242 ºF. To what temperature should you actually cook the mixture?

249*F

What percent of total calories should come from fat?

30% or less

A salad can be served as

A side dish, an appetizer, a main dish. all of these things

Where should you store unopened canned and dry milk?

Cool,Dry place

Which type of cooked pie can be stored in the freezer?

Cooled Apple Pie

Which is an example of a source of unsaturated fat?

Corn Oli

Sauces can be thickened by reduction or with a roux, eggs, or _____.

Cornstarch

If you don't have enough room in your oven for all your filled cake pans, what do you do with the extra batter?

Cover and refrigerate.

Coupons __________ always save you money.

Do Not

Dressing will cling better to your greens if the greens are

Dry

Sugar provides the body with

Energy

What type of milk has 60 percent of the liquid removed before it is canned?

Evaporated Milk

"T" is the abbreviation for teaspoon.

False

4 cups = 1 pint

False

A dry measuring cup can be used for measuring either dry or liquid ingredients.

False

A peach is an example of a pome.

False

A safety zone for foods is between 40 and 140 °F.

False

According to ChooseMyPlate, the Fruits Group should be the most consumed group.

False

A great way to store left-over soup for two to three months is in the _____.

Freezer

Which type of pan is best for baking a flaky pastry crust?

Glass

A vegetarian can get the most protein from which of the following sources?

Nuts

Dried whole herbs and spices can be stored for up to _____ .

One Year

Most grains can be stored for a lengthy amount of time, but are best when used within ____ to _____ years.

One,Two

Which form of fat is not recommended for use in candy making?

Reduced fat Spreads

Where should you store fresh milk and cheese?

Refrigerator

Where should you usually store prepared foods that contain cooked eggs, like omelets, cream pies, etc.?

Refrigerator

Pasta shouldn't be rinsed after draining unless it's being used in a _____.

Salad

Don't add oil to water when cooking pasta because _____ will not cling to oil-coated pasta

Sauce

Even electronic __________ can make mistakes and overcharge you. Make sure you watch carefully at the checkout counter.

Scanners

The kind of rice that tends to be sticky when cooked is _____ grain rice

Short

What type of milk has as much fat as possible removed?

Skim

Which of the following dairy products would fit into a low-fat eating plan?

Skim Milk

Potato chips sell best when placed across the aisle from __________.

Soda

You generally save money when you buy __________ brands.

Store

When cooking vegetables, cook until

Tender-Crisp

It is best to use_____ meat and/or poultry in slow cookers.

Thawed

Pasta is part of the grain group, which recommends _____ _____ servings daily

The Most

Fat in the skin of poultry does not transfer to the meat during cooking.

True

Why is it important to watch the thermometer carefully when making candy?

The temperature of a candy mixture can rise rapidly after a certain point.

For the best flavor, most shellfish should be used within one to two days of purchase.

True

What factor leads to a tough crust?

Too Much handling

. Food presentation can make all the difference between a plain meal and something special.

True

3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon

True

After roasting turkey, allow for standing time for easier carving.

True

An uncooked whole bird can be stored in the freezer for up to a year.

True

Clean hands are vital to sanitary cooking.

True

Dents or bulges in cans of fruits can indicate spoilage of the product inside.

True

Which tends to have the highest fat content?

Whole milk

Unwanted crystallization can be prevented by

adding sugar to warm liquid, greasing the sides of the saucepan,using a clean stirring spoon each time. all of the above

Name the process that breaks up fat in milk, causing it to remain dispersed in the liquid.

homogenization

Compared to making a cake from scratch, a commercial cake mix is

less expensive, but usually doesn't taste as good

According to the readings, which type of pan reflects the heat and thus is the best choice for baking cakes?

shiny metal

Which vegetable, if frozen, would be acceptable in "block" form?

spinach

Which milk product is an acceptable substitute for fresh milk in recipes?

sweetened condensed milk

Sugar or other sweeteners perform which function in ice cream?

texturizer