3.01 Fruits & Vegetables

Storing unripe bananas on the counter:

• causes foodborne illnesses

• causes them to spoil quickly

• helps them ripen and improves their flavor

• prevents ripening and lengthens their shelf life

Vegetables such as potatoes, onions, and garlic should be stored:

• in the refrigerator

• in the freezer

• in a cool, dry, and dark place

• on the counter

How can calories be reduced when preparing fruits and vegetables?

• by choosing cooking methods like baking and steaming

• by frying with heavy batters

• by mixing with sugar and gelatins

• by serving with cream dips and sauces

Which is an example of MINCING foods?

• cutting onions into very small, irregular pieces

• making shallow slices into the surface of bread dough

• removing the outer skin of potatoes

• rubbing cabbage against a shredder

Which category of food is selected by color, smell, and touch?

• canned beans

• citrus fruits and fresh vegetables

• frozen foods

• milk and cheese

How are onions and celery sautéed?

• by browning in a small amount of hot fat

• by roasting slowly on a rack over hot coals

• by cooking in a covered pan, using low heat and a small amount of liquid

• by using vapor made by liquids that have reached 212°F

To remove peas from a saucepan, use a:

• mixing bowl

• slotted spoon

• stand mixer

• wire whisk

Alex plans to serve broccoli as a side dish. Which cooking method will preserve the MOST nutrients?

• steaming

• frying

• boiling

• roasting

What are the health benefits of eating fresh fruits as compared to eating processed fruits?

• fresh fruits are less nutritious than frozen fruits

• fresh fruits are lower in sugar and sodium than processed fruits

• fresh fruits brown as compared to canned fruits that keep their color

• fresh fruits have inconsistent pricing throughout the year, while processed fruit pricing remains more stable

What is categorized as a stem vegetable?

• potato

• cauliflower

• tomato

• asparagus