Tools and Utensils

Which of the following is a false statement about the scales ?

• Most recipe ingredients are measured by weight, so accurate scales are not important.

• Portion scales are used for measuring ingredients as well as for portioning products for service.

• Traditional portion scales are spring-operated and usually have a dial to indicate weight.

• More accurate digital scales are electrically operated and provide a digital readout.

Measuring cups are available in 1-,

1⁄2-, 1⁄3-, and 1⁄4-cup sizes. They

can be used for both _____________ and _______________ measures.

• liquid , dry

• spices , herbs

• solid , seasonings

• herbs , seasonings

Measuring spoons are used for measuring very small volumes: 1 tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, 1⁄2 teaspoon, and 1⁄4 teaspoon. Most used often for _____________ and _____________.

• dry , solid

• liquid , gas

• solid , herbs

• spices , seasonings

Ladles are used for measuring and portioning _____________. The size, in ounces, is stamped on the handle.

• dry

• gas

• solid

• liquids

Meat Thermometer was inserted _____________ cooking and left in the product _____________ cooking.

• after , while

• during , after

• while , before

• before , during

Instant Read Thermometers gives readings within a few seconds of being inserted in a food product. It reads from _______________.

• 0°F to 220°F.

• 0°F to 300°F.

• 10°F to 220°F.

• 15°F to 350°F.

Saute pan, slope-sided also called a _____________.

• sautoir

• sauteuse

• saucepot

• crepe pan

The following answer below is the use of saute pan, except...

• frying

• grilling

• sautéing

• browning

Strainer is a round-bottomed, cup-shaped tool made of screen type mesh or perforated metal. Used for ______________ pasta, vegetables, and so on.

• drying

• clearing

• washing

• straining

Which of the following answer below is the false statement about the can opener ?

• Used for shaping and decorating with items.

• Heavy-duty can openers are mounted on the edge of the workbench.

• They must be carefully cleaned and sanitized every day to prevent contamination of foods.

• Replace worn blades, which can leave metal shavings in the food.