Meal planning

According to data, American families spend an average of ___% on food each year.

• 35

• 20

• 15

• 10

Convenience foods generally cost more becuse they only the highest quality ingredients.

• false

• true

Which of the following is NOT generally a factor that determines how much money a family spends on food?

• age of family members

• time available

• distance from a supermarket

• frequency of eating out

All of the following are possible steps in setting up a food budget EXCEPT..

• save receipts from food puchases

• compare daily food costs with those of an average family

• determine percentage of income spent on food

• calculate average weekly food cost

An appetizing meal should include foods that complement each other in taste, appearance, and texture.

• True

• False

A food's temperature can affect both its taste and texture.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a cost-cutting strategy to reduce the food budget?

• preparing simple meals at home

• buying packaged foods and convenience foods

• Choosing economical main dishes

• reduce food waste

Drawbacks of convenience foods are...

• tend to be high in fat, sodium and added sugar

• tend to have a high nutrient density

• spoil easily

• require high-level of cooking skills

Which of the following goverment programs provides families with a Electironic Benefits Transfer card?

• School breakfast Program

• WIC

• Food Stamp Program

• National school lunch program

One important factor in meal planning is setting up a food____, or a plan for managing money.

• system

• budget

• meal plan