Cook's Terms

What is the function of grating in cooking?

• To combine ingredients smoothly

• To rub food over a grater to get fine particles

• To slice food into thin strips

• To cook food at a high temperature

What is the function of the term "To Brush" in a culinary context?

• To clean surfaces with a broom

• To spread liquid coating on food using a pastry brush or paper towels

• To comb hair

• To paint a surface

Which of the following is an example of using the term "To Brush" in cooking?

• Dusting flour on a work surface

• Applying sauce to a steak with a spoon

• Butter on pastries for browning

• Whisking eggs for an omelette

What is the function of kneading in baking?

• To add flavor to the dough

• To incorporate air into the dough

• To press, fold, and turn the dough for gluten formation

• To cool down the dough before baking

Which of the following is an example of something that is kneaded?

• Cake Batter

• Whipped Cream

• Pizza Dough

• Salad Dressing

What is the function of boiling in cooking?

• To freeze food

• To cook in a liquid, usually water, where bubbles rise constantly and break the surface

• To mix ingredients together

• To heat food in an oven

Which of the following is NOT an example of when you would use boiling as a cooking method?

• Cook Pasta

• Boil Eggs

• Soften Vegetables

• Grill Chicken

What is the function of simmering in cooking?

• To fry food quickly at high temperatures

• To cook in a slow steady stream of tiny bubbles

• To bake food in an oven

• To chill food in a refrigerator

Which of the following is NOT an example of food that is typically simmered?

• Soups after boiling

• Rice after boiling

• Stocks after boiling

• Vegetables before boiling

What is the benefit of simmering foods like soups, rice, and stocks?

• It helps to cook food faster

• It helps to freeze the food

• It allows food to mix together and release flavors

• It helps to dry out the food