Food Preparation Quiz

What should you always do before handling food?

• Use a wet cloth

• Use a cutting board

• Wear gloves

• Wash your hands

What should you use to steady hot pots or take pans out of the oven?

• Pot holder

• Wet cloth

• Bare hands

• Oven mitts

What should you do if grease or cooking oil catches fire?

• Throw sugar

• Throw flour

• Throw water

• Throw baking soda or salt

What is the purpose of a colander?

• Peeling vegetables

• Chopping food

• Mixing ingredients

• Washing food or draining liquid

What is the function of a whisk?

• Serving soup

• Peeling fruits

• Flipping burgers

• Beating foods by hand

What is the ideal substitute for a wok?

• Food processor

• Steamer

• Large skillet

• Double boiler

What is the purpose of a zester?

• Draining liquid from solid food

• Peeling off the rind of citrus fruits

• Mixing food

• Chopping vegetables

What is the main ingredient in a salad dressing?

• Edible vegetable oil

• Water

• Sugar

• Salt

What is the key to good salad preparation?

• Freshness of ingredients

• Over handling ingredients

• Adding dressing early

• Cooking ingredients for a long time

What is the term for cooking food in hot liquid just below the boiling point?

• Poach

• Simmer

• Roast

• Steam