Week 9 Recap Quiz

What country invented cheesecake?

• Italy

• Greece

• France

• United States

What ingredient helps thicken the blueberry filling?

• Flour

• Gelatin

• Cornstarch

• Baking powder

What is a good substitute for cream of tartar when making a meringue?

• Baking soda

• Vinegar or lemon juice

• Vanilla

• Salt

What causes a graham cracker crust to not stay together?

• Too much butter

• Too much sugar

• Too much anything

• Too little baking time

What is the first step in mixing cheesecake batter?

• Adding eggs

• Beating the sugar and cream cheese

• Addition of lemon juice

• Folding in the whipped cream

The filling for lime pie is actually a what?

• Mousse

• Custard

• Pudding

• Souffle

True or False: Too much lime zest does not affect the key lime pie recipe.

• True

• False

True or False: When zesting lime, the white part is as important to use as the outer green.

• True

• False

True or False: Meringue and whipped cream are best when whipped until clumpy.

• True

• False

True or False: When making a caramel, it is best to stir the sugar as it boils.

• True

• False