Pies and Pastries

Which of the following is NOT a common filling for sweet pies?

• Sweetened vegetables

• Nuts

• Meat

• Fruit

What is the main ingredient in pastry?

• Sugar

• Flour

• Yeast

• Salt

What type of fat is recommended for making a flavorful crust?

• Olive oil

• Coconut oil

• Butter

• Vegetable oil

What type of fat is recommended for making a flaky crust?

• Shortening

• Coconut oil

• Butter

• Vegetable oil

What is the purpose of using iced water in pastry preparation?

• To dissolve the sugar

• To maintain cold temperature of the dough

• To enhance flavor

• To activate the gluten

What happens if you work the pastry too much?

• It will rise more

• It will become sweeter

• It will shrink during baking

• It becomes fluffier

Which ingredient is used to improve the flavor of the crust?

• Milk

• Iodized salt

• Baking powder

• Sugar

What is the purpose of allowing the pastry to rest?

• To relax gluten strands

• To enhance the color

• To increase sweetness

• To make it rise

What type of pies are filled with meat, eggs, and cheese?

• Savory pies

• Sweet pies

• Fruit pies

• Nut pies

What should you do if your hands are too warm while making pastry?

• Take a break

• Apply ice packs

• Rinse under cold water

• Use hot water