Exploring Mother Sauces

What are the five mother sauces in classical cuisine?

• Béchamel, Velouté, Espagnole, Tomato, Hollandaise

• Ranch, Caesar, Thousand Island, Blue Cheese, Vinaigrette

• Soy Sauce, Teriyaki, Hoisin, Fish Sauce, Oyster Sauce

• Alfredo, Pesto, Marinara, Beurre Blanc, Salsa

Which mother sauce is made from a roux and milk?

• Béchamel

• Velouté

• Tomato

• Hollandaise

What is the primary ingredient in a tomato sauce?

• onions

• peppers

• tomatoes

• garlic

Which mother sauce is known for its emulsification process?

• Hollandaise

• Béchamel

• Tomato

• Velouté

What is the main flavoring agent in hollandaise sauce?

• Mustard

• Lemon juice

• Soy sauce

• Vinegar

Which mother sauce serves as the base for béchamel?

• Brown roux

• Tomato sauce

• Hollandaise sauce

• White roux

What type of sauce is velouté classified as?

• Barbecue sauce

• Mother sauce

• Emulsion sauce

• Pasta sauce

How is demi-glace related to mother sauces?

• Demi-glace is a dessert sauce.

• Demi-glace is a type of mother sauce.

• Demi-glace is derived from sauce espagnole, one of the mother sauces.

• Demi-glace is made from béchamel sauce.

What is the difference between a mother sauce and a derivative sauce?

• A mother sauce is made from vegetables; a derivative sauce is made from fruits.

• A mother sauce is a base sauce; a derivative sauce is made from a mother sauce.

• A mother sauce is always spicy; a derivative sauce is mild.

• A mother sauce is a type of dessert sauce; a derivative sauce is savory.

Can you name a derivative sauce made from tomato sauce?

• Alfredo sauce

• Pesto sauce

• Marinara sauce

• Barbecue sauce