Meat, poultry, fish, dry beans and peas, eggs, nuts, and seeds supply many nutrients. These include protein, B vitamins (niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and B6), vitamin E, iron, zinc, and magnesium.

B vitamins found in PROTEIN serve a variety of functions in the body. They help the body release energy, play a vital role in the function of the nervous system, aid in the formation of red blood cells, and help build tissues.

Proteins do not function as building blocks for bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood.

Why is it beneficial to eat 8 ounces of seafood a week?

What counts as an ounce-equivalent in the Protein Foods Group?

How many eggs equal to 1 ounce of protein?

Are milk products (including cheese) sources of protein?

Which meal includes all of the 5 food groups?

Which picture would provide the best source of calcium if consumed?

Which nutrient listed helps to build and repair muscle?

Which food group is the best source of carbohydrates?

Fruits and vegetables are a great source of which nutrient?

Olive oil is an example of a(n):

True or False. Eating too much saturated fat can increase the risk of heart disease.

True or False. Iron is a mineral that helps maintain healthy blood.

Which food item is a source of saturated fat:

Why is it important to eat a variety of foods?

Which nutrient is extremely essential to survival?

Which type of protein is considered incomplete and you therefore need to eat a variety of this type of protein?

Complex carbohydrates (from pasta, breads, starchy vegetables) give you:

This type of carbohydrate gives you a crash & burn feeling.

Examples of minerals are:

Fatty fish, canola oil and seeds are examples of this type of fat:

This fruit is high in monounsaturated fats (or healthy fats):

What is an example of a Pome? (have a central, seed-containing core surrounded by a thick layer of flesh)

What is an example of a drupe? (have an outer skin covering a soft, fleshy fruit. The fruit surrounds a single, hard stone (pit) which contains the seed. )

What is the first step in preparing fruits?

When shopping for canned fruits, which canning liquid should you look for if you want a low-calorie option?

What is the daily recommended serving of fruit?

Why is the skin of fruit nutritious?

Which fruit should be bought under ripe?

To prevent enzymatic browning you should:

What does it mean to cut food into very tiny pieces?

What does it mean to cut food into small pieces with a knife or scissors - disregarding the size?

Cooking foods without liquids =

Examples of moist-heat cooking include:

Cooking foods in enough fat so it covers the food is called:

Brown food in a small amount of fat. Then, add a little liquid and simmer in a uncovered container. This is called:

Cook in fat until surface of food turns brown. This is called:

cook in enough hot fat to cover the food half way. This is called:

cook uncovered in an oven without liquid. This is called:

Mixing solid shortening into a flour mixture using two knifes or a pastry blender to cut through the shortening. This mixing technique is called:

What is the name for this tool?

Which ingredient gives a baked good structure?

Which ingredient adds color & flavor to a baked good?

Yeast needs _____ to feed on to grow and leaven the baked item.

Which ingredient is used as a tenderizing agent? Meaning, it makes the baked item softer.

Which of the following is NOT a type of fat? (in terms of baking ingredients)

Which ingredient help baked good become brown?

Which ingredient provides gasses to help baked goods rise?

Which of the following is the most common flour used in baked goods?

Baking powder is a combination of baking soda and _____.

Examples of "Quick Breads" are:

Quick breads use yeast. True or False?