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WorksheetsFoods 1 Objective 3.01
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
Storing unripe bananas on the counter top:
Causes foodborne illnesses
Causes them to quickly spoil
Helps them ripen and improves their flavor
Prevents to ripening and lengthens their shelf life
Which is an example of mincing foods?
cutting onions into very small irregular pieces
making shallow slices into the surface of bread dough
removing the outer skin of potatoes
rubbing cabbage against a shredder
Vegetables such as potatoes, onions and garlic should be stored:
in the refrigerator
in the freezer
in a cool, dry and dark place
on the counter
How are onion and celery sautéed?
by browning a small amount of hot fat
by roasting slowly on a rack over hot coals
by cooking in a covered pan using slow heat and small amounts of liquid
by using vapor made by liquids that have reached 212°F
How can calories be reduced when preparing fruits and vegetables?
by choosing cooking method like baking and steaming
by frying with heavy batters
by mixing with sugar and gelatins
by serving with cream dips and sauces
Which category of food is selected by color, smell, and touch?
canned beans
citrus and fresh vegetables
frozen foods
milk and cheese
Alex plans to serve broccoli as a side dish. Which cooking method will preserve the most nutrients?
steaming
frying
boiling
roasting
What are the health benefits of eating fresh fruits as compared to eating processed fruits?
fresh fruits are less nutritious than frozen fruits
fresh fruits are lower in sugar and sodium than processed fruits
fresh fruits brown as compared to canned fruits that keep their color
fresh fruits have inconsistent pricing throughout the year, while processed-fruit pricing remains more stable
To remove peas from a saucepan, use a:
mixing bowl
slotted spoon
stand mixer
wire whisk
Which is categorized as a stem vegetable?
potato
cauliflower
tomato
asparagus
Which is the best way to prepare fruit to retain nutrients?
baked on a low temperature for a long time
battered and fried in oil
lightly grilled
stewed in water and butter
The smallest-size cut for foods such as fruits and vegetable is a:
chop
cube
dice
mince
Tomatoes, squash, and peppers would fall into which MyPlate food group?
fruits
vegetables
protein
Dairy
Meredith is preparing stir-fried vegetables and needs an item of cutting equipment to chop and dice vegetables. Which item does she need?
bread knife
chef's knife
kitchen shears
pastry blender
Which category of fruit is characterized by a thick inedible rind, juicy flesh, and many seeds in the center?
melons
pomes
drupes
citrus fruits
David found fresh peaches on sale at the farmer’s market. He purchased more than he will use in one week. What should David do?
freeze as is
package and freeze
refrigerate until he uses them all
throw the extra away
To toss a salad, use a:
spoon to thoroughly mix ingredients with a circular, up and down motion.
rubber spatula to gently blend heavy and delicate mixture
sieve to mix ingredients
set of tongs to gently tumble together ingredients
