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WorksheetsChapter 23 & 24 Food Preparation & Using Recipes
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 35mins
A recipe is a set of directions for making a food or beverage.
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Most recipes do not describe container sizes and types, because experienced cooks know which ones to use.
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The metric system is the system of measurement in the United States.
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Volume measures the heaviness of an ingredient.
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Recipes for baked goods can usually be doubled.
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Your cooking skills and budget are two factors to consider before trying a recipe.
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A dash or a pinch is equivalent to one tablespoon.
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Volume is a more exact measurement than weight.
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A blender can be used to puree food.
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To whip is to beat quickly and vigorously to incorporate air into a mixture.
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Dredging, dusting, and blanching are all coating techniques.
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To baste is to coat a food with a liquid that forms a glossy finish.
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To core is to remove a the center of a fruit such as an apple or a pineapple.
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To vent is to leave an opening in a container so steam can escape during cooking.
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Always measure liquids in a liquid measuring cup on a flat, level surface and read at eye level.
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Scoop and level is the proper way to measure brown sugar.
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Measuring spoons are used to measure both dry and liquid ingredients.
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A __?__ is useful for measuring small amounts of ingredients.
[A] liquid measuring cup
[B] a set of nested cups
[C] set of measuring spoons
[D] ladle
A __?__ is useful for snipping herbs, cutting dough, or poultry.
[A] rolling pin
[B] kitchen shears
[C] chef’s knife
[D] serrated knife
A __?__ is useful for protecting counter tops when chopping foods.
[A] French knife
[B] parchment paper
[C] cutting board
[D] tray
What is the difference in volume between a cup of popcorn and a cup of brown rice?
[A] There is no difference
[B] The brown rice has greater volume
[C] The popcorn has greater volume
What information is not essential to make food in a recipe?
[A] container size and type
[B] nutrition information
[C] ingredients
[D] yield
Which is a type of measurement used in recipes?
[A] temperature
[B] dimensions
[C] weight or volume
[D] all of the above
Which is a reason to change a recipe?
[A] to be creative and try something new
[B] to substitute ingredients for health reasons
[C] to increase the yield
[D] all of the above
What aspects of a recipe may change when you substitute ingredients?
[A] appearance
[B] nutritional value
[C] taste
[D] all of the above
What should you do if you plan to use a recipe for a special occasion?
[A] Solve possible problems on the day of the event
[B] Try it ahead of time
[C] Make copies of the recipe for your guests
[D] all of the above
Which item works well as a measuring tool?
[A] juice glass
[B] soup spoon
[C] measuring spoon
[D] coffee mug
Which is not a step for measuring dry ingredients?
[A] Spoon the dry ingredients into the measuring cup
[B] Hold the measuring cup over the mixing bowl while filling
[C] Bend down to check the measurement at eye level
[D] none of the above
Which is NOT a knife cutting technique?
[A] grinding
[B] scoring
[C] paring
[D] cubing
When do you need to use measuring spoons instead of cups?
[A] to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than ¼ cup
[B] to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than ½ cup
[C] to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than ¾ cup
[D] to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 2/3 cup
Define steep
To remove a thin, outside layer from a vegetable.
To soak in a hot liquid.
To rub food against a grater.
1 tablespoon equals __?__ teaspoon(s).
(a)
1 stick of butter equals __?__ cup(s).
(a)
1 cup equals __?__ ounce(s).
(a)
1 quart equals __?__ cup(s).
(a)
1 ounce equals __?__ tablespoon(s).
(a)
4 quarts equals __?__ gallon(s).
(a)
1 pint equals __?__ ounce(s).
(a)
1 pound equals __?__ ounce(s)
(a)
1 pint equals __?__ cup(s).
(a)
(a) means to cut in very tiny irregular shaped pieces.
(a) means to cut into tiny cubes, ¼ - ⅛ “ square
(a) means to To rub food against a grater.
(a) means to cut foods into small squares, about ½ ” square.
(a) means to remove a thin, outside layer from a vegetable using a knife.
(a) means to cut into small, irregular pieces.
(a) means to soak in a hot liquid.
(a) means to make thin, shallow cuts in meat to tenderize.
(a) means to remove the outer skin of a fruit with your fingers.
(a) means to cut into small bits with kitchen shears.
