Cereal Grains and Pastas Flashcards
Husk
Protects the grain from the environment
Bread typically contains what?
Gluten
Cake is typically what?
Gluten-free
What are two parts of the grain that are removed?
Pericarp and seed coat
Where are the starches stored?
Endosperm
Bran
an excellent source of fiber and minerals
The fibrous coating under the bran is called?
Aleurone layer
What is taken out when white flour is made?
Bran and aleurone layer
What is the basis of all flours?
Endosperm
In ____ white flour endosperm is separated from husk, bran, and germ
refined
Germ
Rich in fat
By ________ the starch part of the wheat, this grain can be a low-calorie, yet nutrient-dense food.
Eliminating
How is flour made?
Crushing endosperm into fine powder
________ are also important as a thickening agent.
Flours
Gluten gives the dough
strength and elasticity
Breakfast cereals are
Ready to eat grains
Other uses for cereal grains
Alcohol and animal feeds
U.S. grain consumption is mostly what?
refined grains
Gluten forms from the combination of what proteins?
Glutenin and Gliadin
Hard wheat grows when?
Winter
Soft wheat grows
Spring
Rye breads contain
more free sugars and dietary fibers
pseudo cereals
do not belong in the grass family
Ex: quinoa
Grain cereals in their natural form are ___________.
Indigestible
moisture is the biggest contributor to grain ___________.
deterioration
Storage of grains without germ
cool, dry area
egg noodles
5.5% by weight in eggs
cooked
Refrigerate
