Doughs

Question 1

What is a Dough?

Answer 1

A dough is a flour mixture containing more flour than liquid in a proportion which enables the product to be handled or kneaded

Question 2

How can dough vary?

Answer 2

Doughs vary based on consistency, the amount of handling required, the method of mixing and the raising agents used

Question 3

What are the three types of dough?

Answer 3

The three types of dough are Quick breads, pastry and breads

Question 4

What are quick breads and three examples of quick breads?

Answer 4

Quick Breads are bread-like products that are used in place of bread. Examples: Muffins, Festival and Fried Dumplings

Question 5

What are breads and four examples of breads?

Answer 5

Bread is a staple food made from a soft dough with yeast used as the raising agent. Examples: Raisin bread, Dinner rolls, Coco bread and cornbread

Question 6

What is a pastry and four examples of pastries?

Answer 6

A Pastry is a mixture made by mixing flour, salt, fat and water. Examples: Plantain Tarts, Gizzada, Patty and Sausage Rolls

Question 7

What is Cookie Dough?

Answer 7

Cookie Dough is a thick malleable mixture made with flour, butter, sugar, salt, vanilla and eggs and It may contain leavening ingredients such as baking powder