facs Flashcards
temperature danger zone
40-140
guidelines for cooling food before storing it
within two hours food should be cooled from cooking temp (135 deg-70 deg)
cooking methods
boiling, steaming, roasting, saute
which food group is popcorn, rice, and crackers?
carbohydrates
main source of energy
carbohydrates
what is found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables that aids in healthy digestion?
vitamins
daily intake to meet sufficient nutrient needs of nearly all healthy individuals
recommended daily allowance
what does protein provide?
regulates body, builds and repairs tissues
how much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?
50%
6 essential nutrients
proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, water
example of nutrient deficiency
scurvy
example of good food source of protein
fish and seafood
standard measuring spoons
1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1 tbsp
standard measuring cups
1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 1 cup
what fats are solid at room temp and should be enjoyed in moderation?
saturated fats
how long should you wash your hands for?
20 seconds
define roast and give an example
dry heat used on all sides, potatoes
define saute and give an example
to fry foods in small amounts of fat, onions
what is the difference between a rolling boil and a simmer?
rolling boil - vigorous, bubbling boil with more action and more heat
simmer - gently bubbling liquid with less heat
functions of fats in baking
gives tenderness and flavor
functions of flour in baking
provides structure
what common vitamin is found in cantaloupe, orange carrots, and sweet potatoes?
vitamin c
name the 5 parts of a recipe
yield, ingredients and amounts, directions, equipment, time and temp
for which group of people does foodborne illness pose the greatest health risk?
people with weaker immune systems, pregnant women, older people
1/4 cup is equal to how many tablespoons?
4
how many tablespoons are in a teaspoon?
0.3_
what is the abbreviation for tablespoon?
tbsp
substitution for buttermilk
white vinegar
what does a grain need to be considered a whole grain?
bran, germ, and endosperm