FND Term 1 Flashcards
What is cross contamination?
Cross-contamination is the transfer of bacteria from one food to another. It can also be bacteria transfer from food to tools, equipment, or the food handler.
What is the danger zone?
The danger zone is where bacteria grow and multiply rapidly. The temperature of the danger zone is anywhere between 4c and 60c.
What is food poisoning?
Food poisoning is an illness caused by consuming food contaminated by bacteria, chemicals or biological or physical contamination.
What is sustainability?
Sustainability is fulfilling the needs of current generations while ensuring a balance between economic growth, environmental care, and social well-being.
What is ethics?
Ethics is the moral consequences of food choices made by both humans and animals.
What are the 7 food groups listed in the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating?
The 7 food groups are Protein (Lean meats and poultry), Grains, Vegetable, Fruit, Dairy, Only sometimes and in small amounts, and Only in small amounts.
What are 10 kitchen safety and hygiene rules? (pt.1)
- Tie your hair back before you start cooking.
- Frequently wash your hands while you are cooking.
- Always carry knives pointed down.
- Wipe up any spills immediately.
- Always walk in the kitchen, don’t run.
What is an example of protein?
Eggs, lean meats, legumes, meat substitutes nuts, etc.
What is an example of grains?
Cereal, wholegrain bread, wheat, rice, etc.
What is an example of vegetables?
Carrot, cucumber, lettuce, legumes, etc.
What is an example of fruit?
Apple, banana, kiwi fruit, pineapple, etc
What is an example of dairy?
Milk, yoghurt, cheese, etc.
What is an example of an only sometimes and in small amounts food?
Chips, chocolate, energy drinks, etc.
What is an example of an only in small amounts food?
Oil and fats.
What are 10 kitchen safety and hygiene rules? (pt.2)
- Wear an apron to avoid spilling ingredients on yourself or others.
- Remove unnecessary jewellery, e.g. non-religious bracelets and necklaces.
- Don’t wear fake nails when cooking.
- Wear closed in leather shoes, no mesh or holes.
- Separate the meat and allergy foods from the rest of the food to avoid cross contamination.
What is (tsp) an abbreviation for?
Teaspoon
What is (Fl oz) an abbreviation for?
Fluid ounces
What is (g) an abbreviation for?
Grams
What is (ml) an abbreviation for?
Millilitres
Beat
Make into a smooth mixture by stirring strongly.
Whip/Whisk
Beat into a frothy mixture.
Cream
Beat fat and sugar together until pale and creamy.
Rubbing In
Rubbing fat into flour until it all looks like breadcrumbs.