PREPARING CEREALS AND STARCH DISHES Flashcards

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Any of several variously shaped edible preparations made from a flour and water dough, such as spaghetti.

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Pasta

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A white crystalline substance found in animals tissues and various foods.

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Cholesterol

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It’s soft and light

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Fluffy

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This is a fiber-associated compounds found in many plant families and common foods.

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Lignans

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Cholesterol is normally synthesized by the ___________ and important as a constituent of _____________________ and precursor to ______________________.

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liver, cell membrane, steroid hormones

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The highest concentrations of dietary lignans are found in _____________ as ____________________________.

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flaxseed, secoisolariciresinol diglucoside

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A plant-derived chemical that is not considered an essential nutrient in the human diet but it is believed to have beneficial health effects.

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Phytochemical

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The germ, endosperm, and bran is what makes the _____________ very healthy.

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whole grain

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Any numerous substances occurring in plants, that form stable foams with water.

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Saponin

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These are the seeds of certain grasses.

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Grains

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The harvested seed of grasses.

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Grains

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It is any grass cultivated for its edible grain.

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Cereals

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These are grown in greater quantities and provide more food energy worldwide than any other type of crop and are therefore staple crops.

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Cereals

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Types of whole grains (slide 8)

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  • Whole meal or whole grain
  • Breads or crisp breads
  • Dark seed breads
  • Whole grain breakfast cereals
  • Wheat germ
  • Brown rice
  • Puffed whole grains
  • Bulgur
  • Quinoa
  • Couscous
  • Popcorn
  • Oatmeal
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Types of grains (slide 8)

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  • Wheat
  • Barley
  • Oat
  • Rye
  • Corn
  • Rice
  • Millet
  • Triticale
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Types of Cereals (slide 8)

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  • Cake
  • Desserts
  • White bread
  • Pasta
  • Muffins
  • Sweet or savory biscuits
  • Refined grain breakfast cereals
  • White rice
  • Pancakes
  • Waffles
  • Pizza
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A commonly known whole grain with great potential in recipes.

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Wheat

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A hearty grain with a beautiful nutty flavor.

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Barley

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A classic addition to soups and stews.

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Barley

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If you want to pack even more nutrients into recipes that call for barley, opt for __________ or _________________.

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hulled or whole barley

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An extremely versatile item to have in your pantry.

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Oats

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It can be added to sweet and savory meals alike.

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Oats

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A popular gluten-free grain.

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Rice

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It is versatile as a complementary ingredient in a number of dishes across cuisines.

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Rice

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It is higher in fiber, vitamins, and minerals than most whole grains.
Rye
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Its distinct earthy flavor, along with its high gluten content, make it one of the most favored grains for bread-making.
Rye
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Corn is rich in ____________, mainly _________ and can be woven into a number of __________.
antioxidants, vitamin C, recipes
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It has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, becoming many foodies' go-to side due to its nutritional benefits.
Quinoa
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A commonly overlooked as a member of the grain family due to many refined corn products.
Corn
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A great healthy substitute in lieu of other refined grains.
Quinoa
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The dried, ground, precooked kernels of durum wheat.
Bulgur
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It is most known for being the main ingredient in Middle Eastern dishes.
Bulgur
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An ancient Italian whole grain that's similar in flavor and texture to barley.
Farro
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Farro is the star of many ____________ dishes such as _____________________.
Tuscan, hearty zuppa di farro
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Freekeh is a Middle Eastern grain derived from ______________________.
green durum wheat
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It is harvested when the wheat is younger.
Freekeh
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It dates back to the time of the Aztecs.
Amaranth
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Amaranth became popular recently for its?
Lack of gluten
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9 essential amino acids
- Histidine - Isoleucine - Leucine - Lysine - Methionine - Phenylalanine - Tryptophan - Threonine - Valine
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Biosynthesis of proteins
Histidine
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Helps to make hemoglobin
Isoleucine
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Protein synthesis, tissue regeneration, and metabolism
Leucine
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For proper growth, and a nutrient responsible for converting fatty acids into energy and helping lower cholesterol.
Lysine
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Help protect the body from damage caused by ionizing radiation.
Methionine
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It may detoxify harmful substances in the body.
Methionine
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Improve memory and learning ability.
Phenylalanine
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Help to make melatonin and serotonin.
Tryptophan
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Helps maintain the proper protein balance in the body.
Threonine
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Helps stimulate muscle growth and regeneration and energy production.
Valine
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An ancient grain commonly found and used in German cuisine.
Spelt
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It closely resembles farro and can be used in recipes that would typically call for it.
Spelt
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These are small, triangular that deliver a nutty, bitter flavor along with antioxidants and fatty acids.
Buckwheat
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A gluten-free millet grain can be found in __________, _______, __________, or ________ varieties.
yellow, red, white, or grey
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_________________ before you cook it completely bring out the flavor of the grain and add more depth to your recipes.
Toasting millet
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It is common in Indian dishes.
Millet
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It can be milled into flour for baked goods, though it is not ideal for bread.
Buckwheat
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Khorasan's other term
kamut
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A grain derived from Egypt that is high in vitamin E and protein.
Khorasan
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It is the main part of the grain.
Endosperm
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It is the outer layer of the grain.
Bran
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It is the smallest part of the grain.
Germ
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Why do we need to eat more whole grain foods? (3)
- Fuel for the body - Fuel for the mind - Early disease prevention
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Benefits of whole grain cereals
- Low in saturated fat, but is a source of polyunsaturated fats - Cholesterol-free - High in both soluble and insoluble fiber, and resistant starch - An excellent source of carbohydrates - Significant source of protein - good source of b-group vitamins - source of many minerals - good source of antioxidants
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5 protective chemicals in whole grains
- Lignans - Phytic acid - Saponins, Phytosterols, Squalene, Oryzanol, and Tocotrienols - Phenolic compounds - Phytosterols
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These can lower the risk of coronary heart disease, and slow or turn back cancers in animals.
Lignans
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It reduces the GI of food, which is important for people with diabetes.
Phytic acid
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These have been found to lower blood cholesterol.
Saponins, Phytosterols, Squalene, Oryzanol, and Tocotrienols
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These have antioxidant effects.
Phenolic compounds
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These are compounds found naturally in plants that are structurally similar to cholesterol.
Phytosterols
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An odorless, tasteless, white substance occurring widely in plant tissues and obtained chiefly from cereals and potatoes.
Starch
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It usually involve cutting out most starchy foods.
Low-carb diets
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Starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, cereals, rice, and pasta should make up about _____ of the food you eat.
1/3
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Starch contains (4):
fiber calcium iron B-vitamins
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It is only found in foods that come from plants.
Fiber
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The body cannot digest this type of fiber so it passes through the gut and helps other food to move through the gut more easily.
Insoluble fiber
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It is a type of fiber that can be partly digested and may help reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood.
Soluble fiber
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It is perfect as a warming breakfast.
Porridge
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Try _____________ for lunch, and eat its skin for even more fiber.
Jacket potato
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It makes a very tasty rice salad.
Brown rice
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4 types of starchy foods
- Potatoes - Rice and grains - Bread - Pasta
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These are great choice of starchy food, and a good source of energy, fiber, vitamins, and potassium.
Potatoes
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These are an excellent choice of starchy food.
Rice and grains
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They are low in fat, good value for money, and give energy to the body.
Rice and grains
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Rice and grains also contains:
- Protein - Fiber - B-vitamins
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This is a healthy choice to eat especially whole, granary, brown meal, and seeded varieties as part of a balanced diet.
Bread
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Pasta consists of dough made from __________, _________, __________ and contains _________ and __________, as well as a small amount of ___________.
durum, wheat, water, iron, B-vitamins, sodium
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This expiration date indicates that you've got until the end of this date to use or freeze the food before it becomes to risky to eat.
Use by
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This expiration date indicates that you can eat the food past this date but it might not be at its best quality.
Best before