short answer Flashcards
list 3 things that can be done at the grocery store to ensure the food that you buy is safe
-dont buy cans with holes, dents and piercings
-check your expiry date
-buy cold and hot foods last
list the 3 main storage areas, give the temperature range and one “tip” for each
fridge- 0-4 celsius, place raw meat, fish and poultry on the lower shelves
freezer- less than -28 celsius, wrap and date foods prior to putting it in the freezer
dry storage area- less than 28 celsius, do not store food near heat producing appliances, mold and bacteria love warmth and moisture
list the 2 different types of cutting boards and the uses for each
wood: fruits and veggies, cooked meat and baked goods
plastic/glass: meat poultry and fish
what should the internal temperature of meat be
160-180
discuss 5 things that one could do to ensure the food they prepare is safe to consume
-do not use the same plate that you marinated food in to serve after cooking- bacteria will cross-contaminate
-always wash hands
-use clean utensils to cook food
-make sure food is defrosting in the sink
- Don’t wear nail polish
list 3 ways to put out a grease fire
smother the fire, fire blanket, fire extinguisher
describe 5 personal hygiene rules
tie your hair back, wash hands, avoid nail polish, cover cuts with a bandage, wear a clean apron
why do we use sulphites?
Are preservatives that are added to food to increases their shelf life
list and explain the 6 reasons for eating
physical needs, psychological needs, hunger, prestige, senses, social needs
what affect out food choices and habits (7)
geography, technology, religion, peers, family, media, available resources
geography
availability of food depended on a variety of conditions
technology
increases your options and affects your choices through food supply, transportation of food and preparation
religion
members of a faith usually have a common set of beliefs and follow specific practices
peers
influence what you eat and where you eat
family
food customs represent cultural backgrounds and people are more comfortable with food they are familiar with