Baking Basics and Blueberry Muffins

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Questions and Answers

Spoon the ingredient into a dry measuring cup. Level off the top with a straight edge. This is the proper way to measure:

Oil or milk

Flour (correct)

Brown sugar

Salt

The correct way to measure butter is:

Pack firmly in a dry measuring cup and level. Use a rubber scraper to get it out. (correct)

Sift if needed. Pour into a dry cup and level.

Squash lumps. Dip in measuring spoon and level.

Cut on lines printed on the wrapper.

An example of a 'quick bread' is:

Pretzel and pizza dough

Chocolate chip muffins

Both A & B (correct)

None of the above

An example of a leavening agent is:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

The proper utensil that is placed to the left of the dinner plate is the:

Fork Signup and view all the answers

The basic ingredient for all of the baked products that we made was:

Flour Signup and view all the answers

What is a good tip to remember when cooking in a kitchen?

Clean as you work (put things in the sink). Signup and view all the answers

A good recipe should give you all of the following except:

The cost of ingredients Signup and view all the answers

Harmful bacteria found in food is called:

Contaminated food Signup and view all the answers

The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another is called:

Cross contamination Signup and view all the answers

How many ingredients are needed for the Blueberry Muffins recipe?

10 Signup and view all the answers

Which ingredient is needed in the largest amount?

Flour Signup and view all the answers

Which ingredient is needed in the smallest amount?

Salt Signup and view all the answers

What are two preparation tasks that must be done before mixing the ingredients?

Preheat the oven, Grease the muffin cups Signup and view all the answers

What is the baking temperature?

400°F Signup and view all the answers

How long does this food need to bake?

20-25 minutes Signup and view all the answers

How many servings will this recipe make?

12 muffins Signup and view all the answers

Identify and describe the use of a piece of kitchen equipment.

Example: Whisk - Used to blend ingredients and incorporate air into mixtures. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Measuring

To measure flour correctly, spoon it into a dry measuring cup and level off the top with a straight edge.
Pack butter firmly into a dry measuring cup and level. Use a rubber scraper to remove.

Ingredients

Yeast, baking soda, and baking powder are examples of leavening agents.
All baked products require flour as a primary ingredient.

Kitchen Safety

Wash most kitchen utensils rather than simply rinsing them.
Clean as you work to prevent contamination.
Clean counter tops frequently.

Food Safety

Harmful bacteria in food is called contaminated food.
The transfer of bacteria from one food to another is called cross contamination.

Recipe Terms

"Yield" means the quantity produced.
"Fold in" means gently incorporating ingredients, usually with a spatula, to preserve air bubbles.

Blueberry Muffin Recipe

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
The recipe calls for 8 ingredients: 1 egg, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 cup milk, 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 cup oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 cups flour, and 3/4 cup blueberries.
The recipe makes 12 servings (muffins).
Grease the bottoms of 12 muffin cups before baking.
Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until golden brown.
The largest amount of ingredient needed is flour, while the smallest amount is salt.

Kitchen Equipment

Examples will be provided in class.

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Description

Test your knowledge on essential baking techniques, kitchen safety, and food safety practices. This quiz covers key recipe terms and provides a detailed blueberry muffin recipe to work with. Perfect for both novice and experienced bakers looking to brush up on their skills!