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A small grease fire erupts on the stovetop. Which action is MOST appropriate for extinguishing the fire?
A small grease fire erupts on the stovetop. Which action is MOST appropriate for extinguishing the fire?
- Pour water directly onto the flames to quickly cool the oil.
- Cover the pot with a metal lid to smother the flames and turn off the burner. (correct)
- Use a Class B fire extinguisher, aiming at the base of the fire.
- Immediately move the pot outside to prevent the fire from spreading indoors.
Which of the following describes the most significant risk associated with the 'danger zone' in food safety?
Which of the following describes the most significant risk associated with the 'danger zone' in food safety?
- Nutrient loss accelerates, reducing the food's nutritional value but not necessarily making it unsafe.
- Food becomes discolored and unappetizing, affecting its marketability.
- Enzymatic reactions cause the food to spoil quickly, leading to unpleasant flavors and textures.
- Harmful bacteria multiply rapidly, increasing the risk of foodborne illness. (correct)
When using a chef's knife, what technique ensures both safety and efficiency?
When using a chef's knife, what technique ensures both safety and efficiency?
- Maintain constant contact between the knife tip and the cutting board, using a rocking motion. (correct)
- Use short, stabbing motions to quickly dice ingredients.
- Apply maximum pressure with the knife to force through tough ingredients.
- Lift the knife completely off the cutting board with each chop, ensuring a clean cut.
To minimize the risk of cross-contamination when preparing a meal, which practice is MOST critical?
To minimize the risk of cross-contamination when preparing a meal, which practice is MOST critical?
Considering both nutrient retention and flavor, which cooking method is generally BEST for preserving the nutritional value of vegetables while enhancing their taste?
Considering both nutrient retention and flavor, which cooking method is generally BEST for preserving the nutritional value of vegetables while enhancing their taste?
A recipe calls for 2 cups of firmly packed brown sugar. Which technique ensures the MOST accurate measurement?
A recipe calls for 2 cups of firmly packed brown sugar. Which technique ensures the MOST accurate measurement?
When multiple dishes need to be prepared, what is the MOST efficient approach to estimate the overall time required in the kitchen?
When multiple dishes need to be prepared, what is the MOST efficient approach to estimate the overall time required in the kitchen?
When passing a chef's knife to another person in a kitchen environment, which method is considered MOST safe and professional?
When passing a chef's knife to another person in a kitchen environment, which method is considered MOST safe and professional?
Considering energy efficiency and vitamin retention, which cooking method is generally MOST suitable for vegetables grown above ground, such as leafy greens?
Considering energy efficiency and vitamin retention, which cooking method is generally MOST suitable for vegetables grown above ground, such as leafy greens?
Which characteristic distinguishes bacterial spores from bacterial toxins in the context of food safety?
Which characteristic distinguishes bacterial spores from bacterial toxins in the context of food safety?
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How to put out a grease fire?
How to put out a grease fire?
Cover the pot with a lid to smother the flames. Turn off the heat source. Never use water.
What is the danger zone?
What is the danger zone?
Temperature range (40°F-140°F) in which bacteria grow rapidly.
Nutrient Value
Nutrient Value
The nutritional content of a food, including vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients.
How to cut with a chef's knife?
How to cut with a chef's knife?
Grip the knife handle firmly, curl fingers of your guiding hand inward, and use a rocking motion.
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How to hold a knife when walking?
How to hold a knife when walking?
Keep the knife pointed down, blade facing behind you.
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What does PASS stand for?
What does PASS stand for?
Stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep; used for operating a fire extinguisher.
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At what temperature are bacteria killed?
At what temperature are bacteria killed?
Temperatures above 165°F will kill most harmful bacteria.
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Caloric Density
Caloric Density
The amount of calories in a food relative to its weight or volume.
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Cross-Contamination
Cross-Contamination
The transfer of harmful bacteria from one food to another.
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Prep, Cook, and Total Time
Prep, Cook, and Total Time
Time to prepare ingredients, time to cook, and the total duration for the recipe.
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Fire Safety
- Never use water on grease fires—smother with a lid or baking soda instead.
- Suffocate pot fires by covering with a lid.
- Turn off the oven and keep the door closed to extinguish oven fires.
- PASS: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep—the steps for using a fire extinguisher.
Food Safety
- The temperature danger zone for bacterial growth is 40°F to 140°F (4°C to 60°C).
- Temperatures above 165°F (74°C) generally kill bacteria.
- Freezing either slows or stops bacterial growth, but doesn't always kill bacteria.
- "Nutrient value" is how much a food's essential nutrients measure up against its calories.
- "Caloric density" is the number of calories relative to a food's weight or volume.
Knife Handling
- Curl fingers inward while using a chef's knife to guide the blade, thumb tucked behind knuckles.
- Always point the knife down when walking, blade facing behind and close to your side.
- Pass knives by setting them on a flat surface for the other person to pick up.
Food Preparation
- Heat and moisture typically cause changes in food necessary for consumption.
- Cleaning, separating, cooking, and chilling are the four methods to reduce food contamination.
- Cross-contamination is the transfer of bacteria from one food to another.
Foodborne Illnesses
- E. coli is bacteria that can cause severe intestinal infections, often from undercooked beef or contaminated produce.
- Salmonella is bacteria that can cause diarrhea, fever, and cramps, typically from raw or undercooked poultry, eggs, and meat.
- Listeria is bacteria that can cause serious infections, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems, and is found in deli meats and unpasteurized dairy.
- Toxoplasma gondii is a parasite causing toxoplasmosis, which poses risks to pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems, and is found in undercooked meat and cat feces.
- Botulism is a rare but serious illness from Clostridium botulinum toxin, often in improperly canned foods.
- A bacterial spore is a resistant, dormant form of bacteria.
- A toxin is a poisonous substance from living organisms that can cause illness or death.
Cooking Methods
- Start vegetables grown below ground (potatoes, carrots) in cold water, while those grown above ground (broccoli, green beans) go into boiling water.
- Dry cooking: baking, roasting, grilling, and broiling.
- Wet cooking: boiling, steaming, poaching, and simmering.
- Cooking in fat: sautéing, stir-frying, pan-frying, and deep-frying.
- Steaming retains the most nutrients, as food isn't submerged in water.
- Cookware is used on the stovetop; bakeware is for oven use.
First Aid
- To use an EpiPen, remove the safety cap, press firmly against the outer thigh until it clicks, and hold for a few seconds.
- When someone is choking, perform the Heimlich maneuver: stand behind, wrap arms around their waist, make a fist above their navel, and thrust inward and upward.
Measurement
- Spoon flour lightly into a measuring cup and level it off.
- Measure butter by wrapper markings or pack firmly into a measuring cup, eliminating air.
- Pour chocolate chips into a measuring cup and level.
- Pack brown sugar firmly into a measuring cup and level.
- Pour granulated sugar into a measuring cup and level.
Recipe Terminology
- Prep time: preparation of ingredients and equipment for a recipe.
- Cook time: the duration food needs to be cooked.
- Total time: prep time plus cook time.
- Yield: amount of food the recipe makes.
Kitchen Equipment and Safety
- Kitchens utilize knives, cutting boards, blenders, and food processors.
- Each piece of equipment has its own safety considerations, like knife handling or safe usage of blenders and food processors.
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