Intro to Culinary Arts Final Exam Study Guide Quiz
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Intro to Culinary Arts Final Exam Study Guide Quiz

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How long can food be in the TDZ (temperature danger zone)?

4 hours

What famous Chef in history is credited with creating the Kitchen Brigade System still used today?

Auguste Escoffier

What does the acronym FATTOM stand for?

Food Acidity Time Temperature Oxygen Moisture

Which degree of burns causes small blisters to form on the skin?

<p>2nd degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Kitchen Brigade System, who is second in command and can fill in for the Executive Chef?

<p>Sous Chef</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a can of food is rusty around the lid?

<p>Discard it immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Food Temperature Danger Zone range?

<p>41-135 degrees F</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the most used knife in a commercial kitchen?

<p>Chef’s Knife</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which piece of preparation equipment uses an internal fan to rotate the heat?

<p>Convection oven</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which knife is used to trim the peel or skin from smaller fruits and vegetables?

<p>Paring knife</p> Signup and view all the answers

What material is used to make most commercial kitchen equipment?

<p>Stainless steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do you say when walking with a knife in a kitchen or lab?

<p>“Walking sharp.”</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a steel that comes in a knife block set?

<p>Maintains the knife’s sharp edge and hones the blade</p> Signup and view all the answers

What cooking technique is often used to sear foods relatively quickly over an open flame?

<p>Grilling</p> Signup and view all the answers

What dry heat cooking method is generally done with small cuts of vegetables and meat that cook relatively quickly?

<p>Sautéing</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you chew gum while cooking in a kitchen or restaurant setting?

<p>NEVER</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to any dry ingredient to ensure an accurate measurement?

<p>Level Off</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the formula used to increase or decrease the yield of a standardized recipe?

<p>Conversion Factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What temperature must chicken reach to kill Salmonella bacteria?

<p>165 degrees F</p> Signup and view all the answers

What part of a standardized recipe tells the number of servings or portions the recipe produces?

<p>Yield</p> Signup and view all the answers

What smallwares would be used to scrape a mixing bowl thoroughly?

<p>Rubber scraper/spatula</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is second in command in the Kitchen Brigade System and can fill in for the Executive Chef?

<p>Sous Chef</p> Signup and view all the answers

What temperature must chicken reach to kill Salmonella bacteria?

<p>165 degrees F</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 4 moist heat cooking methods?

<p>Steaming, Poaching, Boiling, Simmering</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to any dry ingredient to ensure an accurate measurement?

<p>Level it off</p> Signup and view all the answers

What online resource shows the recommended proportion of foods you should eat daily from each food group?

<p>MyPlate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of knife cut results in a 1/8-inch thick matchstick cut?

<p>Julienne</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym HACCP stand for?

<p>Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points</p> Signup and view all the answers

Standardized recipes help to control costs, quality, and consistency of a product. True or False.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What temperature must chicken reach to kill Salmonella bacteria?

<p>165 degrees F</p> Signup and view all the answers

1 pint = _2 c.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what direction should you cut when using a chef’s knife. Away from you

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

To accurately measure 8 oz. of butter for baking cookies, you should use a: Scale or the measurements on the package.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the ideal time to clean during a cooking lab. As you go.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many tablespoons are in 1 ounce?

<p>Two (2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for finding the conversion factor in a recipe?

<p>New Yield divided by the Old Yield</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym FIFO stand for in the context of food products?

<p>First In, First Out</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the FIFO system, why are the oldest food products used first?

<p>To prevent wastage of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which smallware is designed for cutting in fat to flour?

<p>Pastry Blender</p> Signup and view all the answers

What cooking technique uses a closed environment filled with vaporized water?

<p>Boiling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Food Safety and Kitchen Essentials

  • Food should not be left in the Temperature Danger Zone (TDZ) for more than 4 hours.
  • The TDZ is between 40°F and 140°F (4°C and 60°C).
  • Chef Georges Auguste Escoffier is credited with creating the Kitchen Brigade System.

Kitchen Hierarchy and Equipment

  • In the Kitchen Brigade System, the Sous Chef is second in command and can fill in for the Executive Chef.
  • A Chef's knife is the most used knife in a commercial kitchen.
  • A stand mixer is an example of equipment that uses an internal fan to rotate the heat.
  • A paring knife is used to trim the peel or skin from smaller fruits and vegetables.
  • Most commercial kitchen equipment is made of stainless steel.
  • When walking with a knife in a kitchen or lab, say "Behind!" to warn others.
  • The steel in a knife block set is used to maintain the sharpness of knives.

Cooking Techniques and Measurements

  • Searing foods over an open flame is a cooking technique that quickly cooks the surface.
  • Dry heat cooking methods include grilling, broiling, roasting, and sautéing.
  • Chewing gum is not allowed while cooking in a kitchen or restaurant setting.
  • Dry ingredients must be sifted or aerated to ensure accurate measurements.
  • The formula to increase or decrease the yield of a standardized recipe is: (New Yield / Old Yield) × Old Ingredient Quantity.

Recipe and Measurement Essentials

  • The yield of a standardized recipe tells the number of servings or portions the recipe produces.
  • A rubber spatula is used to scrape a mixing bowl thoroughly.
  • 1 pint is equal to 2 cups.
  • A chef's knife should be cut away from the body for safety.

Food Safety and Quality Control

  • Chicken must reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to kill Salmonella bacteria.
  • HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, a system for ensuring food safety.
  • FIFO stands for First-In, First-Out, a system where the oldest food products are used first to maintain quality.
  • The ChooseMyPlate online resource shows the recommended proportion of foods to eat daily from each food group.

Measurement Conversion

  • 1 ounce is equal to 2 tablespoons.
  • The formula for finding the conversion factor in a recipe is: (New Quantity / Old Quantity) × Old Ingredient Quantity.

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Test your knowledge of food safety and culinary basics with this study guide for an Intro to Culinary Arts final exam. Topics covered include the FATTOM acronym, temperature danger zone, and examples of time and temperature abuse in food preparation. Perfect for students and aspiring chefs.

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