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    by Jane Norman, CFCS


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    Learning the Basics


    What you need to know before you cook!

    Know Your Kitchen


    Work Centers
    Appliances, Tools & Equipment

    How to Follow a Recipe


    Cooking & Mixing Terms
    Measuring & Abbreviations

    Personal & Food Safety


    Clean Up!

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    Know Your Kitchen


    Knowing your kitchen & tools helps you work
    efficiently.

    Work Centers for kitchen activities:


    Food Preparation & Storage
    Counter for preparing food.
    Refrigerator and cabinets for storing utensils and
    food.

    Cooking & Serving


    Stovetop and oven for cooking and baking.
    Cabinets and counter for tools and utensils.

    Clean Up
    Sink and dishwasher.
    Cabinets for storing dishes, tools, and utensils.

    Today kitchens may also have a planning work


    center with a computer, bookshelves and desk.
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    Kitchen Work Centers


    What do we do in the kitchen?
    Food uses
    of the
    kitchen:
    Storage
    Preparatio
    n
    Cooking
    Serving
    Clean up
    Planning

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    Kitchen Designs
    Goal: to save human energy and be more
    efficient.
    Learn the centers in your kitchen.
    Keep tools in the center where they are first used.
    Can you identify the shapes of the kitchens below?
    Where would each center be located?

    Centers:
    Storage

    or

    Preparatio
    n
    Cooking
    Serving
    Clean up
    Planning

    L-Shape
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    U-Shape

    One Wall or Two


    Walls
    (popular in apartments)

    Cooking Appliances
    Cooking methods are similar, however gas and electric
    appliances cook differently. Everyone has their
    favorite!
    phot
    o

    Gas

    Cooktop
    Cooking surface.

    Heats up instantly.
    High is very hot.

    Takes a few minutes.


    Temperature settings.

    Bake
    In the oven by dry heat.
    ready.

    Needs to preheat.
    2-3 minutes/100 degrees F.

    Needs to preheat.
    Timer goes off when

    Broil
    Cooking by direct heat.
    accordingly.

    Very hot - open flame.


    Hot top coils.
    Adjust broiler pan accordingly.
    Adjust racks
    Close door/watch carefully.

    Convection Bake
    Adjust time accordingly.
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    Circulates
    air/fast baking.

    Electric

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    Cooking Method

    Keep door ajar.

    Adjust time accordingly.

    Microwave Ovens
    Read the manual and know how to operate your
    microwave properly.

    Using & Caring for Microwave Ovens:


    Do not turn on a microwave when empty.
    Use only microwave safe cookware, like glass, ceramic,
    plastic and paper. Do not use metal cookware or wires or
    metallic-edged dishes.
    Clean the interior and exterior after use, including door
    seal.

    Safety Tips:
    Always use a hot pad, dishes become hot in the microwave
    from the food.
    Pierce certain foods before cooking (i.e. potatoes, hotdogs).
    Remove cover so steam flows away from your face.
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    Microwave Ovens
    Use your microwave to thaw, cook, reheat and
    save preparation time.

    Microwave Cooking Tips:


    The higher the wattage the shorter the cooking time.
    Vent one side of plastic wrap cover to allow moisture
    to escape.
    Standing time allows food to continue cooking.
    Use paper towels to prevent spattering.
    Stir during cooking time.
    Foods that need to boil, such as pasta, rice, lentils
    and dry beans, will not cook faster in a microwave.

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    Time-Saving Small Appliances


    Have you used the following?

    Waffle Iron

    Rice Cooker

    Bread Maker

    Blender

    Griddle

    Slow Cooker

    Toaster
    Cooker

    Deep Fryer

    Pressure

    Electric Mixer Food Processor


    How many more can you name?

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    Kitchen Equipment
    Cooking and baking tools and utensils save
    time and energy.

    Make sure all utensils are durable and


    are easy to clean.
    Learn how to use these tools for best results:

    Cutting & Serving


    Mixing
    Baking - in the oven
    Cooking - on the stovetop

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    Cutting & Serving Tools

    tongs

    knives

    vegetable peeler
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    grater

    can opener

    ladle

    serving

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    Mixing Tools
    Pancake Turner/Spatula

    Measuring Tools:

    Wooden Spoon

    Dry Measuring Cups

    Wire Whisk

    Liquid Measuring Cups

    Rubber Scraper

    Measuring Spoons

    Rotary Beater
    Pastry Blender
    Rolling Pin
    Mixing Bowls
    Strainer/Colander

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    Baking Tools
    bread/loaf pan
    cake pan
    cookie sheet
    muffin pan

    10 X 15
    baking pan
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    9 X 13
    rectangular

    pie pan

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    Cooking Tools

    saucepan

    small fry pan

    3-4 qt saucepan

    stock pot

    large fry pan


    stir fry pan
    (wok)

    roaster
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    casserole
    dishes

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    Know How To Follow A Recipe


    It is important to know some basic cooking terms
    and how to measure ingredients accurately when
    preparing foods.
    Most recipes list ingredients and directions in the
    order that they occur. Follow the recipe step-bystep.
    To Get Good Results From a Recipe:

    Read the recipe carefully.


    Get all utensils, tools and ingredients ready.
    Measure accurately.
    Mix as directed.
    Bake or cook the required time.

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    Measuring Dry Ingredients


    For dry ingredients including
    flour, sugar, and salt, use dry
    measuring cups & spoons.

    Heap
    Level

    dry measuring
    cups

    Empty

    measuring
    spoons
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    Measuring Solid Ingredients


    For solid ingredients including
    peanut butter, shortening and brown
    sugar use dry measuring cups.

    Pack
    Level
    Empty

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    Measuring Liquids
    For liquid ingredients including
    milk, water, oil, and juice, use
    liquid measuring cups.

    Set cup on a flat surface.


    Bend down to eye level
    and pour until the desired
    mark is reached.

    liquid measuring cup


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    Using Measuring Spoons


    Use measuring spoons to measure
    small amounts of dry and liquid
    ingredients. Do not use kitchen
    spoons, they are not accurate.
    How to measure the following:

    3/4 tsp. Salt


    3 tsp. Vanilla

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    Abbreviations
    Do you understand these abbreviations?

    teaspoon

    tsp. or t.

    Tablespoon

    Tbsp.or T.

    cup

    c.

    pint

    pt.

    quart

    qt.

    ounce

    oz.

    pound

    lb. or #

    few grains

    f.g.

    Fahrenheit

    Why do you think many recipes use abbreviations?


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    Equivalents
    From small to large measurements:

    1 Tbsp.

    3 tsp.

    1 c.

    16 Tbsp.

    2 c.

    1 pt.

    4 c.

    1 qt.

    16 c.

    1 gal.

    2 pt.

    1 qt.

    4 qt.

    1 gal.

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    Cooking Terms
    Recipes use a variety of terms to describe
    exactly how to handle ingredients.

    If a recipe states, pare an apple, then


    slice and dice it. What do you do?
    Review the following cooking terms and
    see how many you know.

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    Cooking Terms
    Just a few of hundreds of terms:

    Cutting & Peeling:


    Core

    Cube

    Chop

    Pare

    Dice

    Slice

    Peel

    Mince

    Mixing:
    Beat

    Fold

    Combine

    Blend

    Stir

    Strain

    Cream

    Whip

    Cut in

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    Cooking Terms
    Using the Stovetop:
    Baste

    Fry

    Brown

    Boil

    Simmer

    Stir-Fry

    Braise

    Saut

    Preheat

    Using The Oven:


    Bake

    Roast

    Broil

    Grill

    Preheat

    Using The Microwave:


    Cooking Time
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    Rotate

    Standing Time

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    Safety in the Kitchen


    A Must When Cooking!
    Did you know that more accidents happen in the
    kitchen than any other room in the house?
    Safety can be divided into two very important
    areas:

    Personal Safety in the kitchen.


    Food Safety - preventing food-borne
    illnesses.

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    Personal Safety
    Many kitchen accidents are due to lack of
    information or carelessness.

    Chemical poisoning, cuts, burns, fires and falls


    are the most common of these accidents.
    Electric shock and choking follow close
    behind.
    You can prevent many accidents by:

    Properly using and caring for equipment.


    Noticing and correcting potential dangers.
    Being organized and following directions.
    Keeping your kitchen clean.
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    Food Safety
    Preventing Food-Borne Illnesses:

    A food-borne illness is an illness transmitted by


    food.
    Millions of cases of food-borne illnesses occur in
    the U.S. each year. Many go unreported because
    people mistake their symptoms for the flu.
    A food borne illness can result in one of two ways:

    Contaminants substances that have


    accidentally gotten into food.
    Bacteria micro-organisms that multiply and
    under certain conditions can cause people to get
    sick.
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    Ways To Prevent Food-borne


    Illness
    Sanitation Keep yourself and your kitchen
    clean.
    What are things you should be doing before you
    cook for personal and kitchen cleanliness?

    Washhandswith
    hot,soapywater.

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    Scrubhands,wrist
    andfingernailsfor
    atleast20seconds.

    Rinsewith
    hotwater.

    Drywitha
    papertowel.

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    Handle Food Properly


    Prepare foods as directed and properly clean them.

    What are things you should remember when


    preparing foods? i.e., fruits, vegetables,
    meats such as chicken, beef, dairy products?
    Store food at correct temperatures. Know the
    Danger Zone for certain foods!
    The Danger Zone is the temperature range of
    40 - 140 F. where certain foods could begin to
    develop harmful bacteria.
    Dont keep these foods longer than 2 hours
    at room temperature.
    What foods should not be kept in the Danger Zone
    for too long?

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    What About The Dishes?


    How to Wash Dishes Properly:

    Scrape extra food into the garbage.


    Prepare your water, make sure its very
    warm, and has enough soap to clean your
    dishes.
    Wash glasses first, then silverware, plates,
    and cups. Wash pots and pan last, they
    will make the water greasy.
    Dry dishes and put away.
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    Now Youre Ready To Cook


    Plan ahead know your recipe(s) and
    what ingredients and tools you need.
    You may want to develop a time plan.

    Get everything youll need out ahead of


    time and be organized.
    Measure ingredients carefully and follow
    the recipe directions step-by-step.
    Wash your hands before and after
    handling foods and clean up as you go.
    When finished, wash, dry and put away
    the tools and utensils.
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    Youre the Expert!


    Select one of the following to practice what you have
    learned:

    Make a personal safety check list.


    Make a chart explaining how the following foods
    should be handled/stored.
    Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
    Dairy Products/Eggs
    Chicken/Beef

    Select a cooking term and explain or demonstrate its


    definition.
    Choose a kitchen tool or utensil and explain what it is
    used for and demonstrate its use.
    Demonstrate the proper way to measure dry, solid
    and liquid ingredients.
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    Kitchen Basics Review


    Answer the following questions:

    1. Name three work centers in a kitchen.


    2. Label the following tools.
    (Show examples.)

    3. Name the two main types of cooking


    that are done with the stove.
    4. How would you measure the following
    ingredients?
    Flour
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    Brown Sugar

    1 tsp. Vanilla

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    Kitchen Basics Review


    5. What are the abbreviations for the
    following?
    Teaspoon

    Ounces

    Tablespoon

    Quart

    6. Define the following cooking terms:


    Pare

    Blend

    Simmer

    Combine

    Boil

    Whip

    Bake
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    Kitchen Basics Review


    7. Give two examples of how you can
    prevent accidents in the kitchen?
    8. What are food-borne illnesses?
    9. What happens when perishable foods
    are kept too long in the Danger
    Zone?
    10. How do you wash dishes by hand?

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    Online Resources
    Suggested web sites appropriate for the Kitchen
    Basics:

    http://consumerreports.org
    Detailed information and comparisons on appliances.

    http://allrecipes.com
    Recipes.

    http://www.bettycrocker.com
    Details on equipment, terms, reading a recipe, food safety
    as well as many other kitchen aids.

    http://ichef.com
    Recipes.

    http://www.agr.state.us/cgber/kidswrld/foodsafe
    Information for kids on food safety, games to play, on line
    quizzes and links to nutrition web sites.
    Please note that web sites are constantly changing and being
    updated.
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