FoodTech- The Baker

3 safety rules for the kitchen

-       Hold the knife facing away from yourself and a person to make sure you don’t stab someone

-       Always wear oven mitt when removing things from the oven to prevent burns

-       Make sure you do not put water near electric cooking supplies, so you don’t get electrocuted or start a fire

3 Hygiene Rules for the kitchen

-       Wash your hands

-       Tie your hair up

-       Avoid cross-contamination

1.      What is cross contamination and how does it happen?

Cross-contamination is the transfer of harmful bacteria, viruses, allergens, or toxins from one food to another.

Why do we cook food?

We cook food to make it safe to eat, easier to digest, kills harmful bacteria and much tastier.

How does cooking change food?

Cooking changes the flavor, texture, breaks down fibers and protein and kills bacteria.

Why can some foods be eaten raw?

Because they don’t contain harmful bacteria.

Which flour has the most fibre?

Whole meal flour

Describe the difference between plain flour and wholemeal flour.

The whole meal flour uses the whole kernel, but the plain flour only uses the endosperm.

What is the extra ingredient in self-raising flour?

Baking powder

What is the purpose of self-raising flour in baking?

It makes your food rise.

What is the main function of sugar in baking?

acts as a tenderizer, moisture retainer, and structural builder plus adding flavor and tesxture to the food.

What conditions does yeast need to grow?

-Moisture

-Warmth

-Oxygen.

What ingredient feeds yeast during cooking?

Sugar