Recipe Terms part 1
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knead |
mix; work dough; mix and work into a uniform mass (with the hands); Ex. knead dough |
cream |
blending a softened fat (room temp butter or shortening) with sugar |
beat |
To beat rapidly with a wire whisk, beater or mixer to incorporate air to lighten and increase volume |
mix |
To combine two or more ingredients into one mass by stirring or beating them |
chop |
cut into pieces |
grate |
to shred food into coarse pieces by rubbing it on the teeth of a utensil or rough surface |
julienne |
cut into long thin strips |
mince |
cut into small pieces |
pare |
to remove the skin of a fruit or vegetable |
To
mix ingredients by lifting them gently and turning them back into
the container.
Nutrition Vocabulary
Термины |
Определения |
health |
the general condition of body and mind |
balanced diet |
a diet that contains adequate amounts of all the necessary nutrients required for healthy growth and activity. EATING FROM ALL THE FOOD GROUPS |
nutrition |
a source of materials to nourish the body |
meat |
a source of protein- part of the five food groups |
milk |
a source of calcium- part of the five food groups (dairy) |
grain |
a source of energy- part of the five food groups |
fruit |
helps heal cuts/wounds--part of the five food groups. Has seeds |
vegetable |
helps eyesight--part of the five food groups |
dairy |
includes milk products (cheese/yogurt/ice cream)--one of the five food groups. Strong bones and teeth |
nutrient |
a substance in food that provides energy or helps form body tissues and that is necessary for life and growth. |
protein |
needed to build and repair body structures and to regulate processes in the body/Meat food group |
carbohydrate |
major source of energy for the human body |
vitamin |
nutrients that must be in your diet, needed to maintain health |
calcium |
A mineral that is needed for bone growth, teeth development, and many other functions |
portion |
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal |
serving size |
how much you are suppose to have of 1 item |
nutritional label |
required on all packaged food serving size # of servings per package total calories calories from fat percent daily values |
fat |
A soft greasy substance in most foods |
culture |
all the knowledge and values shared by a society |
snack |
a light informal meal |
Термины |
Определения |
complex carbohydrates |
potatoes, corn, bread, rice |
complete proteins |
meat, poultry, fish, dairy |
incomplete proteins |
peanuts, dry beans, seeds |
calcium |
canned fish, dairy |
iron |
dried fruit, meat, fish, egg yolks |
vitamin A |
dark green vegetables, deep yellow fruits and vegetables |
vitamin C |
cantaloupe, oranges, kiwi, tomatoes |
vitamin D |
fortified milk, egg yolks |
potassium |
bananas, oranges, dry beans, fish |
soluble fiber |
oat products, dry beans |
Blueberries are one of the top antioxidants of all fruit. While the acai is more powerful, they aren't locally grown, so, not nearly as plentiful. Blueberries aid in reversing brain decline.
Pineapple is great for those with asthma inflammation and as a food to speed postoperative recovery.
Apples fight Alzheimer's in addition to fighting various forms of cancer and supporting your immune system. If you have any problems with constipation, an apple a day keeps you regular.
Blackberries suppress your appetite and are fat burning fruits. They also help build strong bones.
Cantaloupes contain high amounts of vitamin C and A. One cup is only 60 calories. They're also anti-inflammatory.
Cherries: If you have arthritis or gout, eat cherries. They aid in reducing inflammation. Red cherries are better for you than black cherries...but the black cherries are far more delicious.