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Baking Basics

Subject : cooking
Instructions:
  • Answer 29 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. How many tablespoons are in 1/8 cup?






2. How would you measure 3/4 c sugar with only 2 scoops?






3. The color or _______ of the baking pan has an effect on the baking process






4. To beat quickly and vigorously to incorporate air and increase volume.






5. What are the two most common leavening agents?






6. Enables baked goods to rise and become light and porous.






7. Provides sweetness and browning to baked goods.






8. To mix thoroughly and add air to foods.






9. Examples include sugar - molasses - and honey.






10. What gets stronger the longer you mix it?






11. How many teaspoons are in 3 tablespoons?






12. The number of servings a recipe makes.






13. Adds moisture and is needed to develop the gluten.






14. The two most common liquids used in baking






15. To mix or blend two or more ingredients.






16. What kind of liquid do you need to react to baking soda






17. How many tablespoons are in a stick of butter?






18. To change levels in the oven and turn 180 degrees.






19. To beat ingredients - such as shortening and sugar - until soft and creamy.






20. To gently mix a light mixture into a heavier one.






21. The main ingredient which provides gluten and forms the structure of baked products.






22. To mix a solid fat into a flour mixture using a pastry blender or two knives.






23. Vegetable oil should be stored in a ____ ____ ____.






24. How many quarts are in one gallon?






25. Brown sugar is granulated sugar coated with what?






26. Setting the correct baking temperature before you put the baked goods in it






27. To rub the inside of a baking dish or pan with fat to keep contents from sticking.






28. To mix in a circular motion.






29. To cook by dry heat in an oven.