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TVL Cookery 12 Q2 Weeks 4-5
TVL Cookery 12 Q2 Weeks 4-5
COOKERY
FLORDELIZA B. NAGUIT
Writer
Leizlee B. Daowag
Team Leader
Multiple Choice:
Read each question carefully. Choose the letter that corresponds to the correct answer.
1. Can you freeze fresh vegetables for later use?
A. Yes, you can freeze and cut-up vegetables; but it should be blanched (heat-treated)
before freezing. B. Yes, you can freeze and cut-up vegetables and store right away
C. No, you can’t freeze vegetables.
D. not recommended
2. How long can salad vegetables be kept at room temperature?
A. for 2 hours C. for 3 hours
B. for 24hours D. for a week
3. Why should you wash vegetables before storing them?
A. not recommended
B. for keeping it fresh
C. for sale
D. you are washing away the dirt, bacteria and pesticide residues.
4. What causes vegetables to become contaminated during storage?
A. because of proper storage
B. because of lack knowledge to its best before use and proper storage
B. because of following the correct way of storing in the cupboard or in the fridge
D. because of following the best before dates
5. Where should you store vegetables?
A. depends on its classification, maybe stored in the cupboard or in the fridge
B. keep it at room temperature
C. stack in food container
D. can be stored in the fridge.
6. What evaluation can you give from the use of seasonings and flavorings in vegetable dishes?
A. they are needed only in bland foods
B. they are used to mask dull flavors
Plating Tips
determine the focal point by visualizing how it will appear or draw out a plate
diagram.
focal point should be the highlight of the plate and where the eye is drawn to
first.
bright or contrasting colors, elevation, and food placement helps to highlight
items.
avoid the rim while creating a space from the rim to the flat of the plate.
play with symmetry, geometry, and sequencing of the foods.
odd numbers are more pleasing to the eye than even numbers.
keep the components of the plate in proportion to each other to balance the
presentation.
Prepare a slide show of your Vegetable Dishes. Present it to the class and tell something how
did you plate your dishes following the guidelines in Food Presentation / Plating Tips.
LO 4. Store vegetables
4.1 store vegetables based on the prescribed location and temperature
4.2 demonstrate vegetable storage in accordance with FIFO operating procedures
4.3 follow standard safety and hygiene procedures
LO 5. Evaluate the finished product
5.1 rate the finished products using rubrics
Remember the FIFO rule: First In, First Out. Use whatever is oldest first and continually
rotate your stock to ensure freshness and reduce waste. The FIFO rule applies to all types of
foods—fresh, frozen, canned and dried.
Frozen Vegetables
1. Store at 0°F (–18°C) or colder, in original containers, until ready for use.
2. Do not refreeze thawed vegetables. Quality will be greatly reduced.
3. Use before the “use by” date on the package. As a rule, use within 6 months.
LO 4. Store vegetables
4.1 store vegetables based on the prescribed location and temperature
4.2 demonstrate vegetable storage in accordance with FIFO operating procedures
4.3 follow standard safety and hygiene procedures
LO 5. Evaluate the finished product
5.1 rate the finished products using rubrics
Remember the FIFO rule: First In, First Out. Use whatever is oldest first and continually
rotate your stock to ensure freshness and reduce waste. The FIFO rule applies to all types of
foods—fresh, frozen, canned and dried.
Storage
Fresh Vegetables
1. Use within a few days.
2. Store all fresh vegetables as short a time as possible. They lose
quality rapidly.
3. Keep refrigerators and storage areas clean.
4. Some can be left at room temperature to ripen, then refrigerated.
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vegetables-tomatoes-2204502/
Frozen Vegetables
1. Store at 0°F (–18°C) or colder, in original containers, until ready for use.
2. Do not refreeze thawed vegetables. Quality will be greatly reduced.
3. Use before the “use by” date on the package. As a rule, use within 6 months.
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Canned Vegetables
1. Keep in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and off the floor.
2. Discard cans that show signs of damage or spoilage (swollen, badly
dented, or rusted cans). When in doubt, throw it out.
3. Check the “use by” date on the can. Most canned goods have a shelf
life of about 2 years.
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Storage times are different for each type of vegetables, each one has its own expected shelf life.
The guidelines below are for vegetables at their best quality. They still may be safe to eat after
the stated times as long as they are not moldy or rotten.
Vegetable
Cupboard/cool room temperature How long?
Potatoes 1-2 weeks (2-3 months in a cool, dark place)
Tomatoes 1-5 days
Onions 1-2 months
Activity 1
Make an inventory by listing of the available vegetables in your fridge or in your
kitchen. It may also be a recent purchased received. Complete the given table for your
inventory. Add if needed.
Vegetables Date Purchased Remarks
Why did you give it highest and lowest scale? Give example dish you like it best
prepared with the highest and lowest scale.
Activity 3
In your previous activity in presenting your best vegetable dish. Be able to present a photo
document. Evaluate your dish by answering the following questions.
Storing vegetables, the right way will keep them fresh and safe to eat.
Watch this short video clip for additional information on How to store vegetables.
https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Videos/Kitchen-Tips-and-Food-Handling/Video-How-to-store-vegetables-to-
keep-them-fresh.aspx
Multiple Choice:
Read each question carefully. Choose the letter that corresponds to the
correct answer.
1. Can you freeze fresh vegetables for later use?
A. Yes, you can freeze and cut-up vegetables; but it should be blanched (heat-treated)
before freezing.
B. Yes, you can freeze and cut-up vegetables and store right away
C. No, you can’t freeze vegetables.
D. not recommended
2. How long can salad vegetables be kept at room temperature?
A. for 2 hours C. for 3 hours
B. for 24hours D. for a week
3. Why should you wash vegetables before storing them?
A. not recommended
B. for keeping it fresh
C. for sale
D. you are washing away the dirt, bacteria and pesticide residues.
4. What causes vegetables to become contaminated during storage?
A. because of proper storage
B. because of lack knowledge to its best before use and proper storage
B. because of following the correct way of storing in the cupboard or in the fridge
D. because of following the best before dates
5. Where should you store vegetables?
A. depends on its classification, maybe stored in the cupboard or in the fridge
B. keep it at room temperature
C. stack in food container
D. can be stored in the fridge.
6. What evaluation can you give from the use of seasonings and flavorings in vegetable dishes?
A. they are needed only in bland foods
B. they are used to mask dull flavors
C. they are used to change the natural flavor of food
D. they enhance the natural flavor of food
7. Which of the following vegetables should not be stored in the refrigerator?
A. Potato C. Bean Sprouts
B. Carrots D. Squash
10. What are the basic tastes we usually concentrate when evaluating food?
A. Fruity, beery, meaty, sweet
B. Sweet, salty, bitter, sour
C. Salty, vinegary, savory, tasty
D. Bitter, cheesy, milky, salty
Given the following taglines, what tips can you give to prevent vegetable waste?
Store It to Last
1. _______________________________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________________________________________
Use It All Up
1. _______________________________________________________________________________
2. ________________________________________________________________________________
3.________________________________________________________________________________
ANSWER SHEET
POST TEST
1. 6.
2. 7.
3. 8.
4. 9.
5. 10.
ACTIVITY 1 ACTIVITY 3
ACTIVITY 2
REFLECTION
TVL 12 - COOKERY
Quarter 2-Week 4-5