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You’ve watched every episode of Chopped, binged every season of The Great British Baking Show, and learned all Alton has to teach in “Good Eats.” That means it’s time to test the culinary knowledge you’ve accrued. These questions cover some basic cooking terms, techniques, and ingredients Show More
You’ve watched every episode of Chopped, binged every season of The Great British Baking Show, and learned all Alton has to teach in “Good Eats.” That means it’s time to test the culinary knowledge you’ve accrued. These questions cover some basic cooking terms, techniques, and ingredients that any chef will need to know to make both basic and complex dishes. Some will seem like no-brainers, while others might stump even five-star chefs. They say when all else fails, go back to basics. Occasionally those of us who spend time in the kitchen can get so wrapped up in the newest trends, flavor profiles, and techniques, that the basics fall short, and we find ourselves stuck trying to figure out where the dish went wrong. This quiz is designed to combat just that. It’s a return to roots, because even the most delicate and complex dishes are just a series of basic steps. Think you have what it takes to ace it?
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1
First things first, before you start to cook you must have your _____ a fancy French term for “Set Up”:
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Mise en Plais
Mise en scène
Mise en Place
Mise en Plates
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2
When seasoning meaty dishes, these two items should always be available for whatever you’re cooking forever and ever, amen?
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Garlic and Onion Powders
Miso and Ginger
Salt and Black Pepper
Salt and Red Pepper
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3
True or False?: The red stuff you see in packaged meats is fresh blood from the animal?
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False
True
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4
Which of these is a traditional Japanese dish served in rolls and sometimes containing raw fish?
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Sashimi
Sushi
Teriyaki
Egg Rolls
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5
What is the best way to determine if a steak has reached a proper medium-rare temperature?
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The Palm Test
Cutting it in half
An instant-read thermometer
All of the pink has disappeared from the exterior
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When prepping, it's important to keep ALL raw meats away from fresh vegetables and clean utensils that may come in contact with them in-order-to prevent:
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Cross Inflamation
Cross Contamination
Cross Disinfection
Cross Examination
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7
In case of an accidental grease fire, what’s the one method that always works no matter what?
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Pouring flour or baking powder
Pouring salt or baking soda
Covering with a glass lid
A class B fire extinguisher
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8
Which of these ingredients is not needed for a basic “pound” cake?
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Butter
Eggs
Oil
Sugar
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9
Which of these ingredients adds a rich, umami flavor to dishes?
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Mint
Berries
Miso
Yogurt
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10
Which is not necessary to make a basic pasta dough?
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All Purpose Flour
Semolina Flour
Salt
Eggs
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11
Which of these ingredients are you likely to find on a traditional taco?
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