Question 1

What ingredient is not typically found in pesto?&#10;A)capers&#10;B)basil&#10;C)pine nuts&#10;D)olive oil

Accepted Answer

Traditional pesto, specifically Pesto alla Genovese, is made with basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and olive oil. Capers are not a typical ingredient in classic pesto recipes.

Question 2

A ravigote is an)&#10;A)French crab&#10;B)Italian olive&#10;C)spiral pasta&#10;D)cold French vinegar-based sauce

Accepted Answer

A ravigote is a cold French vinegar-based sauce, typically made with herbs, capers, and shallots.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a common component of a main course salad?&#10;A)protein or heavy carbohydrate&#10;B)dressing&#10;C)greens&#10;D)base

Accepted Answer

A main course salad typically includes a protein or heavy carbohydrate, dressing, and greens. The term "base" is not commonly used to describe a component of a main course salad.

Question 4

To create successful salads, attention must be paid to&#10;A)the freshness and quality of ingredients.&#10;B)the proper cooking procedures of all cooked ingredients.&#10;C)guest-centered presentations that are easy to access and eat.&#10;D)all of the above.

Accepted Answer

All of the mentioned factors are crucial for creating successful salads: the freshness and quality of ingredients ensure good taste and nutritional value; proper cooking procedures for any cooked ingredients are essential for both safety and flavor; and guest-centered presentations make the salad appealing and convenient to consume.

Question 5

Refer back to the text at the beginning of this unit on flavor and answer the following question: What flavor adds surprise to food?&#10;A)sweet&#10;B)sour&#10;C)spicy&#10;D)umami

Accepted Answer

Spicy flavors add surprise to food because they can introduce an unexpected heat or intensity, contrasting with more predictable or familiar tastes.

Question 6

Mimosa garnish refers to&#10;A)sieved egg yolks.&#10;B)the city Mimosa Park, Louisiana.&#10;C)champagne and orange juice drink.&#10;D)minimal use of garnish.

Accepted Answer

Mimosa garnish refers to sieved egg yolks, often used in dishes like deviled eggs to create a fine, crumbly topping that resembles the flower of a mimosa plant.

Question 7

What's the difference between a Classic Main course Salad and Contemporary Salads?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What's the difference between a Classic Main...

Deck 13: Main-Course Salads