Packaging material question 1 (2)

Packaging function	Your example
Container	Ice cream container: keeps the ice cream in one area
Protection	Cracker boxes: protects the crackers from breaking
Convenience	Soft drink can/bottle: can be drank straight from the can/bottle
Reduce cost	Resealable cookies: stops the cookies from going off, which reduces waste
Preserve the food	Long life milk container: stops the milk from expiring
Make transport possible	Fresh Seafood: Easy to transport in glad wrap, plastic containers and paper
Advertise the food	Lollies: the colour and vibrancy tells us what type of lollies they are

Packaging material question 1

Packaging	Product examples
Plastic	1.       Butter 2.       Milk 3.       Ice cream 4.       Cheese 5.       Yoghurt 6.       Cling wrap 7.       Tupperware
Metal	1.       Soft drink (cans) 2.       Canned foods 3.       Coffee/chocolate drink powder 4.       Tuna 5.       Aluminium foil
Paper and cardboard	1.       Cereal 2.       Tea and tea bags 3.       Long life milk 4.       Crackers 5.       Biscuits
Glass	1.       Pasta sauce 2.       Alcohol 3.       Oils and sauces 4.       Certain Jams and spreads 5.       Certain Soft drinks 6.       Pickled food

Pasta worksheet - worksheet 23b

1 Why is it important to have the water boiling rapidly before adding the pasta?

Pasta quickly begins to break down in lukewarm water starch starts to dissolve. The intense heat of the boiling water creates a 'barrier' around the outside of the pasta, which stops the pasta from sticking together. The water temperature drops when the pasta is added, however with rapidly boiling water, the water will still be hot enough to cook the pasta.

2 How do you test if pasta is al dente?

One way of telling if the pasta is al dente is if you cut a pasta piece in half. If you are able to see a different between the center and outer ring of the pasta, then it is not completely done. If the pasta is one constant shade and texture, then it is done.

3 Why is the garlic and onion cooked first when making most pasta sauces?

You sauté the onion and garlic before the rest of the ingredients is added because if they haven’t been sautéed enough, the onions and garlic would stay relatively crunchy in the dish.  You also cook the garlic and onion first so that you can bring out the sugars in the onion and garlic by caramelizing it. If you don’t do this first, they will still be a bit sweet, but not caramelized. 

4 A bolognese sauce is simmered uncovered for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Why does it need to be cooked for this long?

A bolognese sauces takes that long because it takes a long time for the flavours in the sauce to develop and mature, which results in a tasty sauce. It also takes a while so it can break down the meat and so that the meat can absorb all the flavours.

5 What are some reasons for the popularity of pre-made bottled pasta sauces?

Some reasons for the popularity of pre-made bottled pasta sauce would be the connivence of having pasta sauce without all the hassle and because people are busy, the taste and quality is really good and you can get different flavours and varieties that you wouldn't normally expect.

6 These sauces do not contain many vegetables. This often leads to pasta dishes that are made from a packet of pasta and a jar of sauce. What are the health problems associated with eating this style of meal?

Vegetables provide substance for the body, along with essential vitamins and minerals. When lacking vitamins and minerals, the body may not function to the best of its ability, and would therefore cause your body to possibly fatigue quicker and you would not be able to function as well as you could.

7 What are some other disadvantages of buying ready-made pasta products?

Some disadvantages of buying ready-made pasta products would include that the consumer may not be fully aware of the ingredients in the product, and they may not know if a certain product is dangerous for them or not. You are also not sure if the ingredients used are 100% fresh, or have even passed the expiry dates (there was a report on a ready-made food product that used no fresh ingredients)

Food additives

What is a food additive? A food addtive is a chemical added to keep food to keep them fresh, enhacnce their colour or to keep them fresh. Give 4 reasons why these substances are added to foods. Enhance their colour, texture, flavour and to keep them fresh. Fill in the following chart: List some other food additives: flavours, mineral salts, thickeners and vegetable gums, raising agents Some people are sensitive to food additives. List some reactions which may indicate a sensitivity. Hives or diarrhea Other people have a reaction to additives. List these and the symptoms that indicate these. Digestive disorder - diarrhea and colicky pains Nervous disorders - hyperactivity, irritability and insomnia Respiratory problems - asthma, rhinitis and sinusitis Skin problems - hives, itching, rashes and swelling List some common additives that may cause problems: flavour enhancers, food colouring, preservatives and artificial sweeteners How do you know which additives are added to foods? Check the label on the back of food packages The addition of food additives is closely monitored by government and international organisations to ensure their safety and that foods containing additives are precisely labeled. Which organization is responsible for this in Australia? Explain what they do. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ). They are responsible for the approval of which food additives are allowed in Australian food. What is the Australian Foods Standards Code and what do they do? Legislative instrument under the Legislative Instruments Act 2003. It provides unified food manufacture and handling Standards,and concentrates on protecting public health and safety,whilst providing flexibility to permit industry innovation. Read the articles on “Some additives in Detail” and Would you like meat with that pie” on Blackboard and answer the following questions. Identify the types of foods that may contain propionates. Certain baked goods with flour - bread, cookies, biscuits and pastries Why are propionates used in these types of foods? They help keep baked goods fresh and reduce the growth of mould and other micro-organisms What is the advantage to the consumer of buying foods that contain propianates? The afford consumers of having soft, freshly baked goods in the home without having to buy them daily. What is aspartame? Concentrated sweeteners that is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. Why is this additive not recommended for use in recipes that are to be baked and heated? Breaks apart when heated, resulting the loss in sweetness. Investigate a range of diet foods and identify which contain aspartame. List these below. Diet soft drinks, yogurts, Wrigley's extra, drink powders,crisps, tabletop sweeteners. Meat Pies. What ingredients are found in some meat pies according to the Australian Consumers Association? Minced gristle,connective tissue, offal and a blob of fat the size of a golf ball. What % of meat is required in meat pies? 25% What is ANZFA’s definition of the term meat? Meat and meat products to replace the minimum level for meat at 25% with a minimum level for meat flesh at 25%. Does this differ from your definition? Explain. Yes, we expected more meat in pies and less additives. Outline the amount of fat found in the pies tested. Why is this finding a concern? 15g - 35g of pure fat, and 20-40% of the upper recommended daily limit of sodium for adults.