Ch. 26 Notes

Types of Fruits (List them for each of the categories) –Berries: grapes, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries –Drupes: cherries, apricots, peaches, plums –Pomes: apples, pears –Melons: watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew –Citrus Fruit: oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, tangerines –Tropical Fruit: bananas, avocados, pineapples, dates

Types of Vegetables Mild: corn, peas, tomatoes, potatoes, beans, lettuce, cucumbers, green peppers, zucchini Strong: Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, turnips, onions, broccoli, and cabbage

Define Produce: fresh fruits and vegetables In Season: produce at the time of year it is harvested

Why is it wise to buy fresh fruits and vegetables when they are in season? –Cost less because there is more to buy

What are the advantages and disadvantages of buying frozen fruits and vegetables? –Yes: lasts longer, taste & look similar, buy year-round –No: texture less crisp, lose flavor and won’t last as long if partially thawed before freezing

How are calories often added to canned fruits and vegetables? –Syrup and sauces that are added to cans What are the best low-calorie choices? –Sugar free, low-syrup, low-sodium

Why should you avoid buying dented cans of fruits and vegetables? –Rust forms on the inside of the can which can cause food poisoning

Define –Perishable: likely to spoil within a short period of time

What factors destroy the vitamins in fresh fruits and vegetables if not controlled during storage? Time, light, heat and moisture

Why should you avoid soaking vegetables while cleaning or storing them? Will cause brown spots to appear and will hasten the spoiling process

How can you prevent fruits such as apples, peaches, and bananas from turning brown when they are cut? Dip cut fruit in lemon, orange, grapefruit, or pineapple juice

List creative ways to prepare raw fruits. Combine a raw fruit with other foods. Serve with dip. Mixed or added to gelatin to make a fruit salad Can be sliced or arranged to garnish meals or desserts.

What can you do to help simmered fruit hold its shape? Sugar may be added to help hold its shape and flavor.

List snack ideas using raw vegetables? Served with cold or hot dressing. Served with peanut butter Cut into sticks, slices, or wedges and arranged on trays Served with dips Served with cheese spreads

List 4 types of vegetables and indicate the proper way to cook them. (Look for different methods of cooking.) Simmered: corn, green beans in a small amount of water in a covered pot; cauliflower, and cabbage should be covered with water in an uncovered pot Steamed: place in a steaming basket over simmering water; the pan is tightly covered: broccoli spears and sliced green beans: retains nutrients Microwave: retains natural color, flavor, and nutrients: very little water is needed: lima beans; cook covered until they are still a little firm; stir a few times; potatoes

True or False: Strong flavored vegetables should be cooked in a small amount of water with the pan covered. False