Metric Measurements - Allatoona Culinary Arts

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Name: ________________________________________ Date: _____________________

Unit 2: Business Math and Principles of Cooking

Chapter 4: Metric vs. Customary Units of Measure (pg. 241-244)

1.

Customary Units of Measure

The most commonly used system of measurement in the United States is based on

_____________________ units.

Examples of these are ounces, teaspoons, tablespoons, cups, pints, and gallons

Most American recipes are written using this system of measurement

Cooking and baking require ___________ weighing and measuring of ingredients to ensure consistent quality and minimal waste.

An __________________ is when the same amount is expressed in a different way using different units of measure.

Example: 4 tbsp of flour is equal to ______ cup of flour

2.

Metric Units of Measure

 The metric system is the standard system used in many other parts of the world

 Also commonly used by ___________________ and ______________ professionals

 Metric units are based on multiples of __________.

 Examples of these are milliliters, liters, milligrams, grams, and kilograms

 There are 100 milligrams in one gram

 It is important to be familiar with both systems of measurement

 As long as the correct _________________ __________________ is available, it is not necessary to convert measurements from one system to another.

 If a recipe is written using metric units, using metric tools is helpful.

 Understanding some common equivalencies is helpful.

 Example: 4 tbsp of flour equals ¼ cup of flour or ________ milliliters.

3.

Measuring Temperature

 Thermometers measure degrees of temperature in either ___________________

(Customary) or ______________ (metric).

 Temperature at which water boils is _________ F or __________ C

 Temperature at which water freezes is _________ F or __________ C

 Converting between the two measurements is easily done by following the formula

F to C:

 Step 1: Subtract 32 from the F

 Step 2: Multiply by 5

 Step 3: Divide by 9

C to F:

 Step 1: Multiply the C number by 9

 Step 2: Divide by 5

 Step 3: Add 32

Name: ________________________________________

4.

Standardized Recipes

Date: _____________________

 A _______________ is a written record of the ingredients and preparation steps needed to make a particular dish.

 Recipes at home can follow any ____________ that helps the cook prepare the dish.

 ___________________ _______________ must follow a format that is clear to ______________ who uses the recipe.

 These recipes are used for institutional use

 These recipes are critical tools that play an important part in a successful professional kitchen.

 Controls __________, _______________, and __________________ of product

 This is just as important as the preparation and service of great looking and tasting food.

 ____________________ production of good food is the result of following a clear recipe.

 Standardized Recipes include name, ingredients, yield, portion size, temperature, time and equipment, as well as step by step directions and nutritional information.

 Amounts such as _______________ and _______________ are avoided

 _______________ is generally preferred method of measuring rather than using customary measurements such as cups or quarts or stating “one onion” or “a large apple.”

 A recipe is a ________________ for the cook. To get good results, follow it carefully.

 Read the recipe completely

 Gather and “__________________” all ingredients specified.

 “To put into place” all the preparation and assembly of ingredients, pans, utensils, and equipment or serving pieces.

 _________________ carefully

 Follow the instructions for preparation

 Once a recipe has been made as written, then the cook can decide if the end product is of the right quality and taste.

 Follow the recipe, and when it is clear what the recipe produces, evaluate the result and make _______________ if desired.

5.

Converting Recipes

 A _______________ is a written

 Gather and

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