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1. Do each of the following:
Show how to handle sharp knives, scissors and other kitchen utensils safely.
Show and explain how to improve safety in the kitchen.
Explain the basics of food hygiene and how to store foods correctly.
2. Prepare a simple two-course meal: one course must be cooked.
3. Either
Make a poster for your meeting place, school or Brownie holiday that illustrates one of the following.
Food allergies.
Healthy eating.
The different food groups.
The countries that different foods come from.
Or
Make a collection of the recipes you have most enjoyed trying. Make sure your collection includes savoury and sweet dishes.
4. Show how to do two of the following.
Use a dishwasher.
Clean and care for non-stick cookware.
Wash up in the correct order.
Clean a microwave.
Clean a fridge.
5. Do one of the following.
Prepare a traditional dish from another country.
Plan and prepare the food for a Rainbow party or children’s birthday party.
Prepare a dish using an ingredient you’ve never used before.
With an adult you know, cook a meal outdoors on a stove or barbecue.