NATIONAL 4/5 HOSPITALITYUnit 2 -Understanding and Using Ingredients

IDENTIFY A VARIETY OF INGREDIENTS AND DESCRIBE AND DEMONSTRATE SAFE FOOD STORAGE You will learn the different groupings of ingredients

and be able to identify some characteristics about them.

You will learn how to store foods safely to avoid food poisoning and to prolong the shelf-life of the food.

You will select and use these ingredients to make a range of recipes and use the ingredients as garnishes for savoury dishes or decorations for sweet dishes.

SCOTTISH DIETARY TARGETS

You will learn the 8 Scottish Dietary Targets?

You will be able to select ingredients or make adaptations to recipes to meet the Scottish dietary targets and therefore make recipes healthier to eat.

IMPORTANCE OF SOURCING SUSTAINABLE INGREDIENTS AND CHOOSING FOODS IN SEASON

You will learn how to source ingredients to ensure sustainability.

You will consider the benefits of using foods when ‘in season’

DEVELOPMENT OF PRACTICAL SKILLS

You will continue to develop a wide range of practical skills to make a selection of recipes related to the topics covered in this unit.

You will demonstrate a range of garnishes and decorating techniques.

You will work safely and

hygienically.