METHOD OF COOKING : BOILING METHOD PRIMARY 4 SECOND TERM HOME ECONOMICS WEEK 2

WEEK 2

METHOD OF COOKING : BOILING METHOD 

Subject : Home Economics

Class : Primary 4

Term : Second Term

Week : Week 2

Topics :

• METHOD OF COOKING :BOILING METHOD

Content

METHOD OF COOKING :BOILING METHOD

Boiling is a cooking method that involves cooking food in a pot of boiling water. This method is often used to cook foods like pasta, rice, potatoes, vegetables, and eggs. Here are some examples of how to use the boiling method to cook different foods:

1. Boiling vegetables: a. First, wash the vegetables and cut them into bite-sized pieces. b. Then, fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil. c. Add the vegetables to the pot and let them cook for a few minutes, until they are tender but still slightly firm. d. Finally, drain the water from the pot and serve the vegetables as a side dish.
2. Boiling eggs: a. First, place eggs in a pot of cold water. b. Bring the pot of water to a boil on high heat. c. Once the water starts boiling, set the timer for the desired level of doneness (3-4 minutes for soft-boiled eggs and 7-8 minutes for hard-boiled eggs). d. Once the timer goes off, carefully remove the eggs from the pot using a spoon and place them into a bowl of cold water to cool. e. Once they’re cool, peel the eggs and enjoy them as a snack or in a recipe.
3. Boiling pasta: a. First, bring a pot of water to a boil. b. Add salt to the boiling water and then add the pasta to the pot. c. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package, usually for about 8-10 minutes. d. Once the pasta is cooked, drain the water from the pot and add your desired sauce or toppings to the pasta

Other Methods Of Cooking

1. Grilling: Grilling is a method of cooking that involves cooking food on a grill or open flame. This method is often used to cook meats, vegetables, and even fruits.
2. Baking: Baking is a method of cooking that involves cooking food in an oven. This method is often used to cook bread, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods.
3. Frying: Frying is a method of cooking that involves cooking food in hot oil. This method is often used to cook foods like french fries, chicken, and fish.
4. Roasting: Roasting is a method of cooking that involves cooking food in an oven at a high temperature. This method is often used to cook meats, vegetables, and fruits.
5. Steaming: Steaming is a method of cooking that involves cooking food with steam. This method is often used to cook vegetables, fish, and rice.

There are many other methods of cooking as well, including sautéing, broiling, poaching, and more. Each method has its own unique benefits and can be used to cook a variety of different foods

Evaluation

1. What is the boiling method of cooking? A. Cooking food in an oven B. Cooking food in a pot of boiling water C. Cooking food on a grill or open flame D. Cooking food in hot oil

Answer: B. Cooking food in a pot of boiling water

2. Which foods are commonly cooked using the boiling method? A. Pasta, rice, and vegetables B. Bread, cakes, and cookies C. French fries, chicken, and fish D. Meats, vegetables, and fruits

Answer: A. Pasta, rice, and vegetables

3. How do you know when vegetables are done boiling? A. When they are completely soft B. When they are still hard and crunchy C. When they are tender but still slightly firm D. When they are burnt

Answer: C. When they are tender but still slightly firm

4. How do you boil eggs? A. Place them in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil B. Place them in a pot of hot water and bring to a boil C. Cook them in the oven D. Cook them in a frying pan

Answer: A. Place them in a pot of cold water and bring to a boil

5. What is the purpose of adding salt to boiling water? A. To add flavor to the food B. To prevent the water from boiling over C. To help the food cook faster D. To make the water boil hotter

Answer: A. To add flavor to the food

6. What is the difference between boiling and steaming? A. Boiling involves cooking food in a pot of boiling water, while steaming involves cooking food with steam. B. Boiling involves cooking food on a grill or open flame, while steaming involves cooking food in an oven. C. Boiling involves cooking food in hot oil, while steaming involves cooking food in a pot of boiling water. D. Boiling involves cooking food in an oven, while steaming involves cooking food with steam.

Answer: A. Boiling involves cooking food in a pot of boiling water, while steaming involves cooking food with steam.

7. Which method of cooking involves cooking food in an oven? A. Grilling B. Baking C. Frying D. Boiling

Answer: B. Baking

8. What is the purpose of roasting? A. To cook food in a pot of boiling water B. To cook food on a grill or open flame C. To cook food in an oven at a high temperature D. To cook food in hot oil

Answer: C. To cook food in an oven at a high temperature

9. Which method of cooking involves cooking food with steam? A. Boiling B. Grilling C. Frying D. Steaming

Answer: D. Steaming

10. What is sautéing? A. Cooking food in an oven B. Cooking food on a grill or open flame C. Cooking food in hot oil over high heat D. Cooking food in a pot of boiling water

Answer: C. Cooking food in hot oil over high heat

Lesson Presentation

Title: Methods of Cooking: Boiling Method and Other Cooking Techniques

Objective:

• To introduce students to different methods of cooking
• To teach students about the boiling method of cooking
• To provide examples of foods that can be cooked using the boiling method
• To introduce other common methods of cooking

Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Pictures or videos of different cooking techniques
• Examples of foods that can be cooked using different methods

Previous Lesson 

• PRIMARY 4 SECOND TERM HOME ECONOMICS REVISION TEST WEEK 1

Introduction:

• Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever cooked food before.
• Ask them how they cooked the food and what method they used.
• Explain to the students that there are many different methods of cooking, and today we will be learning about the boiling method and other common methods of cooking.

Boiling Method:

• Explain to the students that the boiling method of cooking involves cooking food in a pot of boiling water.
• Provide examples of foods that can be cooked using the boiling method, such as pasta, rice, vegetables, and eggs.
• Demonstrate how to boil an egg or cook pasta using the boiling method.
• Ask the students to identify other foods that they think could be cooked using the boiling method.

Other Methods of Cooking:

• Introduce students to other common methods of cooking, such as grilling, baking, frying, roasting, and steaming.
• Explain the basic principles of each method and provide examples of foods that can be cooked using each method.
• Show pictures or videos of different cooking techniques to help students visualize the process.
• Ask the students to identify their favorite method of cooking and why.

Conclusion:

• Summarize the different methods of cooking and ask the students to identify which method they would use to cook different types of foods.
• Allow time for students to ask any questions they may have about the boiling method or other cooking techniques.
• Encourage students to try different cooking methods at home and explore their culinary skills.

Assessment:

• To assess the students’ understanding of the lesson, ask them to identify different methods of cooking and provide examples of foods that can be cooked using each method.
• Monitor students’ participation in class discussions and activities.
• Use formative assessments, such as exit tickets or quizzes, to assess students’ comprehension of the lesson

Homework

1. __________ is a cooking method that involves cooking food in a pot of boiling water. Answer: Boiling
2. Boiling is often used to cook foods like __________, rice, potatoes, vegetables, and eggs. Answer: Pasta
3. When boiling vegetables, you should cook them until they are __________ but still slightly firm. Answer: Tender
4. To boil eggs, you should place them in a pot of __________ water and bring it to a boil. Answer: Cold
5. Adding __________ to boiling water helps to add flavor to the food. Answer: Salt
6. __________ is a cooking method that involves cooking food in an oven. Answer: Baking
7. Frying is a method of cooking that involves cooking food in __________ oil. Answer: Hot
8. Grilling is a method of cooking that involves cooking food on a grill or __________ flame. Answer: Open
9. Roasting is a method of cooking that involves cooking food in an oven at a high __________. Answer: Temperature
10. __________ is a method of cooking that involves cooking food with steam. Answer: Steaming

Weekly Assessment 

1. What is the boiling method of cooking? Answer: Cooking food in a pot of boiling water.
2. Which foods can be cooked using the boiling method? Answer: Pasta, rice, potatoes, vegetables, and eggs.
3. How do you know when vegetables are done boiling? Answer: When they are tender but still slightly firm.
4. How do you boil an egg? Answer: Place it in a pot of cold water and bring it to a boil.
5. Why do you add salt to boiling water? Answer: To add flavor to the food.
6. What is baking? Answer: Cooking food in an oven.
7. What is frying? Answer: Cooking food in hot oil.
8. What is grilling? Answer: Cooking food on a grill or open flame.
9. What is roasting? Answer: Cooking food in an oven at a high temperature.
10. What is steaming? Answer: Cooking food with steam