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Introductory Foods

by Barbara Scheule

15th Edition

Publisher: Pearson

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Book Details

Print ISBN9780134552767
eText ISBN9780134554891
PublisherPearson
Publishing Year2020
Edition15th Edition
LanguageEnglish
Pages896

Introductory Foods, 15th Edition, is a textbook by Barbara Scheule that presents a practical survey of food science and the food supply. The text applies a scientific approach to examine food service ingredients and techniques for study in food preparation laboratories.

Core subject areas include food preparation foundations such as food safety, regulatory standards, and heat transfer in cooking. The text also examines the composition of major food categories, ranging from baked goods and fruits to dairy, meats, and beverages.

Designed as a practical resource for laboratory work, the textbook supports students preparing for professional careers and for the Registration Exam for Dietitians.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: Factors Influencing Food Choices

  2. Chapter 2: Food Safety

  3. Chapter 3: Food Regulations and Standards

  4. Chapter 4: Equipment and Recipe Basics

  5. Chapter 5: Heat Transfer in Cooking

  6. Chapter 6: Seasonings, Flavorings, and Food Additives

  7. Chapter 7: Food Composition

  8. Chapter 8: Fats, Frying, and Emulsions

  9. Chapter 9: Sweeteners and Sugar Cookery

  10. Chapter 10: Frozen Desserts

  11. Chapter 11: Starch

  12. Chapter 12: Cereal Grains, Noodles, and Pasta

  13. Chapter 13: Flour Mixtures: Batters and Doughs

  14. Chapter 14: Quick Breads

  15. Chapter 15: Yeast Breads

  16. Chapter 16: Cakes, Cookies, and Crackers

  17. Chapter 17: Pies and Pastry

  18. Chapter 18: Vegetables and Vegetable Preparation

  19. Chapter 19: Alternative Proteins

  20. Chapter 20: Fruits and Fruit Preparation

  21. Chapter 21: Salads, Gelatin Salads, and Table Olives

  22. Chapter 22: Milk, Cheese, and Other Milk Products

  23. Chapter 23: Eggs and Egg Cookery

  24. Chapter 24: Meat and Meat Cookery

  25. Chapter 25: Poultry

  26. Chapter 26: Seafood

  27. Chapter 27: Beverages

  28. Chapter 28: Food Packaging and Preservation

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