CULINARY ARTS PATHWAY

This course is for students who are interested in learning about all aspects of food. Topics include consumerism, nutrition, safe food storage, kitchen safety, measurement and equivalents, terminology and cooking techniques. Emphasis will be placed on proper cooking and preparation techniques in the areas of fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, meats, poultry, dairy and pastry products. Students will learn life-long skills necessary for developing and maintaining healthy diets. Prerequisite: none       .5 Unit, 5 Periods (1/2 year)