CMC Baking, Pastry, & Garde Manger Arts

Question 1

What is the primary function of gluten in bread making?

Accepted Answer

Provide structure and elasticity

Answer

Add sweetness

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Promote browning

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Enhance flavor

Question 2

What is the best temperature range to activate dry yeast?

Accepted Answer

100°F to 110°F

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50°F to 60°F

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90°F to 100°F

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120°F to 130°F

Question 3

Which type of flour has the highest protein content?

Accepted Answer

Bread flour

Answer

Cake flour

Answer

All-purpose flour

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Pastry flour

Question 4

What is a key ingredient in pâte à choux that allows it to puff up?

Accepted Answer

Steam

Answer

Baking powder

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Yeast

Answer

Sugar

Question 5

What is the ideal storage temperature for chocolate?

Accepted Answer

55°F to 65°F

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32°F to 40°F

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70°F to 80°F

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90°F to 100°F

Question 6

What is the main role of gelatin in mousse?

Accepted Answer

Stabilize the structure

Answer

Add flavor

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Provide sweetness

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Enhance color

Question 7

Which of the following is considered a cold emulsion sauce?

Accepted Answer

Mayonnaise

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Hollandaise

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Beurre blanc

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Velouté

Question 8

What is the main function of an aspic in garde manger?

Accepted Answer

Preserve and decorate foods

Answer

Thicken sauces

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Bind dough

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Add acidity

Question 9

Which of the following is a key component in making puff pastry?

Accepted Answer

Butter

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Eggs

Answer

Sugar

Answer

Baking soda