Unit Award Scheme

111826 PLANNING AND COOKING HEALTHY MEALS ON A BUDGET

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1write a seven day meal plan based on a given budget consisting of breakfast, lunch and dinner for each dayStudent completed work
2write a shopping list and costs for the seven day meal planStudent completed work
3prepare and cook at least two complex recipes consisting of eight or more ingredientsSummary Sheet
4evaluate either in writing or orally the final dish for each of the two complex recipesStudent completed work or Summary sheet
5identify at least four different cooking methods and give at least one example of how each might be used, eg steaming to cook fishStudent completed work or Summary sheet
6work independently in the kitchenSummary sheet
7be responsible for cleaning and maintaining used kitchen equipment and utensils, eg knives, whisk, chopping board, cooker, hobs, oven pots, pansSummary sheet
8identify the five food groupsStudent completed work or Summary sheet
9identify at least three foods for each of the five different food groupsStudent completed work
10cook a healthy dish with given ingredientsPhotograph(s) or Summary Sheet

shown knowledge of

11at least four personal hygiene rules which apply in the kitchenSummary sheet
12at least three causes and three symptoms of food poisoningSummary sheet
13at least three ways to minimise the risk of food poisoningSummary sheet

acquired an understanding of

14the versatility of at least four basic ingredients, eg using eggs in different ways like in cake making, pasta and an omeletteSummary sheet
15the main aspects of food hygiene procedure including preparing cooking and storing food safely, eg cooked and uncooked meatSummary sheet
16the basic nutritional values of at least one food item from each of the five groupsStudent completed work or Summary sheet
17at least four basic healthy eating guidelines including fresh fruit and vegetables within the daily dietSummary sheet

experienced

18cooking healthy mealsSummary sheet
19taking part in a group discussion on healthy lifestyles.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 29 April 2019Level - Level Two