Assess the importance of whole grain foods in a healthy eating pattern.

Indicators for this outcome
(a) Identify a variety of grains (e.g., quinoa, wheat, rice, corn, oats) used for food.
(b) Understand terminology related to grains such as refined, whole grain, enriched, fortified, converted and instant.
(c) Identify and explain the main grain kernel parts (i.e., bran, germ, endosperm) and their functions and uses in cooking.
(d) Explore key nutrients provided by grains and grain products.
(e) Examine the importance of grains and grain products in a healthy eating pattern.
(f) Compare organic and conventionally grown grains.
(g) Assess the importance of whole grains in Canada’s Food Guide and the role they play in a healthy eating pattern.
(h) Investigate the types of grains grown in Saskatchewan and the economic impact of grain production and food processing in the province.
(i) Research ingredients and products (e.g., flour, cereals, pasta) made from Canadian grains and the processes used to harvest and create them.
(j) Compare processed and unprocessed forms of grains using criteria such as cost per serving, time to prepare, equipment required, nutritional value and taste.
(k) Develop guidelines for the selection and storage of grain products.
(l) Research recipes of interest that incorporate grains and grain products.
(m) Demonstrate the basic steps for cooking grains and grain products.
(n) Prepare or describe the preparation of dishes that feature grains and grain products (e.g., flours, pastas, rice, cereals) for a variety of purposes.
(o) Explore allergies and intolerances (e.g., gluten intolerance) related to grain products.
(p) Explore grain products (e.g., caraway, coriander, fenugreek) from a variety of cultures around the world that have become available in Saskatchewan.
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