Why are biscuits kneaded?


To develop gluten. Biscuits are prepared differently in that the plastic fat is cut into the flour particles. Kneading is the mixing method for gluten development after the dough is hydrated.

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a. polyunsaturated fatty acids, ?-9 fatty acids b. ?-3 fatty acids, cis fatty acids c. fiber, ?-6 fatty acids d. saturated fatty acids, trans fatty acids

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Characteristics of school lunches include all of the following except:

a. they must include specified quantities of certain foods each week. b. different school lunch patterns are required for different age groups. c. they must adhere to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. d. enriched grains and animal protein foods are required components.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. heavy metal B. artificial color C. natural toxicant D. animal hormone

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