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Cooking techniques presented in the form of pictograms and animations.
Discover our illustrations and videos of cooking techniques designed to facilitate making recipes with children.
These tools:
- Provide visual aids
- Stimulate learning
- Make cooking more appealing
The illustrations depict basic cooking techniques. They are perfect for introducing children to cooking.
- Hand-washing technique
- Measuring techniques
- Mixing techniques
- Cutting techniques
- Basic food prep techniques
The illustrations of cooking techniques were created by the Registered Dietitians at Dairy Farmers of Canada. in collaboration with the Centre de services scolaire de Montréal and Ateliers cinq épices.
Consult the guide A Recipe for Successful Cooking Workshops. Designed for elementary school settings, it complements these illustrated techniques perfectly.
Language:
French
For any question or help please reach out to education@dfc-plc.ca
Cost :
FREE
This kit includes
Cracking an Egg
A short animation of a technique to achieve this in a clean and efficient way
Cutting with a Knife – Technique B
A short animation on how to hold food by placing your hand in the shape of a C
Cutting with a Knife – Technique A
A short animation on how to form a bridge with the hand holding the food
Peeling a Long Vegetable with a Peeler
A short animation of a technique to peel a carrot or a cucumber safely
Washing Foods
A short animation of a technique to properly wash fruits and vegetables before cooking them
Mixing with a Wooden Spoon
A short animation of a technique for mixing ingredients in a large bowl
Mixing with a Metal Spoon
A short animation of a technique for mixing ingredients in a small bowl
Measuring Wet Ingredients with a Measuring Cup
A short animation of a technique to fill a measuring cup efficiently
Measuring Dry Ingredients with a Measuring Spoon
A short animation of a technique to fill a measuring spoon efficiently
Measuring Dry Ingredients with a Measuring Cup
A short animation of a technique to fill a measuring cup efficiently
Grating
A short animation of a technique to use a grater safely
Spreading a Topping
A short animation of a technique to spread a topping with a butter knife
Filling and Rolling a Tortilla
A short animation of a technique for rolling a filled tortilla without dropping the filling