Cooking with Milk

Undesirable reactions that can occur when cooking with milk are given below. Identify each problem by reading the clues. Then describe a method that could be used to prevent the undesirable reaction. Problem #1 Curdling- Clumps have formed in a scalloped potato and ham casserole.This problem can be prevented by using low temperatures and fresh milk. Problem #2 Scum Formation - A solid layer has formed on the surface of hot chocolate.This problem can be prevented by stirring the milk during heating, beating the milk with a rotary beater, or covering the pan. Problem #3 Scorching - Milk heated in a pan has a brown color and a coating has formed on the bottom of the pan.This problem can be prevented by using low heat or by heating the milk in the top of a double boiler. The steps for preparing a white sauce using a slurry are listed below. Read the steps and organize them in the correct order. 1 Combine fat free milk, flour, and seasonings in a blender container of small, covered jar. 2 Blend or shake until thoroughly mixed. 3 Cook the slurry in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. 4 Stir gently until the mixture reaches a boil. 5 Cook the slurry for one minute longer until the sauce is smooth and thickened. The steps for preparing a white sauce using a roux are listed below. Read the steps and organize them in the correct order. 1 Melt the fat over low heat. 2 Stir in flour and seasonings to form a paste. 3 Stir milk into the roux. 4 Stir constantly while cooking the mixture over medium heat until it thickens into a smooth sauce. List three uses of white sauce in cooking.