Cook it
If you thought growing the potatoes was fun, wait until you’ve tried some of these delicious recipes! Each recipe is written in a straight forward style suitable for most pupils between 5-11 years.
The recipes are a basic guide and can be adapted to suit all tastes... and imaginations! Each recipe tells you what equipment is needed, a list of ingredients, how to prepare and cook the dish and then leaves the eating up for you!
nutrional information which you can download here
Everyone should eat a balanced diet. This 'eatwell plate' shows the amounts and types of foods needed to make up a balanced diet and eat well.
Here are some interesting ideas for ‘cook it’ lessons:
- Using the recipe for a baked potato, how many different toppings can you think of? For instance: cucumber and tuna, baked beans and bacon or anchovies and chickpeas. Make a selection of favourite toppings and take a vote for the best topping.
Curriculum guide: Science. Key Stage 1: Sc1. Sc2a, b, e, f, g. Design and Technology 1a, b, c e. 2b. 3a, b.
Key Stage 2. Science. Sc11a, b. 2a, b, c, d. Design and Technology 1a, b, c, d. 2c. 3a, b, c.
- After reading and experimenting with the recipes, why not try and devise a recipe using the potato as the main ingredient? The recipe should be suitable for pupils between 5-11 years to prepare, cook and eat, using ingredients that can be found in most households. Why not discuss which recipe is considered the healthiest option and what makes it a healthy choice?
Curriculum guide: Science. Key Stage 1: Sc1 2a, b, c, e, f, g. Design and Technology 1a, b, c, d, e. 3a, b.
Key Stage 2: Sc1 a, b. Design and Technology 1a, b, c, d. 2c.
- Take a small sample of potato varieties, for instance, King Edward, Cara, Maris Piper and Charlotte. Prepare and cook each variety using a different method such as, mash, bake, roast and boil. Sample each variety and decide which is best for mashing, baking, roasting and boiling.
Curriculum guide: Science. Key Stage 1: Sc1 2a, b, c, d, e, f, g. Design and Technology 1a, b, c, d. 3a, b.
Key Stage 2: Science Sc1a, b. 2a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h.
Alternatively, follow the link to our Potatoes For Schools Teachers Guide and follow lesson plans for Lessons 10, 11 and 12.
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