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 straightforward 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 to you!
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.
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