Staple Foods

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  1. 7. A nutrient found in staple foods that provides energy.
  2. 8. This grain is ground into flour to make bread and pasta.
  3. 11. A grain used in soups and to make malt for drinks.
  4. 12. A plant that is grown in large amounts for food.
  5. 14. A style of cooking, often based on a region’s staple foods.
  6. 16. The activity of growing crops or raising animals for food.
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  1. 1. A type of plant like beans or lentils that is high in protein.
  2. 2. A common food made from flour and yeast, often eaten with butter or jam.
  3. 3. A nutrient found in foods like potatoes and rice that gives energy.
  4. 4. A small white grain that is a staple food in many Asian countries.
  5. 5. A legume that comes in many types like kidney, black, and pinto.
  6. 6. A starchy vegetable that can be mashed, baked, or fried.
  7. 9. The process of gathering crops from the fields.
  8. 10. powder made by grinding grains, used in baking.
  9. 13. A popular Italian food made from wheat and water, often served with sauce.
  10. 14. A yellow vegetable that grows on a cob and is also used to make popcorn.
  11. 15. These grains are often eaten as porridge for breakfast.
  12. 17. A small, hard seed used as food, like rice or wheat.