Meal Strategies Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 3. a characteristic of foods that should be pleasing to the taste and a consideration used when planning meals.
  2. 7. a characteristic of foods considered when planning meals. A variety of temperatures in a meal is more appetizing.
  3. 9. a meal traditionally served in the middle of the day and non-traditionally at other times of the day.
  4. 10. a characteristic of foods considered when planning meals. A variety of shapes in a meal is more appetizing.
  5. 12. a characteristic of foods considered when planning meals. A variety of textures in a meal make it more appealing and interesting.
  6. 13. a meal traditionally eaten in the morning to “break” the “fast” after a long period of time without food. Nontraditionally eaten any time of the day
  7. 14. a characteristic of food to consider when meal planning. Can make a meal more appetizing.
  8. 15. foods eaten between meals as a way to minimize hunger or keep up energy levels.
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  1. 1. method used for food preparation that makes preparation time shorter.
  2. 2. foods already prepared and used as part of a meal. Some convenience foods have all the ingredients included to prepare a dish but must be made at home.
  3. 4. a time a meal is typically served based on personal or family needs.
  4. 5. using several foods in the food guidance system to create a meal to add appeal and meet nutritional goals.
  5. 6. a meal traditionally eaten in the evening. In the South, lunch may also be called dinner; while “dinner” is called supper.
  6. 8. a time a meal is typically served based on personal or family needs.
  7. 10. dishes that use no pre-prepared or prepackaged convenience foods. Considered “home-cooked.”
  8. 11. a list of foods, usually in order of being served, served at a meal.