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Processed Food

Year 6 started their new DT companion project looking at processed foods. Using food packaging, they compared the traffic light food labels and the food’s content of sugar, salt and fat. 
 

Designing a healthy meal

Following on from their first lesson, year 6 planned their own healthy menu. They had to include whole foods and their previous knowledge of the ‘eatwell’ plate to ensure their menu had a range of different food groups, minimal processed foods and would contribute to a balanced diet. 

Menu planning

Comparing processed and homemade foods

 

Year 6 took part in food preparation activities to compare the advantages and disadvantages of cooking with whole foods, and the differences in taste. Each group prepared the vegetables for 2 pasta sauces as well as making their own whole meal bread roll. 
The next step ( and the best bit) will be to cook and taste compare. 

Whole food preparation and homemade bread rolls

Evaluating our dishes

After preparing homemade foods, Year 6 evaluated each product. They compared the ingredients, advantages and disadvantages of each dish, discussing how each fitted into a healthy balanced diet. 

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