1.1 Planning Family Meals

• Meaning of terms used in meal planning
• Factors to consider when planning meals for the family
• Types of meals prepared for a family
• Nutrient requirements for different groups in the family
• Planning and cooking meals for different groups

• explain factors to consider when planning meals for the family
• describe different types of meals prepared for a family
• analyse nutrient requirements for different groups in the family
• plan and cook meals for different groups in the family
• recognise the importance of planning meals for the family

“Why is meal planning important?”

“How does individual nutrient requirement affect planning of family meals?”

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1. Meaning of meal planning terms
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   Explain the terms used in meal planning.
2. Factors to consider when planning meals
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   Explain the factors that guide the planning of family meals.
3. Breakfast, brunch and morning tea
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe the morning meals of a family.
4. Lunch, dinner and afternoon tea
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe the meals taken after noon.
5. Nutrients in a balanced meal
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Build a balanced meal from the food groups.
6. Meals for infants and young children
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Describe the feeding of infants and young children.
7. Meals for adolescents
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Explain the nutrient needs of adolescents.
8. Meals for expectant and breastfeeding mothers
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Explain the nutrient needs of expectant and breastfeeding mothers.
9. Meals for older persons and sedentary workers
   40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
   Explain the nutrient needs of less active people.
10. Meals for manual workers and sports persons
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Explain the nutrient needs of people who work hard or play sport.
11. Meals for vegetarians, invalids and convalescents
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Plan special meals for members with particular needs.
12. Planning meals, safety and importance
    40 min · 1 practice tasks · quiz
    Plan, cook and serve a family meal safely and hygienically.