This UNIT will introduce students to the principles of sustainable cooking, focusing on reducing food waste, utilizing local and seasonal ingredients, and adopting eco-friendly cooking practices. Students will explore the environmental impact of food production and consumption and learn how to make more sustainable choices in their cooking.
Jota is a traditional dish from the Friuli Venezia Giulia region of Italy and neighboring Slovenia, known for its hearty combination of beans, sauerkraut, and pork. This lesson will delve into the cultural and historical significance of Jota, examining how traditional recipes can be adapted to modern sustainable cooking practices.
Students will learn about the importance of minimizing food waste in the kitchen. This topic will cover strategies for repurposing food scraps, proper storage techniques to extend the shelf life of ingredients, and creative ways to use leftovers.
Science: Nutritional Science, Food Chemistry
Technology: Food Preservation Techniques, Digital Documentation
Engineering: Cooking Processes, Recipe Engineering
Art: Culinary Presentation, Creative Plating
Mathematics: Measurement and Proportion, Data Analysis
This module aims to educate students on sustainable cooking practices through the preparation of Jota, a traditional dish. Students will learn about the nutritional value of ingredients, ways to minimize food waste, and innovative methods to adapt traditional recipes using sustainable techniques. The module will also enhance students' understanding of food chemistry and preservation.
By the end of the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of sustainable cooking practices.
Identify and implement techniques to reduce food waste in cooking.
Analyze the nutritional content of traditional dishes.
Innovate and adapt traditional recipes to enhance sustainability.
Use digital tools to document and present their cooking process and findings.
This topic will explore the nutritional components of Jota and similar dishes. Students will analyze the health benefits of the ingredients used, understand the role of different nutrients in a balanced diet, and learn how to modify recipes to enhance their nutritional value.
Students will engage in culinary arts by preparing Jota and experimenting with recipe modifications to make the dish more sustainable and nutritious. This topic will emphasize creativity in the kitchen, encouraging students to innovate while respecting traditional flavors and techniques.
Type of activity: Interactive Workshop and Competition
Ingredients for Jota and other seasonal, local ingredients
Cooking equipment (pots, knives, cutting boards, stoves)
Digital tools for documentation and presentation (computers/tablets with internet access)
Research resources on sustainable cooking and food waste
Encourage students to apply sustainable cooking practices creatively.
Foster teamwork and collaboration through a friendly competition.
Develop digital literacy through documentation and presentation of the cooking process and results.
Enhance understanding of nutritional science and food waste reduction.
Introduction to Sustainable Cooking:
Begin with a discussion on the principles of sustainable cooking and its importance.
Introduce Jota as the base recipe and discuss its cultural significance.
Formation of Teams:
Divide students into small teams, each tasked with creating a sustainable version of Jota.
Provide each team with a variety of local, seasonal ingredients and some common pantry items.
Research and Planning:
Allow teams time to research sustainable cooking practices and brainstorm how they can adapt Jota to be more sustainable.
Each team will plan their recipe, considering ways to minimize waste and maximize nutritional value.
Cooking and Experimentation:
Teams will have a set amount of time to cook their version of Jota.
Encourage creativity, such as using vegetable scraps to make broth or finding innovative ways to repurpose leftovers.
Digital Documentation:
Teams will document their cooking process using digital tools, including photos, videos, and written explanations.
Each team will create a digital presentation showcasing their recipe, process, and the sustainable practices they implemented.
Presentation and Tasting:
Teams will present their dishes to the class, explaining their approach to sustainability and the nutritional benefits of their recipes.
The class will taste each dish, and teams can receive feedback on their creations.
Reflection and Discussion:
Conclude with a reflection session where students discuss what they learned about sustainable cooking and how they can apply these practices in their daily lives.
Discuss the challenges faced during the activity and potential solutions.
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Collaboration and teamwork
Digital literacy and documentation
Creativity and innovation in cooking
Environmental awareness and sustainable practices
Collaborative Learning
Project-Based Learning
Experiential Learning
Inquiry-Based Learning
Problem-Solving Challenges
Technology Integration
Cross-Curricular Connections
Cultural and Environmental Awareness
Reflective Practice
Content Creation and Editing:
Canva
iMovie
Clipchamp
Adobe Premiere
Visme
Adobe Spark
Social Media and Content Sharing:
TikTok
YouTube
Presentation and Visualization:
Microsoft PowerPoint
Google Slides
Prezi
Mentimeter
Kahoot!
Project Management and Collaboration:
Asana
MS Teams
Zoom
Google Drive
Trello
