FOOD & NUTRITION
DEPARTMENT 62
SUPERINTENDENT:Sharon Ashton
sharonashton85@yahoo.com
248-891-8320
Learning Objective: To encourage youth to develop knowledge and education of nutrition for different foods.
Rules: MIXES ARE NOT ALLOWED Recipes required with all entries. Submit typed recipe on an 8 ½ X 11 paper in a page protector.All recipes become the property of the Oakland County Fairboard and have the right to edit, publish and/or advertise the recipes and the names of the exhibitors without compensation to the exhibitors. Include date item was made. A sample portion of the entry will be left for exhibit.Judging will be made based on taste, appearance and texture characteristics of the food, presentation, and information provided on the recipe card completed by each exhibitor as part of the entry. All food entries will be subject to taste-testing.All food should be brought to the Fair as you would present it to a guest.
Placings and Awards:
Divisions 1-15:1-6 Strip Ribbons and Premium Money.
Best of Show:1-6 Rosettes, First Place- $5.00 and Trophy
DIVISION 1- CANDY
These are cooked or uncooked simple homemade candies like fudge, peanut clusters, brittle, pralines, toffee, divinity, bon bons, fondant, taffy, molded and dipped candies, dipped pretzels.Display will consist of 3 pieces.Bring extras for taste testing.
Class:
6201015-7 years old (competitive)
620102 8-11 years old
620103 12-14 years old
62010415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 2 – COOKIES
These are dropped or bar cookies, rolled, cut using a cookie cutter, and fancy cookies.Display will consist of 3 cookies.Bring extras for taste testing.
Class:
6202015-7 years old (competitive)
6202028-11 years old
62020312-14 years old
62020415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 3–CONDIMENTS
These are fine and special food exhibitsExamples include flavored vinegars, flavored oils, homemade relish, etc.
Class:
6203015-7 years old (competitive)
6203028-11 years old
62030312-14 years old
62030415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 4- PRESERVATION FREEZING AND CANNING
These exhibits demonstrate ways to extend the longevity of foods for eating at a later date.For all classes include an 8 ½ X 11 page listing ingredients, where ingredients were acquired, method used to preserve and date the item was processed.
Class:
620401Freezinga package of fruit or a package of vegetables or baked goods, etc.Freezer entries will be taken home after being judged.A Trifold Display is required to remain for display.
620402Jam/Jelly – 3 matching half pint jars with 2 piece lidsFreezer jam/jelly must include a trifold display only to remain for display.
620403Dried Foodsquantity of 2 cups or more in resealable clear container. Can be dried naturally, or by an appliance.
620404CanningA display of 3.Must have uniformity of lids and rings.All canning needs to be in pint or quart clear glass jars with two piece lids.Canned goods must be the work of the exhibitor.To be judged on quality, appearance, arrangement, clarity and container.Please submit recipe on an 8 ½ X 11 paper in a page protector and include the contents of jar and method of preservation.Lids must be dated with the month and year canned.
Best of Show
DIVISION 5- FOOD EDUCATION
These exhibits demonstrate information about specific food issues.
Class:
620501 Educational Exhibit
620502Notebook and trifold display on food preparation, food groups, etc.
620503Foods records Notebook and trifold display of activities relating to foods projects completed during the current year.
Best of Show
DIVISION 6- TABLE SETTING
These exhibits are collections of arranged plates, bowls, and silverware presented on a table.One entry in this division. Table space will be provided (approx. 2’ x 3’).Setting the table will be done in front of the judge. Exhibit to include a two-person place setting, centerpiece, tablecloth and an appropriate menu relating to the setting.Exhibitor’s personal appearance should be neat and clean.
Class:
620601Everyday
620602Outdoor
620603Holiday
620604Formal
Best of Show
DIVISION 7– BREAD
These are biscuits, quick breads (zucchini, banana or cornbread), doughnuts, coffee cakes, fritters, muffins, yeast breads, rolls, etc.
Class:
6207015-7 years old (competitive)
6207028-11 years old
62070312-14 years old
62070415-19 years old
Best of Show
Red Star® Yeast and coupons will be available to all exhibitors in any of the food categories.In addition, Red Star® merchandise award items will be given to three winners in the yeast bread categories. To be eligible to win the Red Star Yeast prize, exhibitors must use Red Star Yeast and attach an empty packet or photo to their recipe entry.
DIVISION 8-CAKES
These are unfrosted cake squares, cupcakes,bundt cakes, tortes, etc.
Class:
6208015-7 years old (competitive)
6208028-11 years old
62080312-14 years old
62080415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 9 - PIES
These are large fruit tarts.No purchased pie shells or mixes are permitted.The whole pie must be entered.Leave one piece on a plate
after judging.Examples include pumpkin, fruit, mincemeat, cream, pecan, meringue, cheese cake, etc.
Class:
6209015-7 years old (competitive)
6209028-11 years old
62090312-14 years old
62090415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 10- MAIN DISHES
These exhibits are the most important part of the meal.
Class:
621001Vegetarian
621002Casseroles
621003Salad and Salad Dressing
621004Pasta/noodles home made
621005High Protein:Meat, cheese, etc.
Best of Show
DIVISION 11- APPETIZER/HORS D’OEUVRES
These are small amounts of food eaten.
Class:
6211015-7 years old (competitive)
6211028-11 years old
62110312-14 years old
62110415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 12ALL OTHER DESSERTS
These exhibits are foods generally eaten at the end of a meal.
Class:
6212015-7 years old (competitive)
6212028-11 years old
62120312-14 years old
62120415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 13-JAR RECIPES
These exhibits are recipes in mason jars designed to be given as gifts.Bring jar to display, the recipe on an 8 ½ X 11 paper in a page protector and samples to taste.
Class:
621301Beverages
621302Desserts
621303Breads
621304Meals
Best of Show
DIVISION 14-DECORATIVE FOODS/FOOD ART
These exhibits are food that has been altered to
provide a visual appeal.This is the art of modifying, processing, arranging or decorating food to enhance its aesthetic appeal.Search food art for ideas.
Class:
6214015-7 years old (competitive)
6214028-11 years old
62140312-14 years old
62140415-19 years old
Best of Show
DIVISION 15-OTHER DIETARY CONSIDERATIONS
Includes gluten-free, nut-free, diary-free, and sugar-free.
Class:
6215015-7 years old (competitive)
6215028-11 years old
62150312-14 years old
62150415-19 years old
Best of Show