Preparation time: 15 Minutes. But what goes on during that time? How do we change whole foods into foods ready to cook or eat? Learn techniques to grate, peel, scoop and shred to help prepare different foods. Realize how different methods of mixing food involve strength while others requre finesse. See how to prepare meat and vegetables for a variety of cooking methods by basting, breading, brushing, dredging and marinating them.