Food Preparation and Nutrition J309,01 November 2020, OCR GCSE Past Papers with Mark Schemes

The 2020 GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition paper emphasizes fat′s role in the diet, its impact on health, and methods to reduce dietary fat. It explores microwave cooking benefits, the role of key ingredients in Swiss roll preparation, and vitamin functions. Methods of food preservation, blast chilling, and cook-chill advantages are examined. The paper discusses factors influencing food choice, vegan dietary needs, sensory food properties, and criteria for high-quality fresh meat. It concludes with insights on intensive farming and organic food advantages, promoting balanced diets, food safety, and sustainable practices.