West Chester Henderson High School – Introduction to Food Preparation

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Students engage in proper selection, preparation, planning, and storage of foods in this interdisciplinary introduction into the culinary world. Students employ a variety of cooking and baking skills, and expand their knowledge in the essentials of safety, sanitation, measurement, and nutrition. Teacher demonstrations, student cooking labs, and technology are an integral part of the course. Recipe topics include: pastries, quick breads, pasta and other grains, proteins, salads, vegetarian dishes, and much more.