350 Think About It How Experienced Are You with Choosing and Preparing Vegetables? In this chapter, you will learn about vegetables. Respond to the statements below to assess your vegetable expertise. Essential Question What are the advantages of feeling confident about buying, storing, and preparing the different types of vegetables? Chapter 15 Versatile Vegetables Lesson 15.1 Types of Vegetables Lesson 15.2 Selecting, Storing, and Preparing Vegetables e Reading Warm-Up Read the chapter title and tell a classmate what you have experienced or already know about the topic. Write a paragraph describing what you would like to learn about the topic. After reading the chapter, share two things you have learned with the classmate. sarsmis/Shutterstock.com Statement Yes No I have chopped leaf vegetables. I have roasted root vegetables. I have pared a tuber. I have eaten a seed vegetable. I have purchased a fresh bulb vegetable. I have microwaved a fresh flower vegetable. I have stored canned vegetables. I have prepared frozen vegetables. I have cooked vegetables in a way that preserves their color and nutrients. I have made a soup with vegetables. I have grilled vegetables. Total your “Yes” and “No” answers. The more “Yes” answers you have, the more experience you have selecting and preparing vegetables. What changes could you make to turn your “No” answers into “Yes” answers? Create a plan to get more experience selecting and preparing vegetables.