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Make sure it\u0027s cooked slowly and thoroughly, and not just done on the outside.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EAlways follow cooking instructions and never use food past its use-by date.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EKeep food out of the fridge for the shortest time possible.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Food hygiene when cooking indoors"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EAt the start of this activity, remind everyone of kitchen or indoor cooking safety rules and how to act safely.\u0026nbsp;Always tie hair back, tuck in neckers and loose clothing, and wear closed toe shoes. Take a look at our \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safety/safe-camping-residentials-and-outdoor-skills/guidance-for-food-safety/\u0022 title=\u0022Guidance for food safety\u0022\u003Ekitchen safety tips\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EYou may want to run a demonstration on how to use the equipment safely, such as for cooking or chopping ingredients.\u00A0You could use our\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/activities?name=kitchen%20safety?name=kitchensafety\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?name=kitchensafety\u0022\u003Ekitchen safety activities\u003C/a\u003E before this session.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EMake sure any cooking equipment or heat sources, such as ovens and hobs, always have adult supervision, including during free time and arrival times.\u00A0If anyone struggles with sensing danger, you should consider providing extra adult supervision. This could be especially helpful at unstructured times, such as breaks or waiting to cook.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003ERemind everyone to keep their fingers away from any knives. You may want to use blunt, child-friendly knives, or you could also have ingredients pre-chopped.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EIf you\u2019re using a gas stove, tabletop hob plates or a mini oven, make sure it\u2019s on a stable heatproof surface and in a clear and open area, with plenty of ventilation. Gas appliances and sources can increase risk of carbon monoxide exposure. Take a look at our guidance on \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safety/safe-camping-residentials-and-outdoor-skills/\u0022 title=\u0022Safe camping, residentials and outdoor skills\u0022\u003Edifferent cooking methods\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safety/managing-a-safe-scout-premises/carbon-monoxide-co/\u0022\u003Ecarbon monoxide.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EYou may want to put child-safe locks on cupboard doors to prevent access by young people, especially for cupboards containing matches, cleaning products or chemicals.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Food safety when cooking indoors"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EPeople can work in small groups or as a whole group to bake or cook. Each group should have adult supervision.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EYou may want to be in groups, but everyone to use the same cooking source, rather than having each group have their own.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EYou may wish for groups to make or prepare the ingredients in a wider, more spacious area, then invite each group into the kitchen to cook one at a time.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003ERemember the groups not using the kitchen or cooking will still need to be supervised, always following the\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Young People First - Yellow Card\u0022\u003EYellow Card\u003C/a\u003E.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li1\u0022\u003EMake sure you have all the ingredients ready. 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You may wish to demonstrate the methods or activity before you all start cooking.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EIf you\u2019re planning to cook as part of a normal meeting, it may be best to let people know, so that they come ready to make (and eat!) a meal.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ERunning the activity\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGather everyone together and explain that in Scotland, turnips can be called \u2018neeps\u2019 and potatoes can be called \u2018tatties\u2019. Haggis, neeps, and tatties is traditionally eaten on Burns Night, which celebrates the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAsk everyone to get into groups of between four and six people. It\u2019s best if people with similar dietary requirements stick together \u2013 this\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW135835971 BCX8\u0022\u003EAsk everyone to wash their hands with warm water and soap, then get into groups of five. Each group should collect the ingredients and equipment, then find a space.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGive each group a copy of the recipe. 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