26 BULLETIN 540, IT. S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. 



adding the same proportion of seasoning in each case. Compare as 

 to flavor. If time and the following vegetables are available, compare 

 also the flavor of tomatoes baked in their skins with stewed tomatoes, 

 and beets baked in a tightly covered casserole with beets boiled in 

 the usual way. (Unless the beets are very tender, the addition of a 

 very small amount of water may be necessary.) 



Points to be brought out. — Many of the flavoring principles of vege- 

 tables are volatile and are soluble in hot water. In baking a large 

 portion of the volatile flavor is held in by the skin. Only those vege- 

 tables which have a natural protective covering and contain suffi- 

 cient water to hydrolyze the starch and cellulose present can be suc- 

 cessfully baked without an artificial outside cover such as a casserole 

 or a paper bag. A tight casserole is better than a bag, because the 

 vegetable can be served in the dish in which it is prepared. When 

 vegetables are boiled and the liquor is poured off some of the nutritive 

 material and much of the mineral salts are lost. 



References. — U. S. Dept. Agr., Farmers' Buls. 256 and 295; Office 

 Expt. Stas. Buls. 43* and 45*. 



Correlation. — Chemistry: Make lists of the vegetables in which 

 given elements predominate. 



Supplementary topic. — English : Describe the vegetables which you 

 have eaten and the ways in which they were prepared. What vege- 

 tables would you like to add to your kitchen garden at home ? 



LESSON 55. 



Problem. — Making a bed, its daily care, and a study of the essential 

 bed clothing. 



Points to be brought out. — The bed should be aired each day. The 

 bedclothes next the sleeper should be frequently changed, since they 

 are likely to be soiled from contact with the body. In no case should 

 we use bed clothing next us which can not be frequently washed. 

 Characteristics desirable in bed covers are warmth and lightness. 



Reference. — Any good book on household management or care. 



Correlation. — English: Make a list of the bed clothing desirable for 

 a family of six and estimate the cost. Discuss metal bedsteads 

 versus wood; different kinds of mattresses, bed springs. (Visit 

 stores and consult catalogues.) 



LESSON 56. 



Problem. — To put clothing in order and pack it properly for the 

 holiday trip home. Any suits or dresses to be taken should be care- 

 fully pressed. 



Points to be brought out. — All garments should be examined to see 

 that they are in perfect repair. Sew on any loose fastenings. In 

 packing all garments should be carefully folded so as to make as few 



