The main reason for cooking foods is because we do not want to eat them raw; although some foods can be eaten raw. Cooking also helps to kill any bacteria or contamination in foods.

We cook food to improve the taste and texture. We combine foods to improve flavor. Cooking does destroy some germs.

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Why do we cook food?

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∙ 9y ago

Updated: 10/6/2023

Its to kill any germs or bacteria found in raw foods. Of course, some foods dont have those bacteria, so they can be eaten raw.

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What does the ships cook do?

Cook food

Can microwaves cook food from the inside out?

no the microwave can not cook food from the inside out.

Why is aluminium foil used to cook food?

to furthuer cook the food

What does the cook place your food on?

To serve the food, the cook might place it on a plate.

How do mushers cook their food?

Mushers cook food in a bonfire while they race

Can Taylor cook good food?

no.. wolves cant cook food they eat it raw

Do other animals cook their food?

No, most animals do not cook their food. Cooking food is a behavior unique to humans.

Why did women cook?

it was her duty to cook good food

Does a chef cook food or cut trees?

Cook.

Did Henry VIII cook food?

He did not cook food he had servants that served him and he ate a lot of fat food like pies

Do animals cook their food in the wild?

No, animals in the wild do not cook their food. They typically consume their food raw or in its natural state.

How did the pioneer's cook food?

they cook fish in a pot by the sea

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