1. Minimum heat: high temperature affect food values. Foods should be tenderized but not overcooked. A favored method is to cook until moderately tender.

2. Minimum water: Some minerals are water soluble and will vanish when fodds are cooked in too much water. Use as little water as possible.

3. Minimum Air Exposure: Wherever possible, plunge foods into boiling water quickly and then cover the cooking vessel with a lid. This avoids oxidation and conserves Vitamin A and C.

4. Minimum Trimming: Some fruits and vegetables have to be trimmed before cooking, so the wise step is to cook them as quickly as possible after exposing their surfaces.

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