Mr.

Rhoades

CHRISTMAS MATH
BACKGROUND

For Christmas this year, Mr. and Mrs. Rhoades are making homemade gift baskets for their friends and family.
Each gift basket will contain 1 loaf of banana walnut bread, a jar of tasty pimiento cheese spread, a box of
spicy crackers, and a serving of Mr. Rhoades famous candied bacon. Altogether, they have to make a total of
16 gift baskets.
YOUR ASSIGNMENT
Do the math for Mr. Rhoades!
Using your proportions skills and the recipes provided, determine how much of each ingredient will be needed
for the gift baskets and how much all of the combined ingredients will cost.
Your Grade will consist of 5 parts, DUE THURSDAY:

Group Stamina (15%)

Correct Completion of All Tables (35%)
Correct Completion of Summary Questions (35%)
Participation grade given by your teammates (15%)
Bonus Opportunities for Early Finishers

This is a major assignment. In addition, there will be a short quiz at the end of the project to independently
assess what you learned in this project.
ADDITIONAL NOTES

To complete the project, you will need some outside information. (Ex: How many ounces are in a cup?)
A guide sheet has been provided.
Responsible use of computers and electronic devices is permitted.
When it comes to grocery shopping, buying in bulk (in large quantities) is almost always a better
bargain. You are buying MORE, so the price is definitely going to be more expensive--but the larger the
size, the less you pay per ounce.
We want to be cost-efficient with all purchases, meaning we want to buy as cheaply as possible
without wasting anything. For each ingredient, we want as little left over as possible.
Example: If we need 60 ounces of mayo and only have a 48-ounce jar and a 16-ounce jar to choose
from, the best option is to buy one 48-ounce jar and one 16-ounce jar. This option leaves us with the
least amount of leftover mayo and also takes advantage of the 48-ounce jar cost-per-ounce savings.

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CHRISTMAS MATH

GROUP NAME:



GROUP MEMBERS:

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STAMINA DEMERITS15 pts (to be completed by Mr. Rhoades):

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TABLES (35 pts): % correct __________ = __________ pts





SUMMARY QUESTIONS (35 pts): % correct __________ = __________ pts

NOTES:

BANANA WALNUT BREAD

Total Time: 1 hr 20 min

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 1 hr
Recipe makes 1 loaf. (Each gift basket will receive one loaf.)

INGREDIENTS
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 stick unsalted butter
1 cup granulated (white) sugar
3 very ripe bananas
1/2 cup toasted walnut pieces

DIRECTIONS
Sift the flour, baking soda and salt into a medium bowl and set aside. Whisk the eggs and vanilla together
in a liquid measuring cup with a spout and set aside. Lightly brush a 9- by 5- by 3-inch loaf pan with
butter. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Cream the butter and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or with a hand-held
mixer) until light and fluffy. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the butter, while mixing, until
incorporated. Add the bananas (the mixture will appear to be curdled, so don't worry), and remove the
bowl from the mixer.

With a rubber spatula, mix in the flour mixture until just incorporated. Fold in the nuts and transfer the
batter to the prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean,
about 55 minutes. Cool the bread in the pan on a rack for at least 5 minutes. The banana bread is best if
served the next day.

PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD

Total Time: 10 min
Prep Time: 10 min
Recipe makes enough for 2 gift baskets.

INGREDIENTS
2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Cook Time: 0 min

8 ounces cream cheese

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
4 ounces diced pimento peppers, drained
salt and black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS
Place the Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, onion powder,
and pimento into the large bowl of a mixer. Beat at medium speed, with paddle if possible, until
thoroughly combined. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

SPICY CRACKERS

Total Time: 20 min
Prep Time: 20 min
Recipe makes enough for 4 gift baskets.

INGREDIENTS
1 1/4 cups canola oil
1 ounce of dry ranch dressing mix
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
1 (16 ounce) box of saltine crackers

Cook Time: 0 min

DIRECTIONS
Use a large ziplock storage bag. I use the 2 gallon size. Add the oil, ranch dressing mix, red pepper flakes
and crackers. Tumble constantly for 15 minutes. Lay crackers out on wax paper and let sit overnight.

CANDIED BACON

Total Time: 55 min
Prep Time: 5 min
Recipe makes enough for 3 gift baskets.

INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Cook Time: 50 min

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 pound thick-cut bacon

DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Mix brown sugar, rice vinegar, and maple syrup in a small bowl.
Place bacon slices on cooling rack set over a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, turn slices, and bake another 5 minutes.
Remove bacon and brush both sides with brown sugar mixture. Return bacon to the oven and bake
another 5 minutes. Repeat basting every 5 minutes until bacon is browned and crisp, about 35 minutes.

BANANA WALNUT BREAD: HOW MUCH STUFF DO WE NEED?

INGREDIENT

INITIAL PROPORTION

TOTAL NEEDED

All-Purpose Flour

Baking Soda

Salt

Eggs

Vanilla Extract

Unsalted Butter

Sugar

Bananas

Walnut Pieces

HOW MUCH WILL THE BANANA WALNUT BREAD COST?

Ingredient

Size

Quantity
Needed

Unit Price ($)

All-Purpose Flour
Small (2 lb)
1.27

Medium (5 lb)
1.69

Large (10 lb)
3.06
Baking Soda
16 oz
0.77
Salt
26 oz
0.57
Eggs
Small (6 eggs)
1.09

Medium (12 eggs)
1.99

Large (18 eggs)
2.97

Family (60 eggs)
8.59
Vanilla Extract
Small (4 fl oz)
8.99

Large (8 fl oz)
10.99
Unsalted Butter
1 lb box (4 sticks)
3.99
Granulated (White) Sugar
Medium (4 lb)
1.77

Family (25 lb)
10.79
Bananas
6 bananas @ 0.57/lb
1.28
Walnut Pieces
Small (2.25 oz)
2.59

Medium (6 oz)
4.79

Large (16 oz)
10.47










ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

SUBTOTAL
TAX (6.5%)
TOTAL COST

Cost

PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD: HOW MUCH STUFF DO WE NEED?

INGREDIENT

INITIAL PROPORTION

TOTAL NEEDED

Extra Sharp Cheddar

Cheese

Cream Cheese

Mayonnaise

Garlic Powder

Red Pepper Flakes

Onion Powder

Diced Pimiento Peppers

ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

HOW MUCH WILL THE PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD COST?

Ingredient

Size

Quantity
Needed

Unit Price ($)

Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese Small (8 oz)

Medium (16 oz)

Large (24 oz)
Cream Cheese
Regular (8 oz)

Mega (48 oz)
Mayonnaise
Medium (16 fl oz)

Large (48 fl oz)

Mega (1 gallon)
Garlic Powder
Small (2.5 oz)

Medium (5.5 oz)

Large (9.25 oz)
Red Pepper Flakes
Small (1.5 oz)

Large (4.25 oz)
Onion Powder
Small (2.12 oz)

Large (7.5 oz)
Diced Pimiento Peppers
Small (2 oz)

Medium (4 oz)

Large (7 oz)










ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

3.39
4.99
6.99
2.59
8.36
1.99
4.72
8.76
2.98
4.49
6.99
3.19
4.77
2.37
5.19
0.97
1.69
2.49

SUBTOTAL
TAX (6.5%)
TOTAL COST

Cost ($)

SPICY CRACKERS: HOW MUCH STUFF DO WE NEED?

INGREDIENT

INITIAL PROPORTION

TOTAL NEEDED

Canola Oil

Ranch Dressing Dry Mix

Red Pepper Flakes

Saltine Crackers

ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

HOW MUCH WILL THE SPICY CRACKERS COST?

Ingredient

Size

Quantity
Needed

Unit Price ($)

Canola Oil
Small (32 fl oz)

Medium (48 fl oz)

Large (1 gallon)
Ranch Dressing Dry Mix
1 packet (0.6 oz)

1 box (2.4 oz)
Red Pepper Flakes
Small (1.5 oz)

Large (4.25 oz)
Saltine Crackers
1 box (16 oz)










ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

2.17
2.69
6.97
0.69
1.99
3.19
4.77
1.19

SUBTOTAL
TAX (6.5%)
TOTAL COST

Cost ($)

CANDIED BACON: HOW MUCH STUFF DO WE NEED?

INGREDIENT

INITIAL PROPORTION

TOTAL NEEDED

Brown Sugar

Rice Vinegar

Maple Syrup

Bacon

ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

HOW MUCH WILL THE CANDIED BACON COST?

Ingredient

Size

Quantity
Needed

Unit Price ($)

Brown Sugar
2 lb
2.69
Rice Vinegar
12.7 fl oz
1.99
Maple Syrup
Small (8 fl oz)
5.49

Large (12 fl oz)
7.39
Bacon
Small (1 lb)
4.99

Medium (2 lb)
8.49

Large (4 lb)
14.99










ADDITIONAL RATIOS, PROPORTIONS, GENERAL MATH:

SUBTOTAL
TAX (6.5%)
TOTAL COST

Cost ($)

HELPFUL RATIOS YOU WILL NEED TO FIND

dry cups : ounces

teaspoons : fluid ounces (fl oz)

tablespoons : fluid ounces (fl oz)

fluid ounces : gallons

ounces : pounds

fluid cups : fluid ounces

cups of cheese : ounces

SUMMARY QUESTIONS

1) What will the total bill be for all the ingredients?







2) How much does it cost to make one loaf of banana walnut bread?







3) How much does it cost to make one jar of pimiento cheese spread?







4) How much does it cost to make one gift basket serving of spicy crackers?







5) How much does it cost to make one gift basket serving of candied bacon?







6) What is the total cost to make all the food for one gift basket?


7) What percent of a gift baskets cost does pimiento cheese represent?







8) What percent of a gift baskets cost do the spicy crackers represent?







9) Thinking about Mr. Rhoades are there going to be any other costs that need to be considered
when making these gift baskets? Explain in complete sentences.












10) Using math and logic, estimate how many hours it will take to prepare all 16 gift baskets.
What task will take the greatest percentage of time? Explain your estimation process in complete
sentences, using your calculations to support your explanation when necessary.

GRADE YOUR TEAM

On a scale from 0 to 5, (5 representing an absolutely stellar contribution to the groups final

product), grade each member of your team and provide justification for your score.

Example:
Group Member A: Charles

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I gave this person this grade because

Charles had the awesome idea to split up the food and check each others work. He did his part, but
sometimes got distracted by the group next to us.



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Group Member #2: _______________________________________________________

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I gave this person this grade because




Group Member #3: _______________________________________________________

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Me: _______________________________________________________

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I gave myself this grade because