This document presents a student's comprehensive responses to a short-answer assessment for the SITHCCC005 Prepare Dishes Using Basic Methods of Cookery unit, conducted at Macallan College. The assessment covers various aspects of food preparation and cookery, including methods of cookery like boiling, steaming, poaching, stewing, braising, roasting, grilling, baking, shallow-frying, and deep-frying. The responses include examples of dishes for each method, equipment used, safety aspects, cleaning procedures, and the translation of culinary terms. The assessment also emphasizes the importance of checking ingredient quality, understanding internal temperatures, and identifying critical aspects of cooking, such as color and texture, to ensure food safety and quality. This resource provides valuable insights into the practical application of culinary knowledge and is beneficial for students studying cookery.