National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Culinary Practice Exam

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A baked potato is considered ready to serve when it feels:

Soft and mealy
Firm to the bite
Crisp and dry
Sticky and dense

The correct answer is: Crisp and dry

A baked potato is considered ready to serve when it feels soft and mealy. When cooked properly, the interior of the potato becomes fluffy and tender, allowing for easy mashing with a fork. The skin also softens, and the potato should give under gentle pressure. The other options describe textures that indicate the potato is not fully cooked or prepared for serving. A firm-to-the-bite texture suggests an undercooked potato, while crisp and dry characteristics may relate to overcooked skin but do not apply to the desired soft interior. A sticky and dense potato points to insufficient cooking, leading to a heavy and undesirable texture. Thus, the ideal state for a baked potato is indeed soft and mealy, indicating it's ready to be enjoyed.