Analysis of Alternatives

Analysis of Recipes:

	Penne Pasta with Mushroom-Tomato Sauce		Vegetarian Pizza
	PROS	CONS	PROS	CONS
TIME	Fast and easy. Mixing it all together helps it to be served faster too.	If the pasta is not cooked right it has to be cooked again.	It is just a matter of putting all of the ingredients on the base and putting them in the oven for 10 minutes max. So they are quick and easy.
SUITABLE FOR END USE	It is suitable to be put into the tuckshop. Can easily be made in bulk.		It is suitable to be put into the tuckshop. Can easily be made in bulk.
SKILLS	The terminology is easy to understand.		It is an easy recipe to follow for any skill level however no real skills are needed.
TECHNIQUES	It only involves chopping up the ingredients to add to the sauce, therefore,  can be changed easily by simply adding different vegetables and herbs.	Figuring out exactly how long to cook the pasta would make things easier if being cooked in bulk regularly.	Cutting up the required vegetables and toppings. These can be changed and makes this recipe highly flexible.
WHAT IS AVAILABLE TO ME	All ingredients can be purchased at the local supermarkets.		All ingredients can be purchased at the local supermarkets.
COST	Fairly cheap.		Cheap and remains cheap when making this recipe in bulk.
STRENGTH OF RECIPE	Tastes rich and fresh with many different flavours.		Uses fresh vegetables and topping and the flavour can vary depending on the toppings used.
INGREDIENTS	Fresh herbs, mushrooms and onions with canned tomatoes.		Fresh herbs and vegetables. Cheese.
IS IT NUTRITIONAL?	Yes. It can also be modified to be gluten-free or dairy free.			The pizza base and cheese aren’t too healthy although a gluten and dairy free option is available.
Could it include to cover people with intolerances?	Yes, simply use gluten-free pasta		Yes, gluten free pizza bases are available at the local supermarket.
Will it appeal to teenagers?	Yes, I specifically chose recipes popular within the teenage age group.		Yes, I specifically chose recipes popular within the teenage age group.