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Cooking and Baking Tips

  • Bleached vs Unbleached Flour

    In this post please find what I hope will be helpful links to make sure your baked goodies are the best they can be. A great explanation from The King Arthur Baking Company by author Rossi Anastopoulo   Unbleached flour is better for bread as its structure creates a more…

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  • Ripen An Avocado in 10 minutes

    Found this from The Today Show Very Interesting! Also includes tips for grilling a perfect hamburger, making your own BBQ Sauce and husking corn easily! CREDIT: The Today Show

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  • Tips For Baking Cheesecakes

    To prevent cracking follow these quick mixing and baking hints: Mixing: ***Soften cream cheese before mixing. To soften in microwave, place one unwrapped package in a microwaveable bowl. Microwave on high 15 seconds. Add 15 seconds for each additional package of cream cheese. ***Don’t overbeat. Beat on low speed after…

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  • Common Substitutions for Baking

    Common Substitutions for Baking There’s nothing more frustrating than running out of an ingredient when you’re right in the middle of cooking. Consider substituting the missing ingredient with something else from your kitchen. Here are a few common substitution ideas. Allspice 1 teaspoon (5 mL) = 1/2 teaspoon (2 mL)…

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