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Milk
Milk is one of the world's most common beverages. You add it to your cereal, you dunk cookies in it. It also "does a body good." Ask questions about this calcium-rich animal product here.
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What emulsifies fats and oils in milk?
Initially, the milk duct produces fat as globules, a membrane that prevents the fat from combining into clumps. These are still lighter than water, so it will eventually form a layer of cream on the top of milk.
When you take this natural mix out of the body the milkfat will separate in hours. It also heats up and proteins break down - this causes the milk fat (butter) to rise, giving what's called a cream line. This is how milk was had for centuries.
Now we humans invented a process call homogenization. What we do is force the milkfat and water-based milk through a very fine nozzle under high pressure. That gives rise to very very small globules (about 10 times smaller than is produced by the mother). These globules are so small that they can stay suspended indefinitely because small proteins called casein stick one half to the fat and one half to the watery component. The fat is still lighter or heavier than water, but the globules are so small they stay suspended by Brownian motion for a very long time.
source:
http://www.foodsci.uoguelph.ca/dairyedu/homogenization.html
Where is Horizon milk available?
"Believe it or not. They have their own website you can go to their website and get some delivered to you fast. If not, then try a HyVee; they have a big organic sections."
What does cow milk do in cooking?
Cow milk enhances texture in cooking. It provides creaminess and richness due to its fat content. The degree of richness and creaminess will depend upon the percentage of fat contained in the milk. The levels of fat also vary between cream, heavy cream, evaporated milk and condensed milk. They are all excellent choices for thickening soups, sauces, custards, puddings and ice cream. The more they are reduced (water removed), the thicker and richer the flavor. In baked goods, milk creates a softer texture and adds additional flavor. Milk products even tenderize meat, therefore, are often called for in marinades.
Though milk is only slightly more acidic than water, the lactic acid tenderizes meat. An acidic value when added to marinades breaks down the muscles and collagen of the meat. Milk is often used over lemon or vinegar, which tends to dry out meat. Some marinade recipes call for yogurt, which works in the same manner. Though buttermilk and yogurt contain higher acidity levels, milk is less expensive. It is suggested that the calcium levels in milk may also contribute to this process.
When heated, milk is altered, therefore, when adding it to cooked sauces it may curdle easily. This is the reason why when making a roux one combines butter or fat along with flour prior to adding milk. Milk contains casein. The combining of the flour and casein prevents the milk from curdling.
One may bake fish and vegetables in milk, as well. Adding baking soda or another acid ingredient prevents curdling. The acidic value lowers the pH level as portions of the casein forms into soluble salts and caramelizes. In turn, the acid dissolves the curd. Another tip is to add the milk in small amounts, spread throughout the baking period.
In bread baking, milk provides a softer texture and enhances flavor. It also aids browning as well as controls the pH levels in the fermentation process, as does flour and salt. Dried milk is often called for in bread machine recipes. Once dried milk is moistened, bacteria grow quickly compared to fresh milk as dried milk has not been sterilized. Heat from cooking or baking kills the bacteria.
Milk is sometimes added to scrambled eggs or omelets to add moisture, resulting in softer eggs once cooked. Buttermilk, sour cream and yogurt may also be used for this purpose. They also provide a higher rise in gluten-free baked goods due to their high acidic levels as well as protein levels.
How much water do you add to a 12 ounce can of evaporated milk to get regular milk?
The volume ratio is approx. 10:1.
What type of organisms make milk into yogurt?
Bacteria are used in the production of yogurt.
"The yogurt starter mix begins with friendly bacteria. Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus bulgaricus or Lactobacillus acidophilus and Lactobacillus casei---are added to the warm milk" -http://www.ehow.com/how-does_5171896_do-make-yogurt.html
Is it okay to drink chocolate milk after the sale date expires?
Some feel it is, but that expiration date is there for a reason. And a container of milk is simply not worth the risk of getting sick. I always go by the golden rule: "When in doubt, throw it out."
Where does shurfine buy its milk?
- in new england, stores supplied thru assoc. grocers of new england, h.p. hood bottles the shurfine lable milk.
What is the falling action in the face on the milk carton?
Well, darling, the falling action in "The Face on the Milk Carton" is when Janie confronts her parents about her true identity and learns the shocking truth about her past. It's basically when all the juicy secrets start spilling out and Janie's world gets turned upside down. So, grab some popcorn and enjoy the drama unfold!
Milk is actually low in salt. Since plants like grasses are low in sodium and chloride, dairy cattle need to be supplemented with salt by mixing minerals and salt in the feed they are fed.
What was the result of mixing the boiled enzyme with milk?
Once you boil the enzyme, it will be inactivated. Milk will have no effects of the enzyme.
This nutrient is found in fortified milk and cereals and sunlight helps produce in the body?
Vitamin D?
What is a recyclable thing you can make out of a 2 liter plastic milk bottles?
They can be used as bird feeders (Cut a hole in the side and fill with seed), water storage, and even fish traps (Cut off at shoulders, put bait in the bottom, invert the top and seal. Fish can get in but not out).
Calf milk poweder is for baby cows that, for some reason, can not nurse from there mother. Calf milk powder is the same to a cow as formula is to an infant.
How do you know a carton milk has gone bad?
Milk has a very detectable odor when it has gone bad. One will notice the odor as soon as they open the carton. If any food does not smell right, it is best not to eat it.
What is used in milk commercials instead of real milk?
Usually a mixture of white paint and thinner to give it a realistic consistency.
