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Baking
Baking is cooking by dry heat and an art form all on its own. Attributed to the Babylonians, baking food has been around since as far back as 3,000 BC.
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What is the diffence between convention oven bake and regular bake?
Convection baking is baking using heated air that is blown around the food. Regular baking is placing a food inside a box over the heat. Convection baking will dry the surface of the food more, giving it a crisp/crusty texture.
Where can I purchase the best baking pans?
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How long do you bake boneless porkchops?
It's better just to fry them!! Yummm.
- In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until juices run clear.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the jam, vinegar and mustard. Cover and microwave on high for 20-25 seconds or until heated through. Serve over pork chops.
Should you lower the oven temperature when using pyrex?
According to Pyrex it does. I'm not sure why this is; my best guess is that if the oven heats up unevenly while the Pyrex is in there (like maybe the rack gets extra hot first) the temperature differentials on the glass can stress it.
Does it taste nice if you have normal sponge cake and creme fraiche as a filling?
Sponge cake with creme fraiche filling is a universally liked combination. It is something that Europeans would appreciate more than in the Western world. The creme fraiche would be ideal as a topping as well.
How much is 1 cup of warm water in ml?
One cup of warm water is equal to 250 ml. A half cup of water is equal to 125 ml and 1/3 cup is equal to 80 ml.
What is the name of the gas that bubbles in the dough to make the dough rise?
What is the size of a sugar granule?
The size of the granules differ depending on what kind of sugar you are talking about. www.joyofbaking.com/sugar.html
What are some ways to knead dough?
There are two methods:
* by hand - kneading the bread with your knuckles then folding over and kneading over again. * by machine - put the bread into the machine and let it do its thing.
Why is it important to check that the gas is alight before closing the oven door?
It is important to check that the gas is alight because you have to make the oven warm up
How many eggs is equal to 2 cups of liquid eggs?
It depends on the size of the egg itself, whether it is small, large, etc. If you need an exact measurement, it would be best to put the egg whites into the liquid measure as they're separated. If you go a little over, remove by the tablespoon until you get to a cup.
Can i use dark chocolate instead of semi sweet?
Yes you can. Dark chocolate and semi-sweet have essentially the same consistency, and therefore bake at about the same rate.
Do you bake salmon skin side up or down?
Yes, you should bake the salmon with the skin side facing downward.
How long will it take to bake a dish at 250 instead of 275?
I would start with 1:45 and check it (is it bubbling? is the top browning? is it hot in the center?) If it has a top that can burn easily, cover with foil for first hour.
Why self raising flour is used in crumble?
This is simply to make it easier. You can make self rising flour yourself. Simply do 1/2 tsp of salt and 1 tsp of baking powder in the bottom of each cup of flour.
A Jaconde or Biscuit Joconde is a fancy cake with a decorative sponge around a mousse or jelly filling usually. La Joconde or La Gioconda is what most of Europe calls the mona Lisa. I dunno which your trying to figure out.
What are the ingredients in typical baking sprinkles?
they are made of sugar.
Not only sugar but 2 types of oil and....... wax! I know, very gross and very fattening!
