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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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Why is yeast used in breadmaking?
so that the bread will rise
Bread yeast is a type of fungi that reproduces by a process called budding. This process causes it to release carbon dioxide which gets trapped in the dough.
Plasticine is oil based, so it melts if you bake it. You will need a product like easy model clay or Fimo if you want to bake it.
What is the difference between chicken shake and bake and pork shake and bake?
The difference is simply the flavor. Chicken shake and bake has specific seasonings designed for poultry, and pork shake and bake is designed to complement pork.
How do you bake macaroni and cheese?
Buy the right cheese! And cook it slowly. Re cheese - some will brown better than others ... not sure why. Kraft 'Cheese' (don't know where you are in the world?) will brown really well but then it's not really cheese is it? In fact in Australia the packaging for this says 'Kraft Singles' as they're not allowed to call it cheese! Anyway you wouldn't use Kraft to make macaroni. Also cook then stick under grill to do browning.
Should chicken breast be covered while baking in the oven?
You should always cover chicken when baking so the moisture stays in the pan and the chicken is less likely to dry out. Adding some butter on top of the chicken and baking on a higher temp (like 400) for the last 10 min will ensure that you still get that great crispy skin, without the side effects of dry chicken.
What is the function of white vegetable fat in a pastry?
Partially hydrogenated oils are very bad for you and are banned in some European countries; they contribute more than saturated fats to heart disease.
Coconut oil has some health properties; the lauric acid contributes to heart health.
Pick fresh unsaturated fats instead of animal fat or partially hydrogenated oils. Coconut oils and avocado oils are two vegetable based saturated fats that are good for you.
There is a lot of evidence that excessive saturated fat contributes to heart disease and cancer.
If your making pancakes can you use all purpose flour?
Yes. Unless the recipe calls for something else it's fine to use All-purpose.
How many ml are in five eights of a cup?
A cup is 250ml. So ... half a cup is 125ml, a quarter of a cup is 63.5ml and an eighth of a cup is 31.25ml.
350g of flour is equal to 2.8 cups (or 2 4/5 cups). This would be approximately 2 3/4 cups.
Where can you find modeling chocolate?
Stores that sell cake decorating supplies may carry ready-made modeling chocolate. A number of online retailers also carry modeling chocolate. However, if you are still unsuccessful in finding it, you should also know that you can make your own, if you so desire. Simply Google "modeling chocolate recipe".
One recipe for modelling chocolate that I found is as follows:
Chocolate Clay (Modeling Chocolate)Ingredients:- *10 ounces semisweet chocolate (coarsely chopped chunks or chips)
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
*Note: the chocolate can be substituted with almond bark, or colored candy disks to create different colored flowers
Instructions:
Using Microwave: In a shallow bowl, melt the chocolate in microwave (be careful so that the temperature does not exceed 100 degrees F.) for 2 minutes; stir. If chocolate is not completely melted, return to microwave for 30 seconds at a time and stir until smooth.
Using Double Boiler: Place the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over hot water and stir until melted.
- Add corn syrup to the chocolate and mix well (scrape all the corn syrup into the chocolate with a rubber spatula).
- Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold mixture, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl well, until no shiny syrup is visible and the mixture forms a thick ball.
- Pour mixture onto a waxed paper sheet and spread with the spatula until it's about 1/2-inch thick; let it sit and stiffen, uncovered, for about 2 hours.
- Use at once or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.
- Your Roses or bows will harden after a few days at room temperature and can be saved by storing in a cool, dry place.
- THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO REMEMBER IS NOT TO TOUCH THE CLAY TOO MUCH. IT GETS VERY STICKY AND BECOMES HARD TO HANDLE!
Where can you find a good recipe for chocolate moose?
Ingredients: * 1 cup heavy cream * 4 oz. white chocolate baking bars, coarsely chopped * 2 tablespoons Drambuie or other orange flavored liqueur (or a drop or two of orange extract) Method: Heat cream in a 1 small saucepan until just boiling (This is called scalding the cream.) Place white chocolate into a heat proof bowl and pour hot cream over chocolate. Allow to sit for approximately 3 minutes, then stir until smooth. Stir in Drambuie and refrigerate until extremely cold (approximately 1 1/2 hours), stirring occasionally. Mixture will be thin. In a large bowl, beat cold chocolate mixture with an electric mixer on medium speed for about a minute or until chocolate begins to thicken. Switch to high speed and mix until stiff peaks form. (If it won't go to stiff peaks, it's not cold enough, place it back in the fridge for a half hour and continue beating. From here it's up to you what you do with this. Pipe it, spread it, put it in a dessert cup with your favorite topping or spread it on the bumper of a 52 Ford Pickup, it really doesn't matter. It's gonna be good no matter what you do with it. Share and Enjoy! link:http://www.cookingbytheseatofmypants.com/recipes/white-chocolate-mousse/
What flour can you substitute for amaranth flour?
A good substitute for corn flour if is being used for thickening, is potato starch. You can also use regular flour that has been mixed and cooked with a small amount of butter in a skillet beforehand.
What can you substitute for milk in a recipe?
If you're making scrambled eggs, use milk to make them creamy or use water to make them fluffy. Scramble in about a teaspoon of water per egg, mix well then keep stirring as they cook. The water will make them fluff up.
Does Nestle cocoa powder contain nuts?
Simple cocoa powder does not contain any dairy products, but only powdered, processed cocoa (cacao) beans. However, there are many commercial products with some version of "cocoa" in the name, such as "Hot Cocoa," "Cocoa Mix," or "Instant Cocoa" that do contain a high percentage of dairy. The safe thing to do is to read the ingredients listed on the product's label.
Which flour is a better flour?
If you do some research at Fresh Bread.com you will find it is very good for you. Iused to grind my own wheat and make my own bread and pizza dough and cinnamon rolls out of it and I was very healthy. I am thinking of investing in a Bosch Universal Plus Mixer and a grinder again. The whole wheat kernel is full of nutrition and fresh ground wheat gives you all of that nutrition. It loses it's nutritional value sitting on a shelf. Lots of protein, vitamins and bran to scrub your system clean!
What is the function of leavening agent?
The function of leavening agents is to cause the baked goods (breads, cakes, etc.) to rise. There are different types of leavening agents, such as yeast, baking powder and baking soda. Eggs are also sometimes used as a leavening agent, especially in some pound cake recipes. Without leavening, the baked goods will not only be flat, but won't taste as good, either.
What are the Substitutions for beef bullion?
Substitutes for cubed beef stock include: 1) Fresh beef stock (boil beef bones in salted water, with a few fresh vegetables and seasonings) 2) Beef stock concentrate 3) Frozen beef stock (available in some gourmet shops) 4) Canned beef stock
