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How To Test Baking Powder

March 14th, 2008 · No Comments

To test the effectiveness of baking powder, mix one teaspoon of baking powder with 1/3 cup of hot water; use only if the mixture bubbles enthusiastically.

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How To Soften Rock-Hard Brown Sugar

March 14th, 2008 · No Comments

Place a large apple segment in the bag and close tightly. The brown sugar will be soft a day or two later; discard the apple.

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Tags: Cooking Tips - Sugar

How To Deal With Stale Marshmallows

March 14th, 2008 · 1 Comment

Place a slice of fresh bread in the bag and close tightly. The marshmallows will be soft a day or two later; discard the bread.

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How To Deal With Soggy Dried Food

March 14th, 2008 · No Comments

Place potato chips, nachos, crackers, cereal and other dried foods in the oven for a few minutes to restore freshness and crispness.

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Overcooked Potatoes?

March 14th, 2008 · No Comments

To avoid sogginess in your mashed potatoes, use dry powdered milk instead or regular milk.

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Tags: Cooking Tips - Potatoes