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Cheeses of Belgium
Chimay
This cheese gets its name from the town in Belgium where it originated. It is produced under the historic guidance of the monks who originally produced cheeses within their Trappist monastery and community.
brine, turkey, how to, preparing a turkey, brining
This Jack-O-Lantern-style pumpkin cake is a great way to get the kids in the spirit of Halloween. It is an easy project to have them join in and help. They will have fun creating their own unique face and will love adding the little spiders to the pumpkin cake.
Spring and summer are perfect times to make a baseball cake for your favorite baseball fan. This cake is very simple to decorate and is sure to be a big hit. All that is needed is red shoe-string licorice and chocolate shapes for decorations. This baseball cake is perfect for birthdays or to celebrate the win of a special game!
Most often several apple preparation tasks are required when using apples in recipes. Some of the commonly used apple preparations are peeling, coring, cutting, and slicing. It is also necessary to prevent the apples from turning brown for some recipes.
When preparing fish you want to be sure that the fish is handled properly to ensure it is safe to eat. There are several cooking methods that include baking, frying, and grilling, which all result in a little different taste for the fish when it is done cooking.
Baking Millet | Baking Oats | Baking Rice | Baking Wild Rice
Many grains can be cooked using the baking method, which is a dry heat cooking process that surrounds food with heat in an enclosed oven.
Lemon Preparation | Lemon Recipes | Tips
Lemons
An oval shaped, yellow citrus fruit with flesh that is generally contained in 8 to 10 segments. It has a bright yellow skin that can be thin and lightly textured or thick and heavier textured.
Boiled frosting is a very light and fluffy topping that is great on any type of cake or cupcakes. This white fluffy frosting is made without any type of fat added. Most of its ingredients are cooked until they come to a boil; and then allowed to boil for a period of time.
Orange Preparation | Freezing Oranges | Orange Recipes | Tips
Oranges
A baseball-sized citrus fruit that generally has an orange skin and flesh that is a segmented ball of pulp and juice wrapped in a thin semi-transparent membrane.
Lime Preparation | Lime Recipes | Tips
Limes
A small green citrus fruit providing juice or peel that is added to food dishes for a refreshing, tart flavor. It is the smallest of the citrus fruit family.
See More Information on Making Homemade Ice Cream:How to Make Homemade Ice Cream | Types of Homemade Ice CreamHomemade Ice Cream Freezing Methods | Safety & Storage of Homemade Ice CreamTips on Making Homemade Ice Cream | Strawberry | Cookies 'N' Cream
Custard style ice cream is made with a custard base, which contains egg yolks, cream, milk, sugar, and flavoring ingredients.
Food Related Allergies | Food Related Intolerances | Food Labeling
Food Related Allergies
Allergic reactions in humans are initiated by the immune system through an endless number of stimuli including bee stings, vinyl, metals, dust, cosmetics, medicines, and so on.
Leavening Agents | Liquids | SaltsFats and Oils | Sweeteners | Other Flavoring Ingredients
Leavening Agents
Leavening agents are the substances that allow bread dough to rise.
Use this ingredient equivalent chart to find out how much of an ingredient you need when your recipe suggests an unfamiliar quantity.
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Ingredient
Amount
Equivalents
Saffron, threads
4 to 6
1/4 tsp.
Pounding | Commercial Powders | Marinating | Rubs | Barding
Tenderizing makes it possible to purchase less costly beef cuts and still enjoy the tenderness that is usually found only in the more expensive cuts.
Equipment | Tips | Flavorings | How to Make Fudge | How to Store Fudge
Making homemade fudge is a holiday family tradition in many households. The fudge is made to be enjoyed by family members but is many times given to others as a gift during the holidays.
See More Information on Making Homemade Ice Cream:How to Make Homemade Ice Cream | Types of Homemade Ice CreamHomemade Ice Cream Freezing Methods | Safety & Storage of Homemade Ice CreamTips on Making Homemade Ice Cream | Vanilla Custard | Strawberry
Making homemade ice cream can be done without the use of an ice cream maker.
Storage of Liquid Fats | Storage of Solid FatsDeep-Frying Safety Tips | Olive Oil Handling/Safety/Storage
Guidelines for Storage of Liquid Fats
General Guidelines
Air, heat, light, and age affect the quality and the shelf life of many types of edible oils, which deteriorate through oxidation (rancidity).
Kitchen Tips and Techniques: Chili | Preparing Basic Chili Ingredients | Storing Leftover Ingredients
Kitchen Tips and Techniques: Chili
Fully develop the flavor of homemade chili by browning the meat along with the spices and onions.