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Leavening Agents | Liquids | SaltsFats and Oils | Sweeteners | Other Flavoring Ingredients
Leavening Agents
Leavening agents are the substances that allow bread dough to rise.
Ingredient Tips | Preparation TipsCooking & Baking Tips | Miscellaneous Tips
There are an endless number of kitchen tips available for you to try. Shown below are some popular tips that will help you in your everyday use of some common baking and cooking ingredients.
Use this food substitution and conversion chart to select ingredient substitutes when you are cooking and your recipe suggests ingredients you do not have available.
Herbs, Spices and Seasonings | Baking Ingredients | Cheese and Dairy Products | Eggs | Fats, Oils and Vinegars | Fruits and Vegetables | Miscellaneous | Healthy
Herbs, Spices and Seasonings Substitutions
Food
Amount
Substitute
Allspice
1 tsp
1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cloves OR1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp.
Quick Breads
Quick bread refers to breads that require minimal preparation time, are made from batter more often than from dough, and are leavened with chemical agents, such as baking soda or baking powder, instead of yeast or natural starters.
Belgian waffles are a traditional food created in Belgium, which began as square-shaped breakfast cake with deeply indented or pressed pockets evenly distributed over the surface of the waffle.
Classifications of RiceShort-grain Rice Varieties | Medium-grain Rice Varieties | Long-grain Rice Varieties
Some grains, such as rice, are available in many different types and varieties.
Types of Cream | Flavoring Whipped Cream | Preparing in Hot or Cold WeatherWhipping the Cream | Stabilizing Whipped Cream | Storing | Other Whipped Toppings
Whipping cream can be used for several purposes.
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.
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Dandelion Greens
1 lb.
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Alfalfa Sprouts
1 lb.
Traditional Method | Needle Method | Funnel Method | Separator Tool Method
It is often necessary to separate egg whites and egg yolks to achieve a successful outcome with a wide variety of recipes; therefore, it is important to learn the proper methods for separating eggs.
Valentine's Day has evolved not only as a celebration for adults, but also for children. There are many fun recipes for kids, such as frosted heart-shaped sugar cookies. We have Valentine Day ideas that include food, gifts, and activities for this special day.
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.
Festival Breads
Traditionally, festival breads were prepared to denote a special observance of religious or national importance. Some breads were made only once a year, while others were baked weekly, however many of the once-a-year breads are now being offered year round by a greater number of commercial bakers.
Corn | Rice | Rye | Other Grains
Types of Flour Ground from Corn
Several varieties of corn are used to produce different types of corn flour. The degree in which the corn is milled and processed also determines the type of flour that is produced.
Described below are some of the products (including flour) created directly from rice. Other than a few exceptions, products that are created after the grain has been ground into flour are not described, because they are so numerous.
Cheeses of France: Gabietou to Neufchatel
Gabietou
Pronounced gah-bee-ay-too, this cheese is a mixture of one-third raw sheep's milk and two-thirds cow's milk. Originating in southwestern France, Gabietou Cheese is formed into wheels that range in weight from 6 to 10 pounds.
Types of Dips | Common Base Ingredients
Dips are most often prepared with a mixture of ingredients that complement other foods including raw vegetables, chips, crackers, or toast, which are dipped into the mixture; hence the name, dip.
Homemade Blueberry Nut Bread is easy to prepare and tastes great. Blueberry Nut Bread serves as either a breakfast bread or dessert bread. Follow these simple instructions to create a bread that your family will love.
All About Apples - Additional Articles:Apple Preparation | Prevent Browning | Apple Cooking
Apples A to G | Apples H to P | Apples Q to Z
Red Delicious Apple
A large, bright red apple with an elongated shape that has five distinctive knobs on the bottom.