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There are many creative ways in which the edges of a pie can be finished. Shown below are some common ways to trim the edge of a pie, but don't hesitate to use your imagination.

Tips The following tips may assist in a more successful pie making experience or help you with some problem areas. Dry Dough: If the dough is dry and does not stick together when pinching a small piece of between your fingers, add more ice water.

Making homemade pasta takes time and effort but it is an inexpensive way of providing you with a fresh, delicious tasting, delicate textured pasta. There are tools available to assist in the pasta making process that will make it easier and save time.

Beating Egg Whites | Beating Egg Yolks Beating Egg Whites Egg whites that are beaten correctly may increase in volume by as much as eight times. After beating, the egg whites should be extremely smooth and firm but not dry, forming stiff peaks.

Microwaving Oatmeal | Microwaving Rice | Microwaving Rye One of the most efficient and convenient methods for cooking grains is with the use of a microwave oven. The overall results can be very good if the grain is properly cooked in the microwave.

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.

Quick Tips Allow ½ pound of raw, whole potatoes per person when preparing mashed potatoes. Prior to boiling, cut potatoes into even pieces to ensure even cooking. A few drops of vinegar added to the water when boiling potatoes will help maintain their white color.

Meringue Frosting is made by whipping egg whites and sugar together to create a light and fluffy frosting. The meringue frosting is used to frost cakes and cupcakes but is also used as a piping to decorate desserts. A pastry bag is used with a star, fluted, or plain nozzle to create rosettes, strips of piping, nests, and other decorative designs on cakes, cupcakes, and many other types of desserts. Meringue frosting can also be added to pies and tarts and then cooked in a hot oven for a short period of time to give it a browned, crisp outer surface with a soft fluffy inside.

Preparing Corn on the Cob | Cooking Corn on the CobRemoving Kernels from the Cob Preparing Corn on the Cob Shuck the corn by peeling back the husk and completely removing it.

Homemade pasta can be cut into many shapes and sizes but the options are limited in comparison to factory made dried pastas. Some shapes and sizes can be cut by hand but many must be formed by the use of a machine and special cutting rollers and dies.

Shellfish - Crustaceans | Shellfish - Mollusks | Food Safety The flavor of shellfish benefits significantly from grilling. Removing the shellfish from the grill before they become too well done and rubbery is the biggest challenge.

Also, see How to Make:Peach Cobbler | Apple Crisp | Apple CrumbleApple Pandowdy | Apple Brown Betty | Blueberry Grunt | Peach Slump Blueberry Buckle A Buckle is a sweet dessert that is made from a cake batter traditionally topped with berries, which is topped with a streusel type topping.

  Italian Pasta Sauces | Other Types of Italian Sauces   Italian Pasta Sauces The pasta sauces of Italy are made from any of a variety of savory toppings and mixtures of ingredients that enhance the flavor of the pasta dish being served.

Short crust is used to make pies and tarts. It is slightly different than a basic flaky crust in that it is lighter and crispier. It is more tender and crumbles easier when eaten.

Although Asparagus is especially popular in the spring during its peak season, Asparagus is a vegetable that is enjoyed throughout the year. There is an abundance of asparagus recipes that will suit you taste when it comes to this delectable spring vegetable.

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.

Measuring Equipment | Dry and Solid Measures | Liquid MeasuresMiscellaneous Measures | Measuring Tips   Proper measuring of ingredients is important to successful cooking and baking.

You can make Halloween truly festive when you create your own homemade desserts that complement the holiday. The dessert recipe featured in this informative video produced by Kraft Foods® is the perfect addition to Halloween.

Couscous Defined | Cooking Couscous The three basic techniques for cooking grains with hot liquid are boiling, absorption, and steaming, which are perhaps the most popular methods for cooking all whole grains.

Also, see How to Make:Peach Cobbler | Apple Crisp | Apple Crumble | Blueberry BuckleApple Pandowdy | Apple Brown Betty | Blueberry Grunt Peach Slump A slump is a dessert that is basically the same as a grunt as far as ingredients and construction.