Posts Tagged ‘Baking’

How to Roast Fresh Alaska Seafood

Wednesday, August 5th, 2009

You’ve tried all methods of preparing fresh Alaska seafood – broiling, boiling, baking, grilling, frying, and sauteing. But have you tried roasting? While not a conventional method of preparing fish and shellfish, it can be a tasty alternative.

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Birthday Cake – Make it Yourself

Saturday, July 25th, 2009

If there’s one thing that should be said about birthday cakes, it is that they are sweeter if you make them yourself. Buying a birthday cake is something that anyone can do. On the other hand, baking a birthday cake yourself is sweet, and sends a message to the birthday girl or the birthday boy that he or she is special.

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The Art of Cake Decorating – Hobby Or Business

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009

Incredibly, amid our very busy and technological lifestyle, the Art of Cake Decorating is back in full swing in the popularity stakes. As a hobby, it’s great fun and we all know how much children love to get their hands into any mixture and help mum with some baking in the kitchen. For the more serious-minded, however, some people take Cake Decorating to a different level and actually set themselves up in busines.

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What is Cream of Tartar and Why Do Cooks Use It?

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009

Do you have tartaric acid, potassium hydrogen tartrate, or potassium bitartrate on your pantry shelf? Think before you answer, because these are other names for cream of tartar, a common baking ingredient. Cream of tartar goes back centuries and cooks still rely on it today. Try the recipe for Forgotten Mini Chip Cookies, which are made with cream of tartar.

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Cupcakes For Dessert – Baking on a Budget

Friday, June 26th, 2009

Cupcakes are budget friendly because a recipe can either be cut in half or individually wrapped portions can be frozen and saved for a later date. Most cupcake recipes make 18 to 24 cupcakes. You can make half a batch of cupcakes whereas you cannot make half a cake.

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