What is Self-rising flour?
Self-rising flour is all-purpose flour with added salt and leavening (baking powder). You will notice that recipes that call for self-rising flour do not call for baking powder. Make your own self-rising flour For 1 cup self-rising flour use: • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 1/4 teaspoon ...
- What is the best type of cutting board to use?
Plastic, a hard wood such as maple, or any nonporous surface can be used. Cutting boards can harbor bacteria in cracks and grooves caused by knives. Once you have used the board, follow these steps to keep it safe. Wash your cutting board with hot water, soap, and even a scrub brush, to remove f ...
- How do I roast peppers?
You can roast whole peppers (sweet or hot, depending on what you intend to use them for) over a very hot wood or charcoal fire. Place peppers directly on the grill and turn frequently with tongs to allow the skins to blister and blacken. When the peppers are charred, remove them from the fire an ...
- How can I tell if my baking powder is still good?
Store baking powder in a cool, dry place. Once opened, baking powder should be fine for up to 6 months. Be sure and keep it tightly sealed after opening. It’s very perishable so, unless you use if often buy it in small cans. If you are unsure of its potency for some reason, test it by comb ...
- What makes hard-cooked eggs hard to peel?
The fresher the egg, the more difficult it is to peel after hard cooking. That's because the air cell, found at the large end of the shell between the shell membranes, increases in size the longer the raw egg is stored. As the contents of the egg contracts, and the air cell enlarges the shell be ...
- How much can I reduce the sugar in baked goods?
You can reduce the amount of sugar in baked good by one-third to one-half. When reducing the sugar add spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves or allspice or add extracts such as vanilla or almond to enhance the sweetness. Additional Resources: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/wayne/fcs/HeartandSoulCookb ...
- How can I make a healthier burger?
Add flavor and moisture to lean burgers by incorporating other ingredients. Low-fat cheese, wild rice and barbecue sauce are great options. Mix seasonings into the meat. Don’t just sprinkle your formed burgers with salt and pepper, add a variety of herbs, spices and chilies right into the ...
- Can I substitute whole wheat flour for white flour in baked goods?
Whole-wheat flour can be substituted for up to half of the all-purpose flour in the recipe. For example, if a recipe calls for 2 Additional Resources: http://www.wheatfoods.org/Resource-Flourdifference/Index.htm
- How can I cut the fat in baked goods?
To prepare muffins and quick breads with less fat and fewer calories, use three ripe, very well-mashed bananas, instead of 1/2 cup butter, lard, shortening or oil or substitute one cup of applesauce per one cup of these fats.
- Why is my rice always sticky?
Rice contains a lot of starch that is released into the cooking water when boiled. Here are some tips to make rice that is light a fluffy. Rinse the rice in a collander under running water until the water runs clear. Then, briefly saute' the rice in a small amount of butter or oil before adding ...
- What are the healthiest cooking methods for meat?
Healthy cooking doesn't mean that you have to become a gourmet chef or invest in expensive cookware. By using healthy cooking techniques you can cut fat and calories and increase tenderness. Here are some of the healthiest ways to cook meat, poultry and fish: Grilling: Grilling can be a very he ...
- What are the healthiest cooking methods for vegetables and fruits?
Cooked vegetables will lose vitamins, minerals, colors and flavors if not cooked properly. Here are some fast and healthy ways to cook vegetables. Steaming: Steaming is fast, preserves nutrients, and it works best for fresh and frozen vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, spinach and roots like ...
