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Why do you put eggs in cakes?

Perfect cakes are fluffy, light and moist with a fine crumb. Eggs are used to achieve this texture. When eggs are not used, cakes often suffer from coarseness and dryness. Large eggs are the standard for baking; when a recipe does not specify the size of an egg, large (not jumbo) eggs should be used.\nThe right time to add eggs to a cake mix is right after the butter and sugar have been creamed together. Eggs, when added one by one, create an emulsion that is necessary for the integration of the dry ingredients.\nEggs are also an essential ingredient for glazing cakes. They provide the finishi..

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Why use a wooden spoon for cooking?

Some people are concerned that wooden spoons may be unsanitary, but this is not the case. Wood is naturally antibacterial, and when manufactured, wooden utensils are treated with mineral oils to create a surface where bacteria won't easily grow.\n\nWooden spoons shouldn't be put in a dishwasher or washed in extremely hot water because they dry out and crack. They can occasionally be rubbed with mineral oil to keep them smooth and prevent cracking.

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What is a simple recipe using ham steak?

Trim excess fat from a 3-pound store-bought sliced country ham. Add the fat to a skillet, and cook over medium-high heat until the fat renders. Add ham steaks to the pan and fry until they become golden brown on each side. Set the fried ham aside and keep warm. Add 1/2 cup of coffee and 1/4 cup of water to the pan and stir while scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 beef bouillon cube until fully incorporated.\nTo make the grits, bring 2 cups of water, 1 1/4 cups of milk and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil in a small pot. Slowly stir 1 cup ..

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What are some easy rotisserie chicken recipes using a beer can?

For the basic Beer Can Chicken recipe on Food Network, first discard the neck and giblets from a 4-pound chicken, rinse the chicken and pat it dry. Spread 2 tablespoons vegetable oil over the chicken and season inside and out with 2 tablespoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and 3 tablespoons of desired spice rub. Put the chicken cavity over a half-full can of beer and place the beer can chicken in the center of the grill, using the legs to balance the chicken. Cook chicken covered over medium-high heat for about one hour and 15 minutes, then let rest 10 minutes.\nTo make Peruvian Style Beer Can Chic..

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How do you season green beans?

Prepare the green beans and the cooking surfaceRemove the stems from the green beans. Coat a skillet with the bacon grease, and set it on a range over medium-low heat.Add the garlic and onionsTake two cloves of minced garlic, and chop up one large onion. Place these items in the skillet, and allow them to cook for approximately one minute.Put the green beans in the skilletToss the green beans into the skillet. They should cook for another minute or until their color shifts to a bright green.Include the final ingredients and cookPut one cup of chicken broth, 1/2 a cup of chopped red bell pepper..

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What is a good recipe for Frisco sauce?

Copycat Frisco melts from Stake 'n' Shake are made by taking 1 pound of ground beef or chuck and splitting it into eight different patties, then frying them. Assemble 8 slices of bread, and lightly toast them all. Drain all the excess fat from the skillet or pan, and add 1/2 tablespoon of butter or margarine at medium heat. Add onions once the butter or margarine has melted. Allow the onions to cook until they are softened, and then remove them from the skillet without draining.\nPlace as many slices of bread in the skillet as possible, and cook both sides of the bread for one to two..

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How do you cook red kuri squash?

To roast red kuri squash, cut the squash in half, remove the seeds, and place the halves in a baking dish. Divide 1 stick unsalted butter and 1/4 cup brown turbinado sugar evenly, and place the sugar and butter inside the hollowed out center of the squash halves. Pour 1 cup water in the bottom of the baking dish, and cook the squash for 30 to 40 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, adding more water to the dish during cooking if necessary.\nAnother option is to cut the squash in half, remove the seeds, and spread a small amount of butter or coconut oil on the inside of the squash. Sprinkle sea s..

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What are some good spelt cookie recipes?

Make spelt oatmeal raisin cookies using 1 1/2 cups spelt flour combined with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda. Mix these together in a large bowl. Mash 1 cup banana in a separate bowl. Add 3/4 cups brown sugar, 1/3 cup vegetable shortening, 1 egg and 1 tablespoon maple syrup to the mashed banana.\nAdd the banana mixture to the flour mixture and stir well. Once combined, fold in 1/2 cup raisins and 1 3/4 cup rolled oatmeal. Drop the cookie mixture onto an ungreased cookie sheet using a tablespoon or small scoop. Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes or u..

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What side dishes go well with pierogi?

Pierogi are filled dumplings popular in eastern European countries. Typical savory fillings include cheese, ground meat, potatoes or vegetables. They can also have sweet fillings as well, like berries, sweet cheese or stone fruit. This means that pierogi can serve as appetizers, main dishes or desserts. The dumplings, made from unleavened dough, are typically boiled, then served with melted butter or another topping. Different Eastern European countries have their own versions of pierogi, and the dish is made in the United States, too.

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What is a good copycat Maid-Rite loose meat sandwich recipe?

Maid-Rite copycat loose meat sandwich recipePrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 4 hoursTotal time: 4 hours 10 minutesIngredients:1 cup warm water1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 teaspoon low-sodium beef base or 1 bouillon cube1 teaspoon low-sodium chicken base or 1 bouillon cube2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce3 lbs. raw lean ground beef8 hamburger bunsMake sauce Turn on slow cooker and set to high. Add the water onion, beef and chicken base, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce. ..

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