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If you are using margarine for cooking, frying, or just heating it in general, you are increasing the potential for oxidation of these very sensitive fatty acids. However, due to the heating process in the manufacturing process, damage may already have occurred even if the margarine is not heated. Should you cook with margarine? Low …
Explain that the bubbles observed by the students were produced by the carbon dioxide gas created by the reaction with baking soda, a chemical found in both powders. The other two components of baking powder do not react with vinegar. What happens if you mix baking powder with vinegar? Baking soda is a base and …
Just as salt water boils at a slightly higher temperature than pure water, milk boils at a slightly higher temperature. However, that is not a huge temperature difference, so expect milk to boil just as quickly as water. Why does milk boil but not water? As the milk is heated further, the vapor expands, pressure …
A common cause of uneven baking is blocked airflow in the oven. Some folks use aluminum foil to catch drips and spills in the oven. However, if the bottom rack is covered with foil, this restricts airflow and prevents the oven from cooking evenly. How do you fix a oven that doesn’t cook evenly? Oven …
The food you fried turned out too black on the outside while the inside was still raw . This means that the oil temperature was too high and the surface was overcooked before the inside of the food was cooked. To fry properly, the oil must be kept in the exact temperature range appropriate for …
Is it OK to boil bottled water? IMPORTANT: Water containing fuel, toxic chemicals, or radioactive materials will not be made safe by boiling or disinfecting. If you know or suspect that your water may be contaminated with fuel or toxic chemicals, use bottled water or a different water source. What are the disadvantages of boiled …
Each ingredient used serves a specific function and reacts with each other to produce new combinations that create the structure, flavor, and texture of the finished baked product. Why is it important to know and understand the basic ingredients used in baking? Many ingredients are used regularly in baking and it is important to know …
Hard eggs take longer to prepare at high altitudes because the water boils at a lower temperature. It will likely take longer to cook eggs at higher altitudes than at sea level. Why is cooking of food takes more time at higher altitude? An important factor is the drop in air pressure at higher altitudes. …
When any type of liquid comes into contact with baking soda, carbon dioxide is released and the chemical reaction produces bubbles, which cause bread to puff up. When baking powder NaHCO3 is heated in the oven, carbon dioxide is released, and this gas formation makes cakes fluffy. Does adding more baking soda make cake fluffier? …
Your grill is not clean enough: charred debris from previous grilling sessions will create a rough surface to which the fish will stick. Your grill is not hot enough: If it is heated enough, the fish will cauterize rapidly, preventing the fish proteins from hardening and sticking to the grill. How do you keep fish …