When a recipe calls for shortening in cookies, bars, cake, etc., how do you know if they really mean shortening, as in Crisco, or if butter can be used?
I want to use cabbage with corned beef, but the cabbage froze on my deck. I forgot to bring it in after shopping. Can I still use it it's still whole?
Difference Between Baking Powder and Baking Soda
What is the difference between baking powder and baking soda?Thanks heaps.
Using a Crockpot Liner in the Oven
Can I use a crockpot liner in a regular oven? My heating element has failed and I would love to use the liner pot in a regular oven because it is a big casserole size and I hate to throw it out.
Substitute for Marsala in Recipes
What wine can I substitute for marsala wine to cook with?
I want to try the following recipe, but want to know if anyone can tell me what the lemon juice is there for? Does it matter? Should it be fresh or bottled? Any help will be appreciated!
Substitutes for Shortening in Recipes
So many recipes indicate "shortening" in the ingredients. Unless the recipe specifically calls for butter (or margarine), does this literally mean Crisco? Can I use butter instead? Any feedback from anyone will be very welcome on this!
Can anyone suggest some good cookbooks for once a month cooking? I would like to cook for two weeks at a time and then build up to once a month if my regular freezer will hold it all. I would be most interested in the cook it, freeze it, thaw it, and reheat it type of books.
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