Author Archives: Brenda
What is Chalazae
Questions and Answers – What is Chalazae? Question: I have one question about eggs for you – Please clarify what the white stringy stuff is inside of an egg … Continued
Calvados – French Apple Brandy
Questions and Answers – Calvados (French Apple Brandy) Question: I am making a caramelized apple dessert. The sauce that will be boiled and poured over the top consists of … Continued
How to Make a Cake Level
Questions and Answers – How To Make A Cake Level Question: How do you bake a homemade cake (boxed) at home to come out level like the ones in … Continued
Butter vs. Oil in Muffins
Questions and Answers – Butter vs. Oil in Muffins Question: I have several recipes for muffins and the like that call for cooking oil. When I make them … Continued
Butterscotch vs. Caramel
Questions and Answers – Butterscotch vs. Caramel Question: Can anyone tell me the difference between butterscotch and caramel? A response would be greatly appreciated. Answer: Butterscotch -The flavor … Continued
How To Substitute Buttermilk
Questions and Answers – Buttermilk Substitution Question: I am from the U.S.A., but I am living in a small town in Sweden for six months and the supermarkets do … Continued
How To Soften Brown Sugar
Questions and Answers – How To Soften Brown Sugar Question: I have a question that I can not remember the answer to. How do you soften up hardened … Continued
British Cooking Terms vs. American Cooking Terms
Questions and Answers – British Cooking Terms vs. American Cooking Terms Question: Could you please help me? I am a retired widower and take a great delight in cooking … Continued
Bon Appetit Seasoning Salt
Questions and Answers – Bon Appetit Seasoning Salt Question: I have a recipe calling for Bon Appetit Seasoning Salt , since the neighborhood store does not carry this, … Continued
Boccone Dolce
Boccone Dolce – Sweet Mouthful Question: Have you ever heard of a Dessert called Boccone Dolce, Please let me know. I am trying to get the right spelling of the … Continued
Black Diamond Steak Marinade Recipe
Questions and Answers – Black Diamond Steak Marinade Question: I am looking to find the type of steak to use in Black Diamond Steak. Can you please tell me … Continued
Clarified Butter – Butter Ghee
Clarified Butter and Butter Ghee Clarified Butter and Butter Ghee are also known as Liquid Gold. I know that regular butter is fantastic, but believe it or not, butter can … Continued
Beau Monde Seasoning Salt
Questions and Answers – What is Beau Monde Seasoning Salt Question: My grocery store makes a spinach dip that I absolutely love! If I am going to continue to … Continued
Discoloration of Bananas
Discoloration of Bananas Question: Discoloration of Bananas – I know lemon juice will help keep sliced bananas from turning brown. Is there something else I can use without the overwhelming tart … Continued
How To Substitute Baking Soda
Questions and Answers – Substitute Baking Soda Question: I recently moved to Germany, but still love to bake good ol’ American chocolate chip cookies. However, I have encounter … Continued