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Should I Wash Mushrooms or Just Brush the Dirt Off?
Rinsing mushrooms will not make them soggy, but wet mushrooms will not brown. When to...
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Do Pie Birds Actually Stop Fruit Pies Bubbling Over?
A pie bird is a steam chimney for deep pies. What it really does, what...
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What’s the Easiest Way to Peel a Butternut Squash Without It Rolling Everywhere?
Cut it into two stable pieces first, then peel downwards with a wide Y-peeler. Here...
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How Do I Fry an Egg That’s Round Enough for a Breakfast Muffin?
Egg rings give you a neat round egg for muffins and buns. Here is how...
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What’s the Best Thing to Stir Porridge With So It Doesn’t Go Lumpy?
A spurtle cuts through oats instead of pushing them around. Here is why it beats...
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How Do I Stop Brown Sugar Going Rock Hard in the Cupboard?
Why brown sugar sets solid, how to soften a lump in a hurry, and the...
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Is Grating Your Own Nutmeg Worth It, and What Should I Grate It With?
Freshly grated nutmeg tastes far better than the ready-ground jar. Here is what to grate...
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Are Silicone Baking Mats Actually Better Than Baking Paper?
A silicone mat will not replace baking paper entirely, but for biscuits, sticky glazes and...
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How Do I Get the Seeds Out of a Pomegranate Without Juice Going Everywhere?
Three ways to get the seeds out of a pomegranate, and a simple deseeder that...
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How Do I Keep Soup Hot Until Lunchtime Without a Microwave at Work?
A good food flask will keep soup hot until lunch, as long as you preheat...