Whole grain mustard is prepared mustard with visible mustard seeds. Look for coarse-ground mustard or stone-ground mustard if you can't find whole grain. Whole grain mustard is sometimes difficult…
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I'd like to try making crab cakes with imitation crabmeat. What exactly is imitation crabmeat? Does it contain ingredients that are not healthy? —S.P., Brooklyn, New York
Imitation…
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Foods most likely to stick include those with a sugary marinade, fish and lean meats such as pork, chicken (especially without the skin), turkey and turkey burgers. To prevent sticking, oil the…
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Is there a way I can make whipped cream that's spread on a pie stiff enough to travel well? —J.K., Sleepy Hollow, Illinois
To stabilize whipped cream, try adding a little gelatin.…
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I am not able to eat commercially prepared whipped topping products but have no problem with whipped cream. Is there an easy way to figure out how much cream to whip to equal the amount of topping…
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Would you please tell me where I can find white kidney beans (cannellini beans)? I have searched all over Georgia and cannot find them. —C.R., Putney, Georgia
Cannellini beans are…
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I've noticed that most recipes for whole wheat bread call for water. Would I have trouble with the bread dough if I used milk instead? Also, does it make a difference if the whole wheat flour is…
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As my family becomes more health-conscious in our cooking, we've tried incorporating more whole grains into our diet. Can we substitute some whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour in our favorite…
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How important is it to chop chocolate when the recipe directs you to do so? —J.R., Vacaville, California
Chocolate is sometimes chopped before melting. This will ensure more even…
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Letting meat stand for 10 minutes before carving makes it juicier. As meat cooks, juices are concentrated in the center. When large cuts of meat or roasts are pulled from the oven, the internal…
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