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Bread Size Conversion Tiplet

January 16th, 2026 at 13:00 pm » Comments (0)


TIPLET: Question: My machine shows size choices of 500g i 750g i 1000g
how do I know which size to choose fro recipes choices of 1 lb, 1.5 lb, and 2 lb.

RULE OF THUMB:
keep in mind that the amount of flour that best suits a particular size is a range,
Use the machine size selection closest tot he amount suggested in your recipe of choice.
I.E. 750 grams is approximately 1.65 lbs.

The No Fuss Bread Machine Cookbook by Michelle Anderson

The Ultimate Bread Machine Cookbook by Steward Brooks

Ultimate Bread Machine Cookbook for Beginners, The
Brooks, Stewart (Kindle copyright 2004)
https://amzn.to/3NNnIAZ
Convert not necessary – All recipes contain Imperial & Metric 







Without Bees We Die

February 26th, 2024 at 11:17 am » Comments (0)

I wish I had listened when my friends Nana tried to teach me how to prepare for salad or side or better yet her way to make Dandelion Wine.
will have to try this recipe and see if it is “as I remember”

https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/how-to-cook-dandelions/







Asian Food Hack: Orange Sauce

February 18th, 2024 at 15:00 pm » Comments (0)

Caveat Lechtor: As always I recommend you shop local for the best price. This post contains Affiliate links. Use of these links may pay a small commission to me. This does not affect the price you pay

DRAFT: When anything Soy is “not an option” Often enough for two, but can be doubled.
Best Flavor when it has a few hours for ingredients to “meld”
It is my preference to only make enough for one meal, but it does store in refrigerator for at least a week so you can increase volume and make ahead.

1.5 Tbl St. Dalfour Orange Marmalade Fruit Spread1
1.0 Tbl Maggi’s Seasoning (replaces Soy) 2
1 clove Garlic (no fresh on hand?
Sub: 1/2 tsp Spice World3 Squeezable Organic Minced Garlic
1/2 tsp Spice World Squeezable Minced Ginger
OPTIONAL –
1/2 tsp Honey (More sweetness for less “sugar”)
1 Tbl Fresh or 1 tsp Dried Atlantic Spice Orange Peel
—– Does intensify orange flavor, or, an additional tsp of marmalade will get you there too.

Mix all ingredients together with a wisk until completely incorporated

To Serve:
TRADITIONAL: Place in a bowl and toss the crsipy protein, serve over rice (Thai Jasmine using Orange Juice instead of Water is our fav or if you must Riced Cauliflower – won’t happen in our house except for ONE particular red head is visiting)

OPTIONAL DIP Water or Orange Juice .5 tsp at a time until a consistency you like for a dipping sauce.

Most of the time I get mine from Food Lion or Safeway via their delivery services. still a better price than Wal-Mart or Amazon “most of the time.

Again with emphasis – Neither Amazon or Wal-Mart offer the best prices for ANY of these ingredients.
Since, unopened the St Dalfour, Maggi’s and Spice World Squeezes have an excellent Pantry shelf life, I watch for sales and “stock up” as the budget allows. Of course, once opened into the refrigerator they go.







How To Soften Butter

June 19th, 2023 at 14:20 pm » Comments (0)

Best Way to Soften Butter

Found this article on Serious Eats, but my memory of a block of butter, a commercial size rolling pin and a game of stick ball in the test kitchen is a good way to start my day

The “pounding method” is still a good way to relieve stress from FB Posts <G>

Today for baking, grating is great since it purchased “on sale” and kept fresh longer in the freezer.
We also keep a “stick” on the counter in a small container for toast and other bread like objects.

https://www.seriouseats.com/best-way-to-soften-butter-5248278







When There Needs To Be Pie

July 13th, 2021 at 08:49 am » Comments (0)

For Bakers, The King Arthur website is a wealth of information and inspiration. For those who may be cooking for a smaller number of people, knowing what and how to freeze something slightly time consuming is very helpful.

Freezing dough raw or pre-baked fits well into my “10-20-30” Food Craft style

My favorite tiplet from this article:
What’s the best way to make and freeze pie crust?
It depends. When do you need to save the most time: now, or later? Making pie crust does take time, but the cadence of the process is up to you.

You can find the full article with its excellent Tips for either raw or pre-baked are well worth a read.
https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/blog/2018/10/31/make-and-freeze-pie-crust

For the record. I prefer the roll out and freeze and often as not slightly pre-baked = InMySmallKitchen – these 5 inch push pans make serving easier and cooking for two, the right size for two reasonable portions
This size and style has proven very useful, it is helpful that I can “fit” 3 into my Ninja Food oven to pre-bake, two go the freeze and one gets filled for “today”

Want to chat about it? Join me on GAB.Com – our group is: Food Craft – Making and Methods.







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