Questions tagged 'Cooking Techniques'
79 questions
How much dried basil = 1/2 cup of Fresh?
I am preparing a dish that requires 1/2 cup of fresh basil, but my grocery store didn't have any available. How much dried basil should I use as a substitute?
How many apples would make 500g?
I need 500g of apples to make an apple sponge. The apples I have are roughly the size of my fist, or slightly larger than a tennis ball. How many apples would I need to reach 500g? Thank you!
Oct 22, 2024
How many ounces of spinach are in one cup?
I have a recipe that calls for 20 ounces of spinach, but I'm unsure how many ounces are in one cup. Could someone clarify this for me? Would it be correct to assume that 20 ounces is equivalent to 2 1...
Oct 21, 2024
Can you prepare Jello Instant Pudding with water?
I was wondering if it is possible to prepare Jello Instant Pudding using water instead of milk. The package mentions that the pudding will not set with soy milk, so I am curious if water could be a su...
Can I use apple juice instead of apple cider in this recipe?
I came across a recipe for Cider Dijon Pork Chops (http://12tomatoes.com/cider-dijon-pork-chops/) and noticed that it calls for apple cider. However, I find apple cider to be quite expensive, and I pe...
how long does it take for prawns to be cooked when boiled from green?
How long does it take to cook prawns when boiling them from a raw, green state?
Oct 17, 2024
If I ask for a plain and dry hamburger what does that mean to you?
When I request a plain and dry hamburger, what does that mean to you? Does this order typically include cheese?
Grapefruit and black tea?
Every morning, I enjoy half a grapefruit followed by a cup of strong black tea. I've noticed that after consuming the tea, I experience a sensation reminiscent of turmeric. Could this be due to the bi...
Oct 11, 2024
Can you make Hamburger Helper without milk?
Can you make Hamburger Helper without milk? My roommate prepared the cheeseburger variety of Hamburger Helper last night using only water, and he claimed it tasted fine. Has anyone else tried this met...