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mycontent[1]='To cool a hot dish more rapidly, place it in a pan of salted cold water. It will cool faster than if placed in cold water.'
mycontent[2]='To keep milk from sticking to a pot, massage in a little butter on the bottom of the pot.'
mycontent[3]='Lightly grease gelatin molds before using. It will make it easier to remove the mold.'
mycontent[4]='Add raw rice to your salt shaker to keep the salt free-flowing.'
mycontent[5]='To prevent carbonated beverages from fizzing over, try rinsing the ice-cubes with water first, before pouring the soda in. This will work for all sodas except root beer.'
mycontent[6]='Place a hot dog in plastic wrap, and then put it into a thermos of soup or coffee. When lunchtime arrives, put it into a bun for a real hot dog.'
mycontent[7]='If you coat the bottom of pots used over an open fire with shaving cream before using, the black marks will come off easier.'
mycontent[8]='Sugar bags can be used to store ice cubes. Much thicker than plastic bags.'
mycontent[9]='Small marshmallows can be used for candle holders on cakes.'
mycontent[10]='Sandwiches will not become limp and soggy as readily if you spread the butter or mayonnaise to the edge of the bread.'
mycontent[11]='Many sandwiches can be frozen for up to two weeks. Best fillings are cold cuts, meat loaf, chicken, peanut butter (no jelly), tuna and beef.'
mycontent[12]='When you measure sticky liquids, try wiping the inside of the measuring cup with a small amount of oil. The liquids will flow freely.'
mycontent[13]='To prevent ice-cube trays from sticking to the bottom of the shelf, place a piece of waxed paper underneath the tray.'
mycontent[14]='The secret to keeping butcher blocks in good shape is to wash them dry, then cover with salt to draw the moisture out of the wood. Then treat with mineral oil for a smooth surface.'
mycontent[15]='For clear ice cubes, boil your water first.'
mycontent[16]='When grating, chefs always grate the softest items first, then the firmer ones. This will keep the grater clean.'
mycontent[17]='When you want to fill a thermos bottle or small mouth container, try using a funnel.'
mycontent[18]='To help a solid soup slide right out of the can, try shaking the can first and then opening it from the bottom.'
mycontent[19]='Never leave a microwave door open. It may become misaligned and leak radiation.'
mycontent[20]='To keep your pizza crispy, try placing the cheese before the tomato sauce.'
mycontent[21]='Leftover sandwiches can be brushed with butter and cooked in a shallow pan.'
mycontent[22]='Toasting intensifies the flavor and adds crispness to nuts.'
mycontent[23]='Raisins will not stick to a food chopper if they are soaked in cold water for a short period of time.'
mycontent[24]='There are three grades of canned, frozen and dried fruits and vegetables: U.S. Grade A fancy, U.S. Grade B choice or extra standard and U.S. Grade C standard. Grades B and C are just as nutritious but have more blemishes.'
mycontent[25]='There are three grades of eggs: U.S. Grade AA, U.S. Grade A and U.S. Grade B.'
mycontent[26]='When using eggs and solid shortening, break the egg into the measuring cup before measuring the shortening so the shortening will come out easier.'
mycontent[27]='To tenderize chicken and give it a unique flavor, try basting it with a small amount of white wine as it cooks.'
mycontent[28]='To avoid curdling in recipes containing dairy products in which wine is added, try adding the wine before adding the dairy product, then keep the dish warm until served.'
mycontent[29]='To restore moisture to stubborn popcorn kernels that refuse to pop, fill a one-quart jar three quarters full of the unpopped kernels. Add one tablespoon of water, cover the jar and shake for two to three minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Store the container in a cool place - not the refrigerator - for two to three days before popping.'
mycontent[30]='To remove the burnt taste from rice, try placing a piece of very fresh white bread on top of the rice, then cover the pot. It should only take a few minutes for the burnt taste to disappear.'
mycontent[31]='Never add salt to rice until fully cooked as it will toughen the rice.'
mycontent[32]='When making lasagna, use a small amount of olive oil in the water to prevent the sections from sticking together.'
mycontent[33]='To keep rice white while cooking, add a few drops of lemon juice to the water.'
mycontent[34]='Before cooking chestnuts, cut an X on the pointed end. This will keep them from exploding when roasting and also will make them easier to peel.'
mycontent[35]='Black walnuts are very difficult to crack open. One of the best ways if you have a trash compactor or have a friend who has one, is to place a wood platform on the bottom raising it up a few inches. Make sure you have a clean bag and crush away.'
mycontent[36]='If you are chopping nuts in a blender, add a small amount of sugar and they will not clump together.'
mycontent[37]='A teaspoon of vinegar added to pie dough will guarantee a flaky crust.'
mycontent[38]='Avoid a falling cake. After you place the batter into your cake pan, raise the pan and drop it suddenly to the counter to release the air bubbles.'
mycontent[39]='To tenderize meats when barbecuing, add green papaya to the barbecue sauce. Do not leave the meat in too long or it will become mushy.'
mycontent[40]='Buttermilk can be used to soften dry cheese.'
mycontent[41]='Microwave ovens that do not have a movable turntable may be guilty of leaving cold spots that result in undercooked areas of the food. This may result in bacteria not being killed in that area.'
mycontent[42]='The type of pan you use to cook in may make a difference in the quality of the finished product. Best to bake in a dull finish aluminum pan. A dark pan may cool too quickly and a shiny pan reflects heat to such a degree that you may not get even cooking.'
mycontent[43]='Always cook recipes that contain eggs, sour cream or cream at a lower setting to avoid curdling.'
mycontent[44]='When cooking in a microwave oven, be sure to place the thicker tougher areas of foods toward the outer edges of the cooking pan.'
mycontent[45]='Non stick pans, including all of the best brands, may be dangerous if you allow them to boil dry. At 400 degrees the pans may release toxic fumes after about 20 minutes, enough to make a person sick. This could be even more serious for birds and other small pets.'
mycontent[46]='To avoid damage to your microwave oven, keep a cup of water in it when it is not in use. If it is turned on accidentally by a child, damage may occur if it is empty.'
mycontent[47]='If food has a higher water content it will cook better in a microwave.'
mycontent[48]='Never microwave any food in a sealed container, it will probably explode.'
mycontent[49]='When microwaving meats with bones, remember the bone attracts more microwave energy than the meat and the meat may not cook evenly.'
mycontent[50]='Microwave ovens are used most by people age 44 or younger.'
mycontent[51]='It is just as safe to cook foods in a microwave as it is on a range or in an oven.'
mycontent[52]='Never place a whole egg in the shell in the microwave, it might explode and make a mess.'
mycontent[53]='When cooking an egg that is out of the shell in a microwave, prick the yolk with a fine pin or it may pop and you will have another mess.'
mycontent[54]='When deep fat frying, use a pure vegetable oil, preferably one with a high smoke point such as corn or safflower.'
mycontent[55]='Butter, margarine or lard will burn before reaching the temperature desired for frying.'
mycontent[56]='Fat should only be heated to 400 degrees. Any higher will cause the fat to deteriorate.'
mycontent[57]='Cook all vegetables at the highest power setting in a microwave. The faster they cook the more nutrients they preserve.'
mycontent[58]='Baking soda should never be added to foods that are cooking, since it may destroy certain B vitamins.'
mycontent[59]='Unless you fry or cook in oil, cooking lowers the fat content of any meat.'
mycontent[60]='Do not let fat get too hot as the food is apt to get too brown and dry on the outside and uncooked on the inside.'
mycontent[61]='After you cook in a Wok, wipe the inner surface with vegetable oil to retard any rust forming.'
mycontent[62]='When foods are cut they should be of uniform sizes to assure that they will cook and be done at the same time.'
mycontent[63]='Foods that are to be fried should be dried thoroughly before frying to avoid splattering.'
mycontent[64]='If you use glass or Corning Ware dishes in the oven, you can reduce the heat by 25 degrees.'
mycontent[65]='If you add 1-1/2 teaspoons of butter to a cooking pasta or soup it will not boil over.'
mycontent[66]='Always use a shallow pot for cooking a roast, they will allow air to circulate better than deep ones.'
mycontent[67]='Try not to fry too much food at once to avoid a fat overflow. Recommended is only a half-full fryer basket.'
mycontent[68]='To avoid food from sticking together, try lifting the basket out of the fat several times before allowing it to stay in the fat.'
mycontent[69]='All fried foods should be placed on paper towels and allowed to drain for a few minutes before serving.'
mycontent[70]='Crock pots should only be used for vegetables if they are precooked then added to the stew, etc. just before you serve the dish.'
mycontent[71]='Microwave cooking is fast and will retain the nutrient levels very well. Cooking times will vary depending on the wattage of your unit.'
mycontent[72]='When cooking potatoes it is best to pierce the skin with a fork to allow the steam to escape.'
mycontent[73]='Salt should be added after cooking so that it will not drain the liquids out of the foods being cooked.'
mycontent[74]='When cooking a complicated dish that takes a long time to cook, try partially cooking it in the microwave first.'
mycontent[75]='Microwave food packages may now pollute your food. Popcorn and pizza are the two that are under investigation, and may leak hazardous chemicals into the foods.'
mycontent[76]='When cooking custard, place a piece of waxed paper over it while it is still hot to avoid a skin from forming.'
mycontent[77]='To improve the texture of your home made fudge, try adding a teaspoon of corn starch when you first start mixing.'
mycontent[78]='If you fudge will not set, try returning it to the pot, add a teaspoon of water and continue cooking for a few more minutes.'
mycontent[79]='If a candy recipe calls for water, always use hot water and your candy will be clearer.'
mycontent[80]='Cane sugar should be used for candies. Beet sugar tends to foam too much.'
mycontent[81]='If a dish is too sweet, try adding salt or a small amount of vinegar.'
mycontent[82]='Marshmallows can stored in the freezer, and then just cut them with scissors when needed. Dip the scissors in hot water first.'
mycontent[83]='When marshmallows become hard, try placing them into a plastic baggie with a slice or two of very fresh bread for a few days.'
mycontent[84]='Many households keep pets, which secrete germs or carry germs in their fur or feathers. No matter how domesticated, pets do not belong in the kitchen and storage rooms.'
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