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Seeking an Elkington Duck Press

Can you please help me find where to purchase an Elkington silver-plated duck press? Anywhere in the world. Thank you so much.

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Making a kosher fondant/kosher gelatin

I need to make some rolled fondant for a friend's baby-shower cake. We both keep kosher so the fondant needs to be kosher. The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons...

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What is Amul Cheese in Indian Cooking?

I am vexed. I am making an East Indian dish that calls for grated "Amul" cheese. I have spoken with professionals from both Indian restaurants and Indian gro...

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Where to find Filé Powder for Gumbo

I love a good gumbo, but I'm missing the most key ingredient which is filé powder. Can you tell me where I can order it, either by mail or online?

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How to Make (or Purchase) Demi-Glace

How do I make a demi-glaze or demi-glace sauce? I know it may be difficult (no problem, I love to cook). I understand Knorr makes a "mix," which I've seen in...

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How to make bread by hand

Is there a basic set of instructions for converting any bread machine or food processor recipe to a recipe for making by hand?

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Keeping a cake from becoming rubbery

HELP!I have tried six times to make a the Yellow Cake recipe from Wayne Gisslen's Professional Baking. Twice I have had success, four times utter failure. Al...

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Difference Between White & Black Pepper

I was told by my physician not to eat black pepper because of a health issue. He never mentioned white pepper. Could there be any difference in digesting whi...

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Finding non-dairy sherbets

Are there sherbets made without dairy products? Do you know were I can find any recipes or where sherbet without dairy is sold in stores?

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Cooking spaghetti & meatballs for 100

I'm cooking a spaghetti & meatball dinner for 100 people. I'm not sure how much pasta or how many meatballs per person I should use. Can you give me some...

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