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Is Black Rice Related to Nuts?

Does the "nutty" flavor of black rice indicate any kind of relation with nuts? A friend of mine won't try it at home because her kids are allergic to nuts.

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Where to Buy Lime Zest

I have a recipe that calls for lime zest. I have looked in all of our major grocery chains, and no one carries it. I imagine it is a spice or an herb. Where ...

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Food safety when the oven is off

I preheated my oven to cook drumsticks and thighs at 220°C (425°F). I then was distracted and turned off the main switch. I then put the chicken in for about...

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When Does Peanut Oil Lose its Vigor?

I just discovered two bottles of peanut oil, approximately 4 years old. These are unopened. They appear to be in a gel-like state. Is it safe to try to use t...

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What is Bread Soda?

I have a recipe for Irish Brown Soda Bread that requires bread soda, which I just don't see in the supermarket. Will baking powder do the same job?

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Right temperature for baking cakes

My friend baked a chocolate cake. She baked it at 250°C for 35 minutes. The top of the cake started to burn so she took it out and put it in the refrigerator...

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Chicken smell before the sell-by date

I bought some boneless chicken thighs last night – their sell-by date. I brought them home and promptly put them in the refrigerator. I planned to cook or fr...

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