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Baking Radio Podcast Episode #16: Oven Custards
The definition of an oven custard is discussed. Typical oven custards are reviewed, and a simple recipe for crème brûlée is given and how to make it is discussed in detail. Learn how to tell exactly when the custard is ready to take out of the oven. Crème Brûlée Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream
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Baking Radio Podcast Episode #15: Stovetop Custards Made With a Starch
The definition of a stovetop custard made with a starch is discussed. The benefits of using a starch when making a custard is explained. Learn why you can bring a custard with a starch added to the boil and not have it curdle. Chef Sokol walks you through a delicious, stovetop custard recipe made with
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Baking Radio Podcast Episode #14: Stovetop Custards Made Without a Starch
Rich and creamy custards are first defined in detail. The science behind how eggs thicken custards is discussed giving the listener an appreciation of the versatility of the egg, especially the yolk. Chef Sokol shares a stovetop custard recipe known as crème anglaise and its many uses. Crème Anglaise Makes 1 cup Ingredients:
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Bread Pudding: An Easy Dessert to Ring in the New Year
Every New Year’s Eve I have a few friends over for dinner. Life sure is hectic around this time of year, so this year I have decided to make a simple and delicious Bread Pudding for dessert. For those of you who have never had or made a bread pudding – pay attention. They are
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Celebrating 85 Years with Flan
My mother just turned 85 years old yesterday, and my family and I are having a small celebration tomorrow night to honor this milestone. Although, my mom almost did not live to see this wonderful age. She almost died when I was a young teenager. After a life saving surgery for a bleeding ulcer, and a tremendous weight loss due to complications
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