In baking, substituting means replacing an ingredient for another. A basic know-how of substitutes is essential in baking; it makes life much easier. Here's a list of substitutes, of which some are my own and others I've compiled from the Internet (all of them are tried and tested). Butter and oil are completely interchangeable in… Continue reading Substitutes In Baking
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Cake Decorating Tips
Almost every cake goes well with whipping cream.When you are decorating a cake with whipping cream whip the cream with an electric beater until it forms stiff peaks. Spread the cream on the cake evenly. To make chocolate whipping cream you can beat in melted chocolate or chocolate hazelnut spread.When adding liquid food coloring to… Continue reading Cake Decorating Tips
How to melt chocolate without burning it
Chocolate is like a fussy little princess. If one little thing goes wrong (i.e. temperature) it breaks down completely. Almost always whenever we (tried to) melt chocolate, we aLwAyS burnt it. Maybe not completely but it was never nice and smooth like melted chocolate should be. But now I found out 3 ways to melt… Continue reading How to melt chocolate without burning it
Fairy Garden Tips
If you're making a fairy garden, you have to remember that it will not stay perfect. You will have to constantly work on it, every day, and it's your responsibility. Here are some things you need to remember: Water your fairy garden every day or the plants will dry out, especially if they're newly planted,… Continue reading Fairy Garden Tips
Caring for Cats
For as long as I can remember, cats (or as we call them, cattos) have always been part of our family. We have had more than twenty cats over the years. Me and my family, with the exception of my mom, all looove cats. Right now, I have three cats--one big Persian one, Muffin, and… Continue reading Caring for Cats
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