Baking is very different from cooking. There is a lot of complicated chemistry involved, and the ingredients need to be mixed and prepared in just the right way for the chemistry t… See more

Mise en placeis a French term that means “to put everything in its place.” Basically, it refers to getting everything prepared and in place, ready for cooking. Professional cooks do it… See more

The ratio of ingredients in baking can have a profound effect upon the finished product. Having more sugar, butter or flour in a cake for example, can drastically affect the flavor, textu… See more

Measuring jugs and cups are great for measuring volumes of liquids, but when it comes to the weight of dried ingredients, you can’t beat an electronic measuring scale. Mea… See more