What does milk do to a cake?

Chef's answer
Milk is used in baked products to improve texture and mouthfeel. The protein in milk also gives a soft crumb structure in cakes, and contributes to the moisture, colour and flavour of a baked product. Cakes that contain milk also tend to have a longer shelf life..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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Some recipes call for scallops to be soaked in milk before cooking. When you buy fresh scallops, what you are getting is actually the large abductor muscle, which the scallop uses to open and close its shell. Soaking scallops in milk is a way to tenderize them and remove any fishy odor.
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Soak fish in milk half an hour before cooking to remove iodine taste and fishy smell. To remove the flavor or taste out of the shrimp or fish you bought, soak it in milk for about a half hour before cooking.
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Milk-Poached Scallops on Toast Place the seafood in the bottom of a small saucepan. Pour in just enough cold milk to cover the scallops. Put the saucepan on a moderate to high heat. As soon as the milk reaches a simmer, the scallops are cooked and ready to serve.
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What's left behind is sweet-smelling, brighter flesh with clean flavor. (Just make sure you pour that milk down the drain.
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2 hoursCover scallops with milk and let sit in refrigerator for 2 hours. When ready to prepare, drain the milk and place scallops on paper towels to dry completely.
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... Just make sure to pat the fish dry before you season and start cooking.
A few more cooking questions 📍

How long does it take brisket to reach 165 at 225?

about 8 hoursFor the initial smoke phase, I plan about 8 hours at 225 degrees F for my 12-13 pound briskets to reach 165 degrees F. However, your brisket will enter a phase in between 145 degrees F and 165 degrees F where the liquid evaporating from the surface of the brisket will cool it while your grill is trying to cook it.

Is Gammon the same as ham?

Gammon is the name given to the meat from the hind legs of a pig that has been cured in the same way as bacon. The main difference between gammon and ham is that gammon will be sold raw and needs to be cooked.

How much liquid do I put in a brisket?

You can put less liquid, but the brisket might cook uneven due to different heat transmission. Cooking time depends on the weight and thickness of the brisket. I'd say about a cup and a half to two cups. You need enough water to make steam to cook the meat and brisket is a tough cut so it needs a long cooking time..

How do you store lemongrass in water?

Place store-bought lemongrass stalks in shallow glass of water for about 1 week. Change water every day. Cut each stalks to about 3 inches, place them in large pot with good soil mix or in the ground..

Why is tomato sauce bad for you?

Zero Nutritional Value: Tomato ketchup or tomato sauce hardly contains any protein, no fiber, no vitamins and minerals. No to forget that the sauce is high in sugar and sodium. So, apart from that enhancing the taste of the dish this sauce has no health benefits at all.

Is spinach pasta healthier than regular pasta?

The amount of freeze-dried spinach that is added to the noodles is enough to make it green, but that's about it. There isn't enough to provide any nutritional benefits compared to regular pasta.

Can you cook a frozen hot dog?

You can simply put the frozen hot dog into the pan to boil and it will defrost as it heats up.

Why does my pee stink?

When urine is highly concentrated, it contains more ammonia and less water. This can cause it to have a strong smell. Urine tends to be more concentrated when a person is dehydrated. This is often the case first thing in the morning or when a person does not drink enough water throughout the day..

How many hot dogs can kill you?

As for hot dogs, though, hitting the daily quota might not be too difficult if you're a big fan of the tube steak (or a professional eater). A Ballpark Classic hot dog weighs in at 57 grams, so your lunch would need to involve a bite short of three hot dogs to hit your limit.

What happens if you put too much egg in meatballs?

Too much egg, therefore, is not a good thing. It will make your meatballs spongy and over-absorbent (in a bad way), so that they run a high risk of being soggy and too heavy. As a general rule of thumb, one to two eggs per pound of meat should do the trick. If your recipe calls for more egg than that, beware.

Do bananas help with gas?

As bananas ripen, their resistant starch is turned into simple sugars, which are more digestible. As such, eating ripe bananas may help reduce gas and bloating ( 13 ).

How do you keep meatloaf moist when reheating?

Place your leftover meatloaf in a shallow baking dish. Drop 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or beef broth to avoid drying out the meat. You don't want to overdo it either, otherwise you'll be left with soggy meatloaf. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place it on the center rack of the oven.

Should I put cake in fridge before icing?

You've baked your cake. You've let the layers cool. But before you can cover them with a luscious layer of frosting, you need to get your cake ready. Make sure the layers have cooled for a couple of hours after they come out of the oven, or even overnight in the refrigerator..

How do I make store bought potato soup better?

Notes
  • You can just garnish the soup by sprinkling bacon on top.
  • Chicken broth can be substituted to milk to thin the soup and add more flavor.
  • Taste with salt and pepper if needed.
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