What fruit makes the best jam?

Chef's answer
Use fresh, dry, slightly under-ripe fruit. Strawberries and raspberries are best layered with the sugar and left for a couple of hours before cooking. Plums, currants, gooseberries, cherries etc need to be lightly poached before sugar is added. Pectin, naturally found in fruit is vital to make your jam set..
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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While the cherry emoji somewhat leans towards the inexperienced (because `cherry' has been a term for `virginity'), strawberry is also used to denote sexual interest. But this one is a bit tricky because strawberry is also a symbol of someone who is promiscuous.
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The strawberry is actually the symbol for the goddess of love, Venus in mythology. Hell, the shape of a strawberry is even a heart, which is why it was once a tradition to feed newlywed couples strawberry soup to assist their bedroom life while on their honeymoon in France.
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Because of that, and the varied locations where they are grown, the national strawberry season is said to run January through November. In the Deep South, when to harvest strawberries will usually be late April and May. In the middle part of the country, at Eckert's, May and June are typically best..
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Fresh strawberries can go directly into the refrigerator, but will do just fine on the counter for a couple of days. ... Strawberries will soak up the water, making them more susceptible to spoilage. Even with careful handling, strawberries won't last longer than a few days without refrigeration..
A few more cooking questions 📍

Is corned beef good for bodybuilding?

Corned beef is good. Good for bodybuilders because it contains two key ingredients.

Are potatoes alive?

When you buy them, potatoes are still alive Unlike that plucked carrot or bunch of dead grapes, a potato is still living when you harvest it, albeit in a dormant state. Warmth and moisture can cause the spuds to start sprouting, which is why you are supposed to keep them cool and dry.

Can you put raw onions in meatloaf?

Using sauteed onions instead of raw ensures the onions don't turn out crunchy and adds extra moisture to the meatloaf. Moistened breadcrumbs, keep the meatloaf moist and tender. The ketchup in the meatloaf mixture as well as the glaze adds sweetness and an extra depth of flavor.

Can you bake 2 pumpkin pies at the same time?

I bake the two pies at the same time. First I make the pumpkin pie and put it in the oven (the first 15 minutes bake at a hotter 425 degrees). Meanwhile, I assemble the pecan pie and add it to oven when it's time to lower the pumpkin pie temperature to 350 degrees.

Why do you reserve pasta water?

Some of the most classic Italian pasta dishes, like cacio e pepe and carbonara, depend on the starchy, binding power of pasta water to make the sauce. But even if you're not making your own sauce, pasta water can help bind sauce to noodles. ... The starch in the water helps the bread's rise.

Do crayfish have good eyesight?

These crustaceans have good eyesight and, like other related species (lobsters, prawns), they can move their eyes independently from one another and without moving their body. Crayfish molt at the end of June. ... Crayfish are most active at night..

Can I use applesauce instead of eggs in cake mix?

Replace one egg with 1/4 cup of applesauce in sweet desserts. If you want a lighter texture, add an extra 1/2 teaspoonful of baking powder, as fruit purees tend to make the final product denser than the original recipe..

Which is the tastiest steak cut?

rib eyeThe rib eye is the ultimate steak-lover's steak. It's the most flavorful cut of the animal, and comes with very rich marbling, which provides superior taste when cooked. The cut itself comes from the rib section, where it gets its name.

Can you die from eating crab?

Crabs are affected by eating shellfish that are infected with PSP, causing crustaceans to become contaminated with the PSP toxin. Small amounts of this toxin aren't dangerous. However, if you get too much of the PSP toxin in your system, you can eventually get severely sick and even die.

What can I garnish vegetable soup with?

10 More Quick Ideas for Great Soup Toppings and Garnishes
  • Matchstick apple slices tossed with lemon juice.
  • Sage leaves fried in brown butter.
  • Slivered garlic fried in oil until lightly brown and crisp.
  • Sliced and fried shallots.
  • Baked kale, beet, or carrot chips.
  • Minced herbs (whichever kind you used in cooking the soup)
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