Dusting Your Surface- A flour-dusted surface is necessary for rolling out dough that’s slightly sticky however, the more flour that’s incorporated into the dough, the tougher the dough becomes.
On the top crust, the egg provides the shiny finish when baked and if you’re sprinkling the crust with sugar it helps the sugar granules stick.Ģ. This is especially useful for runnier fillings.
On the bottom crust, the egg will form a moisture barrier between the unbaked crust and the filling helping to keep the crust from becoming too soggy. Glazing-Brush the bottom crust and top crusts with beaten egg white. My recommendation: GIR: Get it Right Premium Silicon Spatula.ġ. If you take good care of them, they will last forever. Just remember to wash it as you go along to avoid the soft material absorbing odors. Silicon is durable, dishwasher-safe, can withstand extreme temperatures both ways (use it for more than just baking), and is naturally nonstick. No more blade breaking off when working with tough dough. No more food getting stuck between the handle and blade.
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Plus dull knives are actually more dangerous than sharp ones. Knives can be quite pricey so just remember they are an investment, which means don’t forget to properly care for them to insure their longevity. If you’re a newlywed, you probably were gifted a knife set, but in truth most people really only need two-a sharp chef’s knife and a paring knife. Knives-Do NOT skimp on quality knives.Adams Rolling Dowel and Regency Evendough Bands. These are great as they help novice bakers roll dough at even thicknesses, avoiding thin, uneven sections. And the best part: you can purchase inexpensive silicon spacer ring sets to insure uniform rolling. Wooden Rolling Dowel-The long dowel shape makes it easier to rollout a large pie crust or sheet of cookie dough.My recommendation: Pyrex and OvenStuff Metal Non-Stick Pie Pan. That being said, if you are planning on making pies ahead of time and freezing them, you will want a metal pie pan as well to avoid potential cracking of glass pans when exposed to extreme temperatures. Glass pie pans are see-through allowing you to check on the crust, widely available, and affordable.
Glass Pie Pan-Vintage pie pans are pretty, but they heat unevenly and often stick.Plus you’ll quickly see the benefits of these items and they will pay for themselves in stress avoidance alone. If you’re new to home baking or pie making, there are a couple tools and utensils I would recommend to make the process easier and more enjoyable. I know you’re drooling out there (because I am too), but before we get started I’ve compiled a few tools and tips I’ve found beneficial. I can hear the Hallelujah choir now! It’s a classic, American favorite and we’re going to make it the old-fashioned way so it tastes just a mouthwatering and scrumptious as it sounds. The solution-a classic lattice-top apple pie.Ĭrisp, tart apple slices coated with the perfect blend of fragrant spices, then wrapped up in buttery, flaky crust. Something impressive, but not overly complicated. Our first objective-A crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving dessert. Side note: I would have helped her anyway.
So when Hunter Premo asked me to assist her with a new series, which we’ve dubbed Fake It Till You Bake It, I jumped at the opportunity to help my newlywed future sister-in-law become more confident in the kitchen. My grandmothers made everything from casseroles to strawberry- rhubarb pies, and my dad…well…he is a disciple of the Big Green Egg. My aunt, who lived with us most of my life, is an excellent baker, baking everything from our birthday cakes to holiday cookies and the best tiramisu (It’s insanely yum! Check out my GF/DF adaption here). My mom made dinner 98% of the time, cooking everything from traditional Ukrainian dishes to stir-fry recipes, even muffins for breakfast. “I’ve grown up surrounded by excellent cooks and bakers.
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