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How to Make a Roux
How to Make a Roux What is a roux? A roux is a mix of equal parts of flour and fat cooked together and used as a thickening agent in various dishes. The fat is usually butter, but can also be pan drippings or lard. A roux can be cooked for a short period of […]
How to Temper Chocolate
Tempering Chocolate What is tempering chocolate? Tempering chocolate involves heating and cooling chocolate to specific temperatures. This results in chocolate that is shiny with a crisp snap. Melted, untempered chocolate tends to look dull and is soft. During the process of tempering chocolate, molecules separate – the same way they do when chocolate is melted […]