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Top tips for baking succcess

It's always disappointing when your cake sinks or a pudding fails to rise. Follow these great tips, and enjoy trouble-free baking every time

• Do not overmix and do not overbake


• Carefully read the recipe before proceeding. Use the specified ingredients, and pre-measure them


• Measure things carefully


• Take your time to properly preheat the oven, and practice safety


• Always measure flour according to the recipe


• Use an oven thermometer, readily available in supermarkets and department stores. Oven temperatures can vary greatly


• Properly store ingredients and use the highest quality and freshest ones possible


• Use metal nonstick baking pans or silicone ones, not thin disposable aluminum ones. Glass pyrex pans are preferable for pies


• For cake and loaf recipes that require unmoulding, place the pan on a wire cake rack and let it stand for 10 minutes. Then unmould


• Before baking, always wash your hands and carefully wash any fruits and vegetables used in the recipe

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