Secrets to the perfect muffin from Erin McDowell
Pro baker Erin McDowell shares muffin tips to avoid tough batter. Do not over mix and mix just until combined. Use freestanding paper cups and fill about two thirds for a domed top. Inclusions should speckle batter so each bite has fruit or mix. Toss fruit in some flour to suspend during baking and add delicate fruit carefully. Apply toppings and glaze before and after baking. Bake until a skewer comes out clean with few moist crumbs.
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What to look for in a veggie ricer and masher
A sturdy stainless steel unit with an ergonomic grip and sharp perforations ensures smooth ricing or mashing of potatoes and vegetables. The PriorityChef Potato Ricer and Masher impressed Foodal.com for dishwasher safety and no peeling needed, though holes require rinsing to avoid clogging. It measures about a foot long, handling large batches, and retails near $30.
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Cost of building a backyard deck varies by material and site
Remodeling magazine notes a typical 16 by 20 foot deck costs about 10 950 dollars for wood and about 17 668 dollars for composite installed professionally. Costs hinge on size finish site prep climate slope and labor. The 50 50 rule suggests equal spending on materials and installation.
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