Archive for the 'Baking Tips' Category

Absolutely Delicious and BEST Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008

IT’S PUMPKIN PIE SEASON!!!!  Everyone needs a not just a good pumpkin pie recipe but the BEST and EASIEST!! Now, you can find no bake recipes but you can’t beat the flavour of a good old fashioned baked pumpkin pie!  This recipe has the right amount of spice and sweetness that everyone will love!!  This is guaranteed to impress!  This recipe makes 2 pies!! (more…)

How to prevent pie crust edges from burning

Friday, July 25th, 2008

Have you ever found and made the perfect pie recipe, baked it the time needed  only to end up with a perfect filling but over cooked or burnt pie crust?  Does your crust cook faster than the filling?  Does your pie crust taste slightly burnt or look to dark?  This is a common problem, because the crust does bake faster than the filling.  (more…)

Keep Your Eggs from Scrambling by Tempering!

Monday, June 16th, 2008

Has a recipe ever called for eggs to be added to a hot mixture just to find that it instantly turns it into scrambled eggs? Well there is definitely a reason and an even more definite solution. (more…)

How can I tell when my cake, muffin and pies are finished baking?

Monday, June 9th, 2008

This is a common problem many people face! You’ve finally gone through all the steps of make that delicious dessert, but how do we know when it’s completely baked? (more…)

Whipping Egg Whites: The Perfect Meringue

Friday, June 6th, 2008

Whipping Egg WhitesMy egg whites just won’t whip! Such are the sentiments of many frustrated bakers and it seems that no matter what they do it just won’t fluff up to nice stiff peaks. Here are a few tips that seem simple but are very essential! (more…)

Why Did My Cheesecake Crack?!

Friday, May 30th, 2008

cracked cheesecakeAhhh the age old question, why did my cheesecake crack in the oven? If this has happened to you, don’t panic, you are not alone, many have suffered to same fate. The real question is, can I prevent it from happening again? Well I just may be able to help in this regards. (more…)