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  1. Do you know where I can find a grilling timetable?

    Sure! We have a grilling time table here: Grilling Timetable

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  2. I have 3 slow cookers: a 1 quart, 3 1/2 quart and a 5 quart. How will I know which one to use?

    Slow cookers work best if they are filled 1/2 to 2/3 full. for best results, use the size of slow cooker called for in the recipe.

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  3. Can I put a whole chicken in my slow cooker to cook it?

    No, this is not a food-safe procedure because the temperature inside the bird doesn't heat up fast enough to prevent bacterial growth. The same is true with meat loaf-neither should be prepared in a slow cooker..

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  4. When I add fresh herbs to the slow cooker my food ends up tasting bland. Why is that?

    Some herbs lose or change flavor during long hours of cooking. It's best to add them during the last hour of cooking.

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  5. Can you make cookies with strawberry cake mix?
    Strawberry cookies? Sweet! You can use any of the Betty Crocker SuperMoist cake mixes to make cookies. Add 1/3 cup vegetable oil and 2 eggs to the cake mix. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheets. Bake at 350F 10 to 12 minutes or until set. Frost cooled cookies with your favorite frosting or sprinkle with powdered sugar. You may want to follow these recipesswapping inyour...
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  6. What flavor cake mix goes with s'mores frosting?
    S'mores Frostingis tasty slathered over lots of cake flavors! It's a perfect match for the S'mores Cupcake Mix and by the way I made that mix in a springform pan rather than cupcakes - it was awesome! S'mores Frosting pairs nicely with any chocolate cake, white or yellow cake. S'mores are the best whether at a campfire or at the...
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  7. I need a dessert!! I have apples, half and half or whipping cream. What can I make?
    Apple Crispis a classic dessert you can make with apples and top with cream or whipped cream. It's so easy to make and always welcome. If you want more ideas browse our collection ofclassic apple recipes or
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  8. How many tablespoons would be in 3/4 cup?
    3/4 cup is the same as 12 tablespoons. It's also the same as 1/2 cup + 1/4 cup which would be quicker and easier to measure than lots of tablespoons. Measuring many tablespoons allows for more errors as well. You might like this handy cheat sheet on measures. Happy measuring.
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  9. For the Rainbow layer cake can I use the white instead of the vanilla cake mix?
    Rainbow Layer Cake is soooo worth it as many bakers said. Betty Crocker white cake mix is an excellent choice to use for this cake to keep the colors pure. Have a great celebration!
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  10. Can you subsitute regular vanilla extract for vanilla paste

    Replace vanilla bean paste with vanilla extract teaspoon for teaspoon as a general rule. Some pastes will give different directions. Vanilla bean paste eliminates the work of scraping out the insides of the vanilla bean and gives you all those lovely little vanilla bean specks along with pure vanilla flavor. Avoid the imitation...

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  11. Can I make roll out cookies using a 6.25 oz. pouch of the sugar cookie mix?

    Betty's Sugar Cookie Mixis so easy and delicious andValentine Sandwich Cookieswill be so appreciated! The two pouches you have total only 12.5 ounces where the regular size sugar cookie mix pouch is 17.5 ounces. I've...

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  12. Can I add nuts and cherries to the cherry chip cake mix?
    Cherry cake sounds yummy. Follow these two recipes as guides:Cherry-Chocolate Chip Cake and Cherry and Pistachio Cupcakes. Cherries and nuts need to be chopped finely and the cherries need to be very well drained. Note in the...
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  13. How long do you bake brownies in a muffin pan?

    Fudgy brownies baked in a muffin pan - the best! You only need about 2 tablespoons of batter in each cup and they bake at 350 for about 15 to 20 minutes - do not overbake them. Don't worry about having extras. They freeze nicely for about 2 months. What a nice treat to have stashed in the freezer!

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  14. What does it mean to line the slow cooker with aluminum foil that has been folded into thirds?
    Line a slow cooker with aluminum foil or parchment paper to make removing the contents easier. Here are some step-by-step photos showing the process. Cleanup is also a snap and who doesn't love that!
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  15. How many cups of cake batter do you use for an 8 inch square pan?
    Baking cake mix batter in different sized pans. Use 4 1/4 cups cake batter inan 8-inch square pan. Bake at 325F for 45 to 50 minutes. You'll find help in our tieredWedding Cake recipe. You'll alsofind our
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