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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. What is a substitute for milk in a quiche?
    Evaporated milk is a great substitute for milk in quiche. Use it cup for cup. You might like our chart of Emergency Substitutions. Easy Cheese and Bacon Quiche is a Betty favorite!
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  6. Is Honey Nut Chex cereal product actually made?
    Gluten-Free No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars are really yummy. If you're having trouble locating the Honey Nut Chex cereal to mix in the bars, use Rice Chex cereal which is gluten free. What a great idea for an instant treat!
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  7. Can I add lemon zest and lemon juice to yellow cake mix?
    Lemon Cake with fresh lemon juice and lemon peel is a real treat. You could add a tablespoon of lemon peel and use 1/4 cup juice for part of the water. Here are some lemon cake recipes for inspiration: and Citrus Cake with Lemon Whipped Cream Frosting. Happy Baking!
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  8. What can I substitute for butter flavoring in a cake recipe?
    Substituting flavors is fairly easy in basic cakes. You could use vanilla, maple, orange or lemon flavoring for the butter flavoring. I love almond flavoring and would use about 1 1/2 teaspoons in the Sock-It-To-Me Bundt Cake you are referring to. Happy Baking!
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  9. Can I substitute buttermilk for milk?
    Milk and buttermilk are different in that buttermilk is acidic. Normally,to achieve the best baking results when using buttermilk instead of milk, you substitute baking soda for some or all of the baking powder. For each cup of buttermilk used in place of sweet milk, reduce the amount of baking powder by 2 teaspoons, and replace with ½ teaspoon of...
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  10. 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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  11. 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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  12. 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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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. 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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