The Best Ways to Soften Butter, According to a Baking Pro
To a home baker who needed frosting 15 minutes ago, there is no enemy more fierce than a cold stick of butter. Faced with this dilemma, many of us—including myself, a former professional baker—have asked, “How can I...
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How to Pipe, Stripe, and Dip Meringue Cookies Like a Pro
When I worked as a pastry chef, the task I most looked forward to each night was making a batch of meringue. The process of whipping egg whites into a fluffy, shiny cloud never ceased to amaze me. At work I used the sturdy...
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