Food Preparation
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Some cookie dough recipes promote spreading, while others will produce a tall, risen cookie. Depending on the recipe, you should flatten the cookie if the ingredients don’t spread far enough.

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If your cookie sheet is made of cast iron, cast aluminum, or stainless steel, then it should be safe to place it underneath a broiler. Avoid using cookie sheets with non-stick surfaces and specialized handles as the 550°F can damage them.

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The temperature you should set your oven to when baking cookies depends on the desired texture. For a chewy cookie, set the oven to 375°F and bake for 12-15 minutes. For a crispy cookie, crank the oven to 425°F and bake for 8-10 minutes.

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frozen cheesecake can be allowed to thaw in the fridge for up to 8 to 12 hours, but we suggest putting it in the refrigerator overnight to minimize the waiting time on your side.

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When baking a Bundt cake at 350ׄ°F, it should take approximately 55 minutes to complete. However, this varies based on how thick and wide the cake is, whether your oven has any cold spots, and how much bounce you want in the Bundt cake.

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You should let the lasagna rest at room temperature for 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the pasta dish.

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You’d be surprised to find out that it takes less than 24 hours! You can thaw drumsticks in the refrigerator for 24 hours, but should you want to lessen your waiting period, you can place them in cold water and they’ll thaw in two to three hours.

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On average, thawed salmon will remain good for up to 2 days in the fridge with proper storage. However, the best thing you can do is to immediately use the salmon after it has been taken out of the freezer.

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Popped popcorn remains edible for up to 4 weeks with the bag still intact. If you’ve already opened the bag, it will stay edible for only about 2 weeks. However, the lifespan of popped popcorn will depend on what other ingredients were used to make the popcorn.

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Shucked corn on the cob will not last longer than a few hours at room temperature and should be used immediately. However, you can extend its lifespan to 3 days by sticking it in the fridge or up to 8 months by placing it in the freezer.

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Unpeeled potatoes can last for up to 8 months in a dark, dry place, while onions are good for up to 3 months. However, you should never store them side by side.

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To microwave a toaster strudel, microwave it on high for 30 seconds. At the 15-second mark, flip the strudel over to finish heating the other side. After that, squeeze the delicious icing on top of your toaster strudel and dig in.