Step 1. Print and cut out the template Spinning Tree Gingerbread House Template This is a large house so it will take quite some time to cut out all the pieces, bake, decorate and assemble. As a guide allow yourself 2-3 days to make this house. Step 2. Make the Gingerbread Dough Gingerbread Dough Recipe Make 3 ... »
Pink sauce blew up on tiktok mid year and then the controversy that followed spun out of control. In this video lets look at what is true and what was straight out false. And I'll figure out the recipe for you using only the ingredients on the packet. One of the ... »
Watch the video for a demonstration and review of each gadget listed below. Egg Topper Our rating: Clever. Well designed, cut a neat circle out of the top of the egg shell. Metal Egg Scissor Our Rating: OK, The one above was so much superior that this one fades in comparison. Egg Cutter Our rating: Never. This gadget make ... »
I am so pleased when people send me a video saying, "Is this real or fake?" That tells me they are thinking, not just believing everything that they see. Some questions are easy to answer, others like light or dark baking trays, takes a fair bit of time to figure out how to ... »
Moist Banana Cake Recipe 4 over rip bananas 1/2 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 tsp vanilla essence 1 1/2 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 teaspoon cinnamon Preheat the oven to 180C (356 degrees Fahrenheit). Mash the bananas. Add the oil, eggs, sugar and vanilla and whisk well. Sift the flour, baking powder and cinnamon into the bowl ... »
Some people attempt to break world records so they can become famous or leave a legacy. These are not those sort of records. I carefully selected chocolate world records and then applied for the official guidelines so that we could attempt to break them. Just for fun. »
Easy The easiest option is to buy blueberry muffins from the store. They look good, but tend to lack flavour. Try out the expert level muffin with crunchy topping and your tastebuds will thank you. Or if you're up for a challenge make the insane deconstructed plated blueberry muffin with blueberry lace. Expert - ... »
Pastry 140g (4.94 ounces) or 2/3 cup butter or margarine 225g (7.94 ounces) or 1 1/4 cups plain flour 50g (1.76 ounces) or 1/4 cup sugar 45g (1.59 ounces) or 3 tablespoons icing sugar 1 teaspoon lemon zest Combine all the ingredient in a bowl. Rub the butter into he flour using your thumbs and infers. Pour the crumbly mixture into a pie tin and press down ... »
Can you make cotton candy in a blender? We will explore that and what is the current research around vaping? A note to smokers ... you definitely need to stop smoking, there is a 50% chance it will kill you. Using a nicotine replacement therapy such as gum or patches has been shown to ... »
Everyone makes baking mistakes, don't see it as a failure but rather an opportunity that we can learn from. In this episode the simple secrets for making ice-cream cakes, rescuing undercooked cakes and ones that break when they are coming out of the tin. We will also experiment to find the best options ... »
What would it have been like to go to a fancy dinner 200 years ago? Luckily this old cookbook tells us what should be served for grand and splendid entertainment and even has a drawing of how to lay out the table. I have recreated all of the dishes on the table and it is ... »
In this video: DEADLIEST craft hack on the internet Video by: multiple sources on YouTube and TikTok showing how to make your own fractal wood burning machine and how to do fractal wood burning. Conclusion: Extremely Dangerous. At least 34 people have lost their lives trying to make wood look pretty with this craft hack. The small ... »
Lemon Curd or Lemon Butter Recipe zest of 2 lemons 240mL (8.12 fluid ounces) or 1 cup of lemon juice 165g (5.82 ounces) or 3/4cup caster sugar 2 eggs plus 2 extra egg yolks 90g (3.17 ounces) or 1/3 cup butter or margarine Whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, eggs and egg yolks. Microwave in one minute intervals, whisking each time until ... »
Dave and I will be speaking at an Authors' event in Hawthorn East, VIC on Tue 3 May 2022, 6:15pm – 9:00pm. Please note this is a paid ticketed event ($32.74) - it is not organised or run by us and we do not get any money from ticket sales. There will also be other ... »
Sometimes the world gets super complicated and it's nice to go into the mini kitchen and forget about reality. Today we are making a super cute miniature box of chocolates and a chocolate cake. For those who want to know where I source new items used in this video: Miniature chocolate mold: I made miniature ... »
Over the past 15 years there has been a steady decline in cows milk consumption and an increase in plant based alternatives in the US. This may, in part, be driven by the barrage of negativity surrounding cows milk on social media amongst "health" and fitness influencers. There is also plenty of articles ... »
The search for the best hot chocolate recipe has taken me years. I've tried every powdered version available at the shops. I have made many of the recipes that can be found online, and none of them were worth mentioning. But then I came across this 100 year old recipe which, in ... »
There are so many sped up cake decorating videos circulating on social media that look easy and fast. Decorating a cake is not fast and depending on your skill level and experience may not be easy. So don't be too harsh on yourself if it doesn't turn out right first time, just learn from the ... »
In this episode: Stain removers tested Testing commercial stain removers and stain removing hacks against red wine stains, grass stains, mud, permanent marker, paint, pen ink, hot chocolate, mustard, beetroot and more. Watermelon hack Does coating a watermelon in cement make it last for months? Can you cook food in a dishwasher? There is a growing trend online showing food being ... »
Testing WISH gadgets to see if they work. Most of these gadgets can be purchased cheaper on aliexpress. Raclette Cheese Melter The positives: * Melts raclette or gruyere cheese beautifully * Nice sturdy construction The negatives: * It takes 24 minutes to melt the cheese. * Does not come with candles Cake Sprayer The positives: * If you dry it completely and flip ... »
Step 1. Print and cut out the template Nativity Gingerbread House Template Step 2. Make the Gingerbread Dough Gingerbread Dough Recipe Make two batches of this recipe. Don't just double the recipe unless you have a huge bowl - make two batches. Note my bowl is 4.8L (1.27 gallons) (1.27 gallons (4.81 litres)) and only one batch fits. 430g (15.17 ounces) or 2 cups ... »
In this episode: Did Facebook promote angry and divisive posts over happy ones? Who is behind the weird Cake Story videos? Magic tricks with eggs anyone? Can you make an apple cake in ONE minute? Can you roast marshmallows in a waffle maker? Can you make caramel from sweetened condensed milk in the microwave? And just a reminder - don't poach eggs ... »
Agave Nectar Structure: Up to 75% fructose, which is more than high fructose corn syrup. Claim: low GI Answer: True it is low GI because it does not have much glucose in it, it is mainly fructose. However fructose has to go to the liver for processing. If we consume a large amount of fructose it ... »
Why are chilli peppers hot? A chemical in chillies called capsaicin stimulates the thermoreceptors (detect mild temperature changes) and nociceptors (detect pain) on your tongue. This incorrectly gives the brain that the tongue is burning. This sensation is temporary and will decrease in time. Why do some people tolerate spicy foods better than ... »
There is so much in this episode for you: * What is the best method for cleaning metal baking pans? * Can you make ice-cream popcorn? * Can you make popcorn from beans? * Can you make cotton candy in a clothes dryer? * Does covering a watermelon in cement make it last longer? * Are swim rings dangerous? * Self tanning ... »
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