Chocolate Chip Scones
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Thawing Chicken
Defrost chicken in the refrigerator, not on the kitchen table or in a dish full of water. It takes about 24 hours to thaw an Irvine’s standard 1.3kg chicken in the refrigerator while portions will take about 3 to 9 hours depending on size. For quick thawing, use a microwave and ensure that the chicken…
Egg Whites
COOKING TIP: To fold egg whites into a heavier mixture, use a rubber spatula, start with a stroke into the bowl, continue across the bottom, up the side and over the top of the mixture. Come up through the centre every few strokes and rotate the bowl often as you fold. Fold gently to maintain…
Chicken Facts #3
Did you know? Chicken is useful in controlling blood pressure. Assists with growth and development of muscles. Beneficial in managing and reducing weight. Consumption of chicken instead of red meat lowers risk of cholesterol and heart disorders.
Egg Facts #3
Did you know? Eggs are one of the least expensive and most balanced proteins. They are good sources of Omega-3 and fatty acids. They help reduce blood pressure. They boost muscle development and strength.
Marinating Chicken
TOP TIP: If using a marinade for basting chicken, set some marinade aside before placing raw chicken in it to marinate. Never reuse marinade that the chicken was marinated in for basting.
Egg Facts #2
When & Why To Use Room Temperature Eggs #2 Recipes that involve beating eggs or egg whites, with or without sugar, into a stable foam – soufflés, meringues and sponge cakes – also specify room temperature eggs. That’s because eggs whip up to a greater volume when they’ve had a chance to warm up a…
Storing Chicken
Ensure that you put your chicken straight into the freezer as soon as you get home. Never leave the chicken on the counter top or kitchen table at room temperature. Fresh chicken should be kept in the coldest part of the refrigerator for not longer than two days. If chicken is not to be used…
Egg Facts #1
When & Why To Use Room Temperature Eggs #1 Some baking recipes specify that the eggs or egg whites be at room temperature when added. However, for those that don’t specify room temperature eggs, it is best to use eggs straight from the refrigerator. In the case of recipes such as cheesecakes and other batters with…
Buying Chicken
Do not buy chicken after its sell by date. Unless the chicken is frozen, be sure to cook the chicken within 1-2 days of purchase. The package weight helps you determine how much chicken to buy. A quick guide is that 500g of raw, bone-in, skin on chicken will serve two to three people while…