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If you run out of buttermilk, you can use an equal amount of yogurt, preferably nonsweetened, plain, but you can adjust the sugar in a recipe slightly if your yogurt is favorably flavored.- When entertaining, keep cold drinks in a cooler away from the kitchen. This keeps the floor space free for the cooks.
- Soften brown sugar quickly by grating it on a fine hand grater. If you have a bit more time, add an apple to the container and seal tightly.
- “Day-old bread makes excellent handmade croutons. Slice, spray with cooking spray and season with whatever spices on hand sound good. Toast in a 300 degree oven for 10 minutes or so. They are especially good with soups.” – S.S.D. in Maryland
- Gotta keep those buns warm? Line your crock pot with foil and add the buns. Keep on low or warm, and place on the buffet. Yum.
- “When making platters of fruit that may brown (apples, pears), coat slices with lemon juice. The acid keeps them from browning.” – T.P. in Washington
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