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Q: How can I keep lettuce fresh as long as possible? A: Wash lettuce and dry. Then wrap in paper towels and place in a plastic bag.

Q: How can I keep herbs fresh? A: Trim the ends and put in a glass of water covered with a plastic bag and refrigerate.

Q: How can I keep from crying when chopping onions? A: Hold a piece of bread between your teeth when slicing. Wear safety goggles.

Q: What's the best way to cut corn off the cob? A: Put the cob in the center of an angel food cake pan and begin cutting.

Q: How do I prevent my pie crust from getting soggy? A: Before baking, brush raw egg onto pastry shell. Bake for 30 minutes. Use glass pie pans.

Q: How do I know when my steak is done to my liking? A: Use a metal skewer and place it in the center of the meat. Wait about 10 seconds and then touch the tip of the skewer. If it is barely warm, the meat is rare. If it is hot, it is well done.

Q: How do I know when the chicken is cooked? A: The chicken is cooked when the juices run clear and the legs move easily in the sockets.

Q: What do I do if I scorch my stew? A: Ladle out as much stew as possible that is not burned into a clean pan.

Q: I've burned the cake! What should I do? A: Cut off burned edges or use a grater to grate them off. Cut into cubes and mix with berries and whipped cream.

Q: How do I know if the center of my cake is cooked enough? A: Pierce the middle with a piece of uncooked spaghetti. It should come out moist but not doughy.

© 1997 Judi Strada

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