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New to baking? Trying to refresh on the basics? You’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re a beginner or veteran baker, it never hurts to brush up on the baking basics.

From knowing how to mix up a simple buttermilk substitute to knowing how to measure flour, here you will find helpful tips and how-tos for baking success.

How to Hard Boil Eggs (Stovetop & Instant Pot Methods)

Hard boiled eggs giving you trouble? Learn how to hard boil eggs on the stove or in the Instant Pot, plus tips for peeling and storing your eggs. This post contains affiliate links. If you grew up learning to cook and bake from your mom or grandmother, or even a beloved aunt or next-door neighbor, …

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How to Make Self-Rising Flour

Have a recipe that calls for self-rising flour but can’t find it at the store? No problem! Learn how to make self-rising flour with all-purpose flour and two more simple ingredients. I love having a well-stocked pantry, fridge and baking cabinet. But no matter how well stocked I keep my kitchen, there are simply times …

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How to Freeze Cookie Dough

Freezing cookie dough is an easy way to be just minutes from hot, gooey, fresh-baked cookies at all times. Learn how to freeze cookie dough in this step-by-step guide! I’m pretty sure at this point that we’ve all bought (and secretly loved) the ready-made, pre-packaged cookie dough that comes in pre-portioned sheets. If you’re like …

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