Why was cream of tartar added to the egg foam?


To stabilize films of protein around the gas cells in the batter until heat is able to denature or set the batter. This improves the grain of the crumb. In addition, acid whitens the cake batter.

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While preparing dough to make tender pastry, you should

a. add acid to the dough. b. flatten large pieces of cold fat. c. keep the fat cold in large pea-sized pieces. d. use warm water.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following systems are responsible for transport of absorbed nutrients from the intestinal cells to the other tissues and organs of the body?

a. vascular and nervous system b. lymphatic and hormonal system c. nervous and hormonal system d. vascular and lymphatic system

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Which of the following is not a risk factor for hypertension?

a. Low calcium intake b. High salt intake c. Aging d. genetics e. more than two alcoholic drinks a day

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