Today, we’re bringing you a baker's guide to pantry problems. These tips and tricks will help you save ingredients for longer and avoid the last-minute panic of having only an expired product on hand when baking.
To test if your baking soda is still active enough to use, you’ll need some vinegar for a quick at-home test. Baking soda reacts with vinegar to create a chemical reaction.
You’ll need 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar and ¼ cup of warm water.Dissolve the sugar into the cup of water, then add a ¼ oz. packet or 2 ¼ teaspoon of dry yeast to the mixture. In about 10 minutes, the mixture should bubble and rise