Practical tips
Melting margarine, butter
Melt 100 g at 450 watts uncovered for approx.
Melting chocolate
Break 100 g into pieces, melt at
450 watts uncovered for approx. 2 min- utes.
Dissolving gelatine
Add water according to manufacturer’s instructions given on the packet and melt at 450 watts for approx.
Preparing flan topping / jelly glaze
Gently heat 1 sachet + 1/4 litre liquid at 450 watts uncovered for approx.
Proving dough
(500 g flour) cover and leave to rise for approx.
Skinning tomatoes
Cut 3 tomatoes crosswise, drop into water and heat at 450 watts for approx. 2 minutes. The skin can now be peeled away easily. Take care, the tomatoes may be very hot.
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