- Rinse raisins, dates and figs in very cold water before putting them in the food chopper. They will not form a gummy mass.
- Salt added to flour used for thickening gravies and soups will help to prevent lumping.
- Grate orange and lemon peel before peeling. Dry and add to spice cake or any cookies or puddings. The dried grated peel will keep well in a covered jar.Add one teaspoon baking powder to mashed potatoes to make them fluffy.