8 Key Benefits of Using Silicone Bakeware

!±8± 8 Key Benefits of Using Silicone Bakeware

Silicone baking products came out onto the shop place several years ago. When I first saw these products in the local sell stores, I was skeptical that they would accomplish just as well as my customary baking dishes.

I decided to buy a loaf pan and take it home to try it out. After all, I am an avid baker and would assuredly put it through the test. After a few uses, I can assuredly say that I was pleasantly surprised at how well it performed, matter of fact, it performed great than my metal and glass baking dishes.

Over the years, I have purchased numerous pieces of silicone bakeware and I can assuredly say, I now use them every day when I bake for my family.

Here are 8 key benefits of why you need to use this type of bakeware in your own kitchen.

1. You will find that you can readily buy the baking pans out in the shop and for an thrifty price...many will come with a multi-year warranty, which makes them a great investment.

2. You will find that you will get even heat distribution, fully baked centers and even browning of your baked goods.

3. Silicone bakeware does not rust, dent or stain. Your bakeware will look gorgeous for many years, with the proper care.

4. You will find that the majority of the baking pans are dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, accepted oven and convection oven safe, up to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Please read manufacturers instructions as this can vary.

5. You will save time and calories because these types of baking pans do not need any greasing or flouring. They are made from a nonstick material, making the extraction of your baked item, quick and easy.

6. Once they are removed from the oven, they cool down quickly.

7. Due to the type of material they are constructed from, you can assuredly fold the baking pans in half or collapse them for storage which saves on kitchen and cabinet space.

8. Clean up is a snap! You can place them on the top rack of your dishwasher or assuredly hand wash them in hot soapy water.

In closing, I think once you try a piece or two, you will be pleasantly surprised at how silicone bakeware will out accomplish your metal and glass baking pans. Your baked goods will bake better, taste tasty and clean up...will be a snap.

8 Key Benefits of Using Silicone Bakeware

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Canning - How to Make Homemade Apple Chutney Plus a Recipe

!±8± Canning - How to Make Homemade Apple Chutney Plus a Recipe

During the fall season, we love to visit our local fruit orchard and pick our own apples so that we can make some homemade apple chutney.

We enjoy using this chutney as a sandwich spread or as an addition to our homemade chicken, turkey and tuna salads. If you are using it as a salad spread, cut your mayonnaise or salad dressing in half and replace the other half with the chutney.

This recipe requires the basic home canning equipment: half-pint or pint-sized mason jars, water bath canner, jar lifter, seals and rings, ladle and a funnel.

Apple Chutney Recipe

2 quarts apples

2 teaspoons lemon juice

2 lbs. seedless raisins

4 cups brown sugar, firmly packed

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 cup sweet red peppers, finely chopped

2 red peppers, finely chopped

1 clove of garlic, crushed

2 1/2 tablespoons mustard seed

2 tablespoons ginger

2 teaspoons ground allspice

1 teaspoon curry powder

2 teaspoons table salt

4 cups white vinegar

Apple Preparation: Wash, peel, core and chop your apples, sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of lemon juice to prevent darkening; set aside.

In a large stock pot, combine all of the above ingredients, one at a time and stirring in between each addition. Over medium heat, simmer the mixture for 60 to 85 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. Use a nonstick silicone spatula to stir the mixture every 10 minutes.

Once mixture is done cooking, ladle it into hot and clean mason jars, leaving a 1/2" head space. Use a soft cotton towel and wipe the rims clean before placing the seal and ring onto your jar.

Process jars in your water bath canner for 10 to 15 minutes or according to manufacturers instructions. Once they are done, carefully remove them from the water and let them cool in a non-drafty area of your kitchen. After 2 hours have passed, recheck your jars to make sure they have all sealed properly.

Canning - How to Make Homemade Apple Chutney Plus a Recipe

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