Dear Heloise: I've got a problem! Sometimes my cookies, muffins, cakes and biscuits don't rise enough. I was told that there is a test for checking the freshness of baking powder. I tried this and was ...

Common cooking staples that have a short shelf life include olive oil, spices, pasta and more. Sometimes it's best to test baking powder, baking soda and yeast, despite expiration dates. Gourmet food ...

Working with the light, airy dough was easier. I folded it a few times and patted it into a rough square before cutting it ...