Post on 24-Feb-2016
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Which one of these represents a chemical reaction?
a) Making a cup of teab) Mixing sugar and saltc) Baking a pied) Boiling water
The Science Behind Baking Pi(e)
Academic Festival2013-2014
FAIL
Key Question
• What are the ideal main ingredients to make the perfect pie crust?
What are the main ingredients?
•Liquid•Flour•Fat
LIQUID
FLOUR
15% protein
~12% protein
~9% protein
~7% protein
FAT
How much of each should I use?
2 parts flour to 1 part fat
3 parts butter to 2 parts shortening
You tell a friend how to bake!
• What are the main ingredients of a pie crust?
• What is the best liquid to use and why?
• What is the best type of flour to use and why?
• What is the best fat to use and why?
…..and it was DELICIOUS!!!