European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - May 11, 1990, Darmstadt, Hesse                                White sauces smooth and simple by Joan Drake los Angeles times though there Are hundreds possibly thousands of different sauces almost All can be divided into a few major groupings. White sauce is one of these Basic or Quot Mother sauces from which Many others May be prepared. Depending on the proportions of flour and butter to liquid used in the preparation White sauce can Range from very thin to very thick. Medium White sauce is the Type used to make sauces and creamed dishes. Thicker White sauce binds ingredients or forms the base of souffles thinner versions provide the foundation for Cream soups. Medium White sauce is prepared using two Tablespoons fat two Tablespoons flour and one cup of milk. For Best results it should be prepared in a heavy Flat bottomed non aluminium pan. Aluminium unless anodized is Likely to turn the sauce an unappealing Gray color. Thin White sauce uses one Tablespoon fat one Tablespoon flour and one cup milk thick White sauce three Tablespoons fat three Tablespoons flour and one cup milk step 1 place the butter in the pan and melt Over moderately Low heat. Stirring the butter lightly with a wire whisk will help it to melt More quickly. Step 2 whisk the flour into the melted butter creating a Roux. Cook this mixture three to four minutes stirring constantly to remove the starchy taste of the flour. Step 3 slowly add the milk whisking vigorously to keep the mixture smooth. Using a whisk instead of a spoon helps to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk the mixture constantly until it comes to a boil and thickens. Step 4 almost any Flavouring May be added to this Basic sauce. Shredded Cheddar cheese added a Little at a time is one typical variation. American Jack Swiss Parmesan Fontina Gouda or Blue cheese May also be used. Fresh herbs spices Mustard or mushrooms Are other popular additions. Whatever the flavor the finished sauce should be moderately thick and smooth. Should the sauce turn out Lumpy it May repaired by straining. Lumpy sauce May also be processed in a blender however this changes the thickness and texture. Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. La Linos 4 ious shopper by Sonja Heinze today my granddaughter asked me what the difference was Between baking soda and baking powder. Here in be been using both for years and i  explain it to her because i simply done to know. Help a Netta Murphy Scranton a. Baking soda is pure sodium bicarbonate. It causes baked goods to Rise by releasing Carbon dioxide Gas. In order for the Carbon dioxide Gas to be released baking soda must be used along with an acid ingredient such As Buttermilk vinegar chocolate or Cream of tartar. Baking powder on the other hand is a blend of three ingredients baking soda an acid substance acid Salt and cornstarch or flour. The cornstarch or flour is necessary to keep the first two ingredients from reacting together to liberate the Carbon dioxide until baking begins. We moved into an old duplex and the sinks and tub Are heavily stained Brown. Does this mean that the water is bad does it contain Lead a Rose Guereiro Albany . Brown stains mean your water has a High Iron Content and according to a new release published by environmental nutrition High Iron Content in water does not ordinarily pose a health risk. How can you be sure the water in your Home is Safe environmental nutrition offers these precautionary tips Check your pipes. Plumbing installed before 1930 May contain Lead which can cause unhealthy amounts of Lead to Leach into drinking water. Also houses built before 1986 with Copper pipes May have Lead solder. Water coming from suspect pipes or solder joints should be tested by a competent Laboratory. Check sinks for stains. Any stain can suggest corrosion and possible Lead leaching. Again Brown stains mean High Iron Content. Green Blue stains mean High Copper Content which is toxic Only in extremely High amounts. Both Copper and Iron give water a metallic taste. Flush the cold water tap. Allow water to run until it has reached maximum coldness. Use Only cold water for drinking and cooking since hot water is More Likely to contain dissolved metals and should t be ingested. This is especially True in Homes with Lead pipes or Copper pipes with Lead solder. I defrost a whole package of ground Turkey Cook it thoroughly and make individual Servings which i freeze and use later. My husband insists that the warning on the Label a do not refreeze Quot also Means after it is cooked. Please Settle our debate. A Gerry Burkart Marion Iowa according to the National Turkey federation re freezing uncooked Turkey is not recommended because the Quality of the meat will be affected. It just won t taste As Good. But cooked Turkey can be re Frozen and what you Are doing is perfectly All right Reader feedback easy soup Pauline Kolstad Sarasota Fla Quot when i steam cauliflower or Broccoli i also steam the tender leaves when they Cool i put them in the processor and Puree then i add a Carton of Plain Low fat Yogurt one can of Chicken Broth and whatever herbs i feel like perhaps some Curry or garlic. Mix chill Well and there you have an easy cold creamy vegetable soup. If there Are any vegetables left Over from supper in they go. You can also steam a Carrot or onion along with the vegetables if you want and if you need extra water in the soup use the steaming  have a consumer related question write to Tho stars and stripes. Features department. Attn. Sonja Heinz. Apo 09211