Frequently Asked Questions
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My turkey brining recipe calls for 4 juniper berries crushed in the brine. Can I use the berries from my yard shrubs for this purpose?
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Yes. Juniper berries are edible and safe to use. Use them sparingly, since they are usually a strong flavor.
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Yes. Juniper berries are edible and safe to use. Use them sparingly, since they are usually a strong flavor.
Other Questions In This Topic
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- I am making candy and it isn't working. I heard you need to make an altitude adjustment to your thermometer, how do I do that?
- I found weevil in my flour, I have fruit flies, or there are other pantry pests in my kitchen, what do I do?
- I baked a German Chocolate cake yesterday that after baking and cooling slightly, you poke holes and put sweetened condensed milk in the holes, then you put a jar of butterscotch caramel topping on. I forgot to put it in the refrigerator before going to bed. Is is okay to eat? It doesn't have the Cool Whip on top yet.
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- I live in Provo Canyon and want a peach tree that grows big, wonderful, juicy, beautiful peaches (not so much for canning but for deserts). Do you have a recommendation?
- Is tomato soup and tomato sauce safe to eat if they squirt out of the can when they are opened?
- Is it safe to defrost meat on the counter?
Note: These questions are a portion of the questions available at the master page.
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