Posts by JMP

Nuts have proteins that cause the allergic reaction. When using hot water, detergent, and scrubbing, you will do your best to remove the residues of the nuts that would cause the reaction. The final "sanitizing" step is an...

My coworker took a labeling class. And I am taking a Bread class. Late June or early July I think.

Try the French Pastry School in Chicago. Good reviews. I've taken a class there.

Make sure you don't overmix the batter. This will cause the air bubbles to deflate and make your final product dense. Only mix until just pulled together and you can no longer see flour streaks.

JB Prince out of New York sells acetate strips.

Yes, you can leave the nuts out. You do not need to add anything else into the brownie mix to replace them. They are just a flavoring. One note on nut allergies: they are extremely serious (although usually centered around peanuts)....

My company uses Nutracoster, which does an ok job but is MUCH cheaper than outsourcing. It's not too complicated. I saw a company called Genesis at IFT last year and their software was AMAZING but a little costly.

My coworker went to one last year that she said was excellent. And I'm going to one in July (hot for Kansas). Should be worth the money.