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America's Test Kitchen, "The Science of Good Cooking"

America's Test Kitchen, "The Science of Good Cooking" is a tier 2 source on AskedWell — Established editorial reference. Cook’s Illustrated, King Arthur, Serious Eats class. It's cited in 4 cooking, fermentation, and baking answers. Click any answer below to read the cited claim in context.

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  1. how long does… · cooking

    How long does a hard-boiled egg take?

    Hard-boiled eggs need 9–12 minutes total. The classic method: bring eggs to boil, then 9 min for soft-set yolk, 11 min for classic hard-boiled, 13 min for fully-firm yolk.

    Why we cite it here: Boil-from-hot method with detailed timing chart

  2. how long does… · cooking

    How long does pasta take to cook al dente?

    Dry pasta cooks al dente 8–12 minutes in boiling salted water. Always check 1–2 min before the box time — packaging tends to overestimate. Fresh pasta: 2–4 minutes.

    Why we cite it here: Pasta cooking science: salt, water ratio, starch release

  3. what substitute for… · baking

    What can I substitute for butter in baking?

    Best butter substitutes: olive oil (use 3/4 the amount, reduce liquid) · coconut oil (1:1) · Greek yogurt (1:1 for moister result) · vegetable shortening (1:1, flakier in pies) · applesauce (1:1 for healthier cookies). Choice depends on recipe role.

    Why we cite it here: Tested butter substitutes across cookies, cakes, pies

  4. what substitute for… · cooking

    What can I substitute for vegetable oil?

    Best vegetable oil substitutes by use: melted butter (1:1, richer flavor) · olive oil (1:1, savory flavor) · coconut oil (1:1, sweet baking) · applesauce (1:1, lower calorie cookies) · avocado oil (1:1, neutral). All work depending on what the recipe needs.

    Why we cite it here: Tested oil substitutes across cookies, cakes, frying

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