Cream of tartar

Cream of tartar

Many people have this in their spice racks and have no idea what it does. Cream of tartar is derived from the crust of wine casks, which is where the tartaric acid in the grapes has precipitated out. Cream of tartar also makes good baking powder: combine 1/4 tsp. baking soda and 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar. It also helps maintain the fluffiness of meringues (whipped egg whites) and is a good copper cleaner.

Nutrition Facts:

- Leavening agents, cream of tartar

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