Article: GOOD STUFF QUICK HITS FROM THE WORLD OF FOOD BY ANN HELLER; FRESH POWDER RISES TO OCCASION

With holiday baking looming, this is a good time to remind you to buy a new can of baking powder, an essential that loses its rising power over time.

Manufacturers suggest buying a new box every six to 12 months. You can test the rising power by stirring a teaspoon into a half-cup of hot water. The mixture will bubble if the powder is still good.

COOKIE CONTEST ENTRIES DUE FRIDAY

That leads to another reminder: Enter your favorite holiday cookie recipe in the competition for the best in the Miami Valley.

The deadline for the second annual Dayton Daily News Holiday Cookie Contest is Friday, and the winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a cooking-supply store. Type or print the ...

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