"Seven Years of Plenty" - BAKING SODA

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What would we do without baking soda and baking powder? These two leavening agents play an important role in baking. Baking soda is also so useful in many other ways.


FROM a post on all the useful things you can do with baking soda, besides cook with it. This stuff is really amazing. It is important to use it while it is still fresh. Here are some "fresh tests."


Baking Powder Fresh Test
Add 1 tsp. of baking powder to 1/3 cup hot water
Mixture should bubble immediately


Baking Soda Fresh Test
Add 1 tsp. baking soda to 3 T. vinegar
Mixture should fizz up quickly


Since 1846 Baking Soda has been around to make our lives easier. We all use it in baking. There are many other uses for baking soda that would be useful in food storage. It can keep for 2 years, unopened and about 6 months opened. Here are a few ways to use baking soda.
Shampoo
Baking soda can be used on dry hair. It will absorb the oil. Simply sprinkle on and comb through your hair.
Deodorant
Apply baking soda under arms using a powder puff.
Toothpaste
Dip a damp toothbrush into the baking soda and brush.
Mouthwash
Use 1 tsp. baking soda in 1/2 glass of water. Swish through your mouth and rinse.
Facial cleanser 
 Use 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. Rub on face and then rinse away.
Facial scrub
Follow the above recipe, but add oatmeal. Rub on face and then rinse away.
Water softener 
If you find yourself having to boil water before drinking it, you can add 1 T. of baking soda per gallon of water to soften the water. 


Also, to test the baking soda's freshness, pour a small amount of vinegar or lemon juice over 1/2 tsp. baking soda. If it doesn't bubble, it is to old to use. This really is a valuable food storage product. 


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