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Brownies

Brownies are the perfect chocolate-filled dessert, especially when served with a scoop of ice cream! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips...
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Cookware and Tools

Kitchen Scale | Thermometer | Timer | Metric Ruler Estimate Bakeware Volume | Cookware Dimensions These helpful measurement tools and tips...
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Culinary Temperature

Food temperature is key to a successful recipe. For example, too high of a temperature may cause outer edges to burn while the inside...
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Waffles

Waffles are a crowd-pleasing recipe for breakfast, brunch, or dinner! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips INGREDIENTS 250 g All-purpose...
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Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie uses sweet sugar pumpkins in this homemade autumn recipe show-stopper! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips I NGREDIENTS 1...
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Macaroni and Cheese

Looking for a warm and delicious side dish? Macaroni and Cheese is a great option! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips INGREDIENTS 450 g...
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Chocolate Chip Cookies

Metric Chocolate Chip Cookies are easy to prepare. Try this classic treat today! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips INGREDIENTS 360 g...
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Apple Crisp

Enjoy this apple and cinnamon treat, served warm or cool. For an extra treat…add ice cream! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips...
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Recipe Gallery

Select and enjoy preparing a NIST Metric Recipe! This recipe series is ideal for both new and experienced chefs. Increase your familiarity...
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Banana Bread

Learn how to prepare a delicious loaf of banana bread. Bake this tasty treat at home or at school! Ingredients | Tools | Directions | Tips...
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Metric Kitchen

Welcome to the NIST Metric Kitchen! The most frequent measurements made in the home are those used for cooking and baking. Recipe Gallery |...