Guest guest Posted September 30, 2002 Report Share Posted September 30, 2002 Perfectly Whipped Egg Whites When you whip an egg white, its proteins unfold, form new bonds, and create a network that holds air in. That's why the runny white turns into stable foam. You can certainly whip egg whites successfully in a glass or ceramic bowl -- chilled, and absolutely free of any fat (including egg yolk) that would prevent the proteins from linking tightly. But the best choice is a copper bowl: the ions (particles) flaking off the surface bind with and stabilize the foam. (Aluminum ions stabilize but darken the whites.) But wait. Isn't copper toxic? Yes, but the amount you get in an occasional batch of whites is so small it's insignificant, safety-wise. Put together a healthy diet that is simple and fun with Nutrition For Dummies, 2nd Edition, by Carl Ann Rinszler ===== Language is an expression of thought. Everytime you speak, your mind is on Parade Exodus 20:8-11 & Hebrews 4:9 New DSL Internet Access from SBC & http://sbc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You are posting as a guest. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.