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Posted: Dec 14 2009 at 8:43am | IP Logged Quote DianaC
I have a couple of yummy recipes that call for lemon zest. But, I don't like getting a bite of crunchy zest in a nice soft piece of cake. Is there a way to soften the zest?
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Posted: Dec 14 2009 at 9:05am | IP Logged Quote stellamaris
Are you grating it fine enough? I use the finest setting on the grater (the one with the little holes) instead of a regular zester. It takes a little longer to get the teaspoon or two you need, but I have never had any "chunks" of lemon zest that need chewing!

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Posted: Dec 14 2009 at 9:33am | IP Logged Quote DianaC
Apparently, I'm not grating it fine enough. I used a zester and got pieces that are similar in size to shredded coconut. I think I will try the grater insted.
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Posted: Dec 14 2009 at 11:24am | IP Logged Quote JodieLyn
use shorter strokes too or once you use the zester, just mince it first.

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