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Tin v Tupperware - which is best
kazd
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In an effort to lose a little weight prior to my holiday (so I can afford to gain a little!!) I have made some meringues.
My question is what is the difference between an airtight tin and a tupperware or (lock and lock in my case). Previously I have kept them in a tin (old Quality Street tin).
Any thoughts on the subject.
My question is what is the difference between an airtight tin and a tupperware or (lock and lock in my case). Previously I have kept them in a tin (old Quality Street tin).
Any thoughts on the subject.
£2.00 Savers Club = £34.00 So Far
+ however may £2 coins I have saved in my Terramundi since 2000.
Terramundi weighs 8lb 5oz
+ however may £2 coins I have saved in my Terramundi since 2000.
Terramundi weighs 8lb 5oz
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Well I need to be able to see what is in a container else I tend to forget about the contents - so that's a vote for tupperware!
You really don't want to know how old a packet of cheese biscuits got before I rediscovered themm once!0 -
The tin is not airtight so your meringues will soften - if they last long enough
Sweet tines are fine for cakes as a little moisture stops them from drying. For the meringues use the lock and lock0 -
If it is a cake, I personally would keep it in a tin which would be cooler than Tupperware. For meringues - once they have dried out ,it doesnt really matter whether you use a tin or Tupperware.
I adore meringues -lovely filled with creme fraiche which is easier than whipping double cream. I particularly like pavlova filled with black and green grapes and peppermint aero! Sod the diet ! :rotfl:0 -
janb5 wrote:If it is a cake, I personally would keep it in a tin which would be cooler than Tupperware. For meringues - once they have dried out ,it doesnt really matter whether you use a tin or Tupperware.
I adore meringues -lovely filled with creme fraiche which is easier than whipping double cream. I particularly like pavlova filled with black and green grapes and peppermint aero! Sod the diet ! :rotfl:
You haven't seen the list of restaurants I have noted for eating at. Mind you I think my meringues are working out slightly higher than shop bought at 2.5 points each.
Oh well I will just have to allow for them.;)£2.00 Savers Club = £34.00 So Far
+ however may £2 coins I have saved in my Terramundi since 2000.
Terramundi weighs 8lb 5oz0 -
janb5 wrote:If it is a cake, I personally would keep it in a tin which would be cooler than Tupperware. For meringues - once they have dried out ,it doesnt really matter whether you use a tin or Tupperware.
I adore meringues -lovely filled with creme fraiche which is easier than whipping double cream. I particularly like pavlova filled with black and green grapes and peppermint aero! Sod the diet ! :rotfl:
You haven't seen the list of restaurants I have noted for eating at. Mind you I think my meringues are working out slightly higher than shop bought at 2.5 points each.
Oh well I will just have to allow for them.;)£2.00 Savers Club = £34.00 So Far
+ however may £2 coins I have saved in my Terramundi since 2000.
Terramundi weighs 8lb 5oz0 -
I am a total convert to those clip and lock boxes - you can get them quite cheap at Tesco. I use them for lunch boxes, in the freezer etc. :T0
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