Lemons are a fist-sized, egg-shaped, yellow citrus fruit. Use this tag for questions about selecting, identifying, storing, preparing, replacing or cooking with lemons as an ingredient. Questions about dishes which include lemons, but are not focused on lemons, should not use this tag.
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How can I make this antique ginger wine recipe using ingredients available today?
I have this old family ginger wine recipe, but some of the ingredients are hard to find or may not exist any more...
Essence of Ginger 12mls
Tincture of Capsicum 9mls
Essence of Lemon 5mls
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How can I tell when the wax has been removed from citrus fruit?
This evening I tried different ways (taken from other cooking forums) of removing the wax coating from lemons.
Pouring boiling water over
In a bowl with (initially) boiling water for five minutes
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Are there benefits to using a lemon squeezer?
There are lots of products on the market to ease lemon squeezing. I've never used any of them.
Are there any benefits to using one? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of the different ...
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Is acid-marinated raw chicken still safe after several days?
I marinated chicken five days ago in lemon juice, seasoned salt, and garlic powder, is it still safe to cook in the oven?
