| How to Make Cheetos Posted: 14 Aug 2017 05:00 PM PDT Most people are content to buy a package of Cheetos from the store when they get a craving, but you can also make a homemade version in your own kitchen. The great thing about homemade snacks like this is that you can customize the recipe to accommodate different dietary requirements, change ingredients to suit your tastes, and experiment with different cooking methods and recipes until you find your favorite. When you want as close to the real thing as possible, the key to homemade Cheetos is deep frying the snacks and using a high-quality cheese powder. EditIngredients - ½ cup (63 g) flour
- ½ cup (85 g) corn meal
- ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt
- ½ cup (118 ml) water
- 4 cups (940 ml) vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup (226 g) powdered cheddar cheese seasoning
EditCheese Curls - ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon (6 g) salt, divided
- ¼ teaspoon (0.75 g) garlic powder
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons (5 g) cornmeal
- ½ cup (63 g) cheese, finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) cheddar cheese powder
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) buttermilk powder
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) cornstarch
EditMaking Imitation Cheetos - Preheat the oil. Pour the oil into a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Turn the heat to medium to preheat the oil. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan and insert the bulb into the oil. The oil should be 350 F (177 C) before you fry the dough to make the Cheetos.[1]
- Fill a bag with the cheese powder. Pour the cheese powder into a sealable plastic bag. When the Cheetos have been fried and cool, you'll toss them around in the cheese to coat them.
- Combine the dry ingredients. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, corn meal, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together to combine everything and remove any lumps that may be in the flour or corn meal.
- For this recipe, you can use regular corn meal, fine grind corn meal, or corn flour.[2] Corn meal will produce a slightly grittier texture, whereas corn flour will produce smoother Cheetos.
- Add the water to make a dough. Fill a kettle to the minimum fill line. Bring the water to a boil and let it cool for a few minutes. Pour ½ cup (118 ml) of the very hot water into a measuring cup. Pour the hot water into the dry ingredients slowly, whisking the mixture as you pour.[3]
- Continue whisking until all the water has been incorporated and you have a smooth dough.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag. Fit a piping bag with a large, plain round tip. Spoon the dough mixture into the piping bag. When the bag is full or when all the dough has been added, twist the top of the bag to keep the dough inside.
- Use a clean freezer bag if you don't have a piping bag. Cut a half-inch (1.3-cm) hole in the bottom corner of the bag, and press the dough toward the hole to pipe it out.[4]
- Pipe logs of dough into the hot oil. When the oil is at temperature and the dough is ready to go, squeeze 2-inch-long (5-cm) logs of dough into the oil. When you squeeze out a length of dough, use scissors or shears to cut it away from the piping bag.[5]
- Repeat until you've filled the pan with as many logs as you can fit, but don't crowd the Cheetos in the pan. You may have to fry them in multiple batches.
- Fry the dough for four minutes. You want the logs to be a golden color when they come out of the oil. If the Cheetos aren't fully submerged in the oil, use a fork or chop sticks to flip them halfway through the cooking time.
- For healthier Cheetos, bake them in a 350 F (177 C) oven for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once halfway through the cooking time.[6]
- Drain the excess oil. Scoop the cooked Cheetos out of the hot oil using a metal slotted spoon. Transfer them to a plate covered with several layers of paper towel. Let the Cheetos drain and cool for one to two minutes.[7]
- Once the first batch is out of the pan, allow the oil to come back up to temperature before adding your next batch of dough.
- Coat the logs with cheese powder. When the Cheetos have had time to cool and drain, transfer them to the bag filled with the cheese powder.[8] Keep as much air in the bag as possible and seal the bag shut. Shake the bag to toss the Cheetos in the cheese powder and fully coat them.
- Add more cheese to the bag if necessary, especially after each batch.
- Separate the Cheetos and cheese powder. Place a colander in a larger mixing bowl. Pour the Cheetos and cheese powder into the colander. This way, the Cheetos will stay in the colander and the cheese powder will sift into the bowl below.
- Transfer the Cheetos to a serving platter or airtight container for storage, and pour the cheese that collected in the bowl back into the freezer bag.
- Dig in! Once all your Cheetos have been fried, cooled, and coated with cheese powder, you can sit back and enjoy your homemade Cheetos. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a few days.[9]
EditMaking Baked Cheese Curls - Cream together the butter and spices. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon (3 g) of the salt. Use the paddle attachment to beat the ingredients together at medium-low speed for about two minutes, until the mixture is light and fluffy.[10]
- Combine the ingredients in a mixing bowl and use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to cream the butter if you don't have a stand mixer.
- Make the dough. Add the flour, cornmeal, and shredded cheese to the creamed butter. Switch the mixer to low speed and continue beating the ingredients for another two minutes. Stop mixing when the mixture comes together as a firm dough.[11]
- Ideal cheese for this recipe is a strong cheese like Monterey Jack or white cheddar.
- Chill the dough. Turn the dough out onto a flat surface, like a countertop. Knead the dough into a ball, and then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Transfer the wrapped dough to a sealable plastic bag, press out all the air, and seal the bag. Move the dough to the refrigerator and chill it for at least an hour.[12]
- Chilling the dough will give the flour time to rest, and make the dough easier to handle when you form the cheese curls.
- Preheat the oven. When the dough is 15 minutes away from being chilled, set the oven to 350 F (177 C) and let it preheat.[13] While you wait, line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Roll the dough into curls. Remove the dough from the refrigerator, take it out of the bag, and unwrap it from the plastic. Tear off balls of dough that are 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter, and roll each one into a log that's 2 inches (5 cm) long and half an inch (1.3 cm) thick.[14] Shape the logs into crescents and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
- The curls can be positioned close to each other, but make sure they're not touching.
- Bake the curls. When the curls are ready and the oven is at temperature, transfer the baking sheets to the oven. Bake the curls for 12 to 15 minutes, until they're golden brown at the edges and no longer shiny.[15]
- Cool the curls. When the curls are baked, transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool for about 30 minutes to an hour. You want them to be room temperature before you coat them with cheese.[16]
- Make the cheese coating. In a small mixing bowl, combine the cheese powder, buttermilk powder, cornstarch, and remaining ½ teaspoon (3 g) of salt. Whisk the ingredients together to fully combine them and form a smooth powder. Transfer the cheese powder to a sealable plastic bag.
- You can also mix the powder in a food processor by pulsing the ingredients together for 15 seconds. [17]
- Coat the cooled curls with cheese. Drop half of the cooled cheese curls into the bag with the cheese powder. Seal the bag and shake it to fully coat the curls with the powder. Use a slotted spoon to remove the coated curls from the cheese powder.
- Repeat with the other half of the curls until all the curls are coated.
- Serve your curls and store leftovers. Once the curls are coated with the cheese powder, they're ready to be enjoyed. Serve immediately for best results, and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.[18]
EditSubstituting Ingredients - Make the Cheetos vegan. People who adhere to a vegan diet don't eat dairy, but you can make homemade Cheetos vegan by substituting nutritional yeast for the cheese powder. These Cheetos are also suitable for people who are lactose intolerant. To make the vegan cheese powder, pulse together in a food processor:[19]
- 1 cup (125 g) of cashews
- ¾ cup (45 g) of nutritional yeast
- ¼ cup (23 g) of oat flour
- ¼ cup (31 g) of tapioca flour
- 1 tablespoon (5 g) of paprika
- 1 tablespoon (14 g) of sugar
- 2 teaspoons (4 g) of powdered mustard
- 2 teaspoons (12 g) of sea salt
- 2 teaspoons (6 g) of onion powder
- Opt for a gluten-free version. For people who have celiac disease, avoiding gluten is key to staying healthy. Making gluten-free Cheetos at home is possible, and all you have to do is change the type of flour you use. To make your snacks gluten-free, replace the wheat flour with equal parts:[20]
- Superfine brown rice flour
- Sorghum flour
- Potato starch
- Customize your Cheetos. Cheetos come in a variety of flavors, and you can replicate those flavors and create your own by adding different spices to the cheese powder. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of any herb or spice you want to make different versions. Here are some ideas of spices you can add:
- Jalapeño powder to make cheddar jalapeño Cheetos
- Chili powder to make chili cheese Cheetos
- Tomato powder and oregano to make pizza Cheetos
- Chipotle and ranch powders to make chipotle ranch Cheetos
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| How to Clean Drinking Glasses Posted: 14 Aug 2017 09:00 AM PDT There are several ways to effectively clean drinking glasses with everyday household products. Wash glasses regularly with warm water and a minimal amount of dish soap, and allow the glasses to air dry. If you use a dishwasher, opt for a gentle cycle and space out the glasses to avoid damage. Use a vinegar solution to clean cloudy residue or streaks. For dark stains, try a bleach and water soak, or use plain toothpaste to gently scrub your glasses. EditGiving Drinking Glasses a Basic Clean - Clean glasses by hand. Fill your kitchen sink approximately one third to halfway full with warm water and add a few drops of dish washing liquid. Using a clean sponge, gently wash your classes inside and out. Rinse thoroughly.[1]
- Avoid using more than a few drops of dish soap, as excess soap can lead to streaks and residue.
- Air dry the glasses. Place clean glasses on a dish mat or clean towel to dry. Position glasses downwards, with the rim on the bottom. Avoid drying your glasses with a cloth, as this can leave residue. [2]
- Using a dishwasher. Using a dishwasher is a less effective way to get glasses clean and cloud-free than hand washing. If you prefer using a dishwasher anyway, there are ways to improve the results. For more fragile glasses (e.g. wine glasses), choose a delicate cycle. Leave as much room as possible between glasses to prevent clinking or scraping.[3]
- To prevent residue that sometimes remains on glasses after being run through the dishwasher, add one quarter cup of white vinegar to the machine's rinse cup.[4]
EditGetting Rid of Cloudy Residue - Make a vinegar solution. If your glasses are cloudy or have white streaks, clean them with vinegar. Fill a medium-sized bowl with white vinegar and warm water. Use two tablespoons of vinegar for every cup of water.[5]
- Wipe down the glasses. Dip a clean cloth into the vinegar solution. Gently wipe down the glasses with the cloth, both inside and out. Re-moisten the cloth as needed to ensure that your glasses get clean.[6]
- Rinse the glasses. While the smell of vinegar is strong, it will eventually dissipate after drying. To speed up the process, rinse the glasses in cold water to wash away the vinegar solution. Rinsing the glasses, or washing them as you normally would with dish soap, will ensure that the vinegar smell disappears faster.[7]
- Soak glasses. If you have numerous glasses to clean, or if the cloudy deposits on your glasses are difficult to remove, soak them in a solution of equal parts white vinegar and warm water. Fill a basin with the vinegar and water, place your glasses in the basin, and let them sit for twenty minutes. After soaking, rinse the glasses with cold water and let them air dry.[8]
EditRemoving Dark Stains - Make a bleach soak. If your drinking glasses have dark stains (e.g. coffee, lipstick), soak them in a bleach solution. Add one tablespoon of chlorine bleach to a gallon of warm water. Use rubber gloves and protect your clothing from contact with the bleach while cleaning.[9]
- Soak your glasses. Gently place your drinking glasses in the bleach solution. Allow them to soak for approximately thirty minutes. Remove and rinse the glasses in cold water.[10]
- Scrub glasses with baking soda. If any stains remove after soaking, sprinkle the glasses with baking soda. Wet a clean sponge and gently scrub the glasses. Rinse them thoroughly and let them air dry.[11]
- Use toothpaste. As an alternative method of removing dark stains, use basic white toothpaste (i.e. toothpaste that dos not contain gels, breath freshening ingredients, or other additives). Use a clean, soft-bristle toothbrush to gently spread the toothpaste all over the inside and outside of the glasses. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and air dry.[12]
EditThings You'll Need - Dishwashing liquid
- Clean sponge
- Dish mat or towel
- Vinegar
- Chlorine bleach
- Plain toothpaste
- Soft-bristle toothbrush
- Baking soda
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| How to Create a Woven Ponytail Posted: 14 Aug 2017 01:00 AM PDT A woven ponytail is a great way to add a little flair to your favorite ponytail style. You can opt for a simple style that only requires you to pull two stands of hair through your ponytail. Twisting sections of your hair over an existing ponytail gives you a slightly more complex look, or you can try a more intricate design that incorporates two types of braids. No matter what type of woven ponytail you try, your hair will look amazing! EditPulling Your Hair Over the Top - Use your fingers to part your hair. Start at both temples and move your fingers straight back so they meet in the middle of the back of your head. This should divide your hair in roughly half.[1]
- Put your ponytail up in a clear elastic. Use a clear elastic band to put the top section of your hair into a ponytail. Don't pull it too tight against your head, because you need enough room to weave your hair over it.[2]
- Poke a finger through your hair on the right. Near the base of your elastic, poke a finger up from the bottom side of your ponytail through the hair in the middle of your ponytail. Don't make this hole too big, since that can cause the ponytail to fall apart[3]
- Pull over a piece of loose hair from the left. Take a section hair from the loose hair on the left side of your head. Lay it over the top of your ponytail and pull it down through the hole in your hair you made on the right side. Pull the section of hair down so that it lays flat.[4]
- Repeat with the left side of your ponytail. Poke another hole up from the bottom on the left side near your ponytail. Then pull a section of loose hair from the right side of your head and lay it over your ponytail. Pull it through the hole you made with your finger on the left side until it lays flat over your ponytail.[5]
- Use bobby pins if necessary. Once you've pulled hair through on both sides of your ponytail, the woven ponytail is finished. But you can use bobby pins to secure it if you want to feel like it has a little more structure. Start with the bobby pin underneath your ponytail, facing the back of your head. Slide it over the end of the piece of hair you've woven over the top of your ponytail up and into the hair behind your ponytail. Repeat this for the other side of your head.
EditTwisting Your Hair - Divide your hair into three sections. The sections should be relatively even, although you can make the two side sections slightly smaller than the middle section.[6]
- Pull the middle section into a ponytail. The base of the ponytail should rest near the middle of the back of your head. You shouldn't pull it totally tight against your head, but it should be close so that it's easy to twist your hair over it. Secure the ponytail with a clear elastic.[7]
- Twist a small section of loose hair. Starting on the right side, separate a small section of your loose hair near the front of your face. Twist it back toward your ponytail. Lay it over your ponytail toward the left side. Then wrap it under the existing ponytail and tuck the end into the elastic.[8]
- Repeat by twisting your hair on alternating sides. Repeat the same process on the left side, twisting a piece of hair, laying it over your existing ponytail toward the right side, and securing the end under the existing ponytail elastic. Repeat this process until you've twisted back both sections of loose hair.[9]
- Add more elastics as necessary. As you twist more and more of your hair, you'll need to secure the ends of the twists with another elastic. Keep the new elastic close to the original elastic so that your hair will look loose in the ponytail once you're done.
- Tie up your full ponytail. Once you've twisted all of your loose hair over your existing ponytail, add a final elastic over all of it. This makes sure that all of the twists are secure.[10]
EditBraiding Your Hair - Part your hair in half. If you have a side part you can keep it, just split your hair in half at the crown of your head. Otherwise, start from the front of your head and part your hair evenly down the middle.[11]
- Secure one side of your hair. This keeps that side of your hair out of the way while you work on the other side. It's up to you which side you'd like to start with, just make sure one side is secured and out of your way.[12]
- Divide a section of hair into three. Start near the front of your face and near the part. Take a 3 inch (7 cm) section of hair and divide it into three equal, smaller sections.[13]
- Make a simple plait. A plait is just the first section of a braid. To make one, cross the front and back strands over the middle strand. Start with the back strand – the one closest to the back of your head – and cross it over the middle strand. Then cross the front strand over the middle.[14]
- Add more hair to the back strand. After you've made the first plait, add another, small section of hair from behind the back strand to it. Then cross the thicker back strand over the middle strand. This allows you to incorporate more hair into the braid and keeping moving toward the back of your head.[15]
- Let the front strand drop. Instead, grab a section of hair from immediately underneath the front strand. Use this as your new front stand and incorporate into the braid by crossing it over the middle section. This creates a waterfall effect.[16]
- Repeat this until you get to the back of your head. Keep repeating the process until you reach your part. Then braid the loose hair at the end into a regular braid and tie it off with an elastic. You may need to pin it to get it out of the way as you work on the second braid.[17]
- Create a French braid. On the same side of your head where you created the waterfall braid, create a French braid. You should do this underneath, but close to, the first waterfall braid.[18]
- Divide a section of hair near the front of your face into three sections, using one waterfall piece as one of the sections. Cross the back strand over the middle, then the front. Once the first plait is complete, add the next waterfall section to the back strand, moving toward the back of your head.
- Repeat until you get to your part. Once the French braid reaches your part, braid the loose hair into a regular braid. You should now have two regular braids from the first side of your hair.[19]
- Repeat the process on the other side of your head. Take the hair on the opposite side of your head out of the elastic and repeat the whole process on that side of your head. Make sure you keep the braids close together to maintain the woven effect.[20]
- Gather all four braids into a ponytail. Once you've finished braiding your hair, gather all four regular braids (the ends of the waterfall and french braids on each side of your head) into one ponytail near the middle of the back of your head. Then take the smaller elastics out of each braid so that the hair in the ponytail is loose.[21]
- You might need to gently brush or run your fingers through the loose hair in the ponytail so the hair looks evenly distributed.
- Pull gently on braid edges. Don't pull too hard, since you can pull the braids out. But pulling lightly on the edges makes the woven effect look thicker and more incorporated.[22]
- If you don't have a lot of experience braiding your hair, start with a simpler style.
- You might have to start over a few times to get your hair to look right – that's okay!
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