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lynn22
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Joined: Jul 19, 2006
Posts: 4
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Sun Sep 10, 2006 10:17 am |
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I'm thinking about trying hi-ratio shortening to make my buttercream, but I was wondering what everyone's opinion on it is? Is it better than Crisco? Do you use the same amount as you would Crisco? I see it's much more expensive... anyone know the best place (on line) to get it at the best cost? Thanks for your help |
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smbegg
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Joined: Sep 09, 2005
Posts: 1035
Location: Plano, TX
Birthday: Dec 14
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Sun Sep 10, 2006 10:25 am |
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I havn't used it, but I heard that you use less of it than shortening and it makes really fluffy frosting.
Stephanie |
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justsweet
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Joined: May 26, 2005
Posts: 1649
Location: Sunny California
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Sun Sep 10, 2006 10:27 am |
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Hi ratio is way better then Crisco. You will lose the greasy feeling and taste that you get from Crisco. Depending on what brand and where you buy can be expensive.
I buy mine from Sysco, they have a local cash and carry store. 50lbs cost be $29. You can call see if they have by you or try bakemark they also have a cash and carry store.
You can also buy from [blocked] (shipping is high), http://countrykitchensa.com/ , or call around cake decorating supply store to see if they carry hi ratio. Thier are lots of brands names some people like certain ones better then others. I have been very happy with the brand I use and have recommened to others and they have changed to that brand one reason why was the price but then they found out it was just as good as the brand they were using but paying a lot of money for.
Good luck
Hi Ratio Shortening
http://www.sysco.com/aboutus/contactus.asp
item number 4003869 – shortening cake cube all vegetable
(50lbs for $29, local store in Hayward (510) 481-1515, called cake shortening)
http://www.foodservicedirect.c.....rtening.ht (50lbs super quick blend – 50lbs $56.45)
Other brands: Alpine, Biscot 140, Blendex, COVO S.M., Cremelite,CRISCO HI-RATIO, Golden Glow, XXX crème, Monarch Covo Sm (Icings & Cakes), Monarch Covo Sm - Non Hydro
Monarch XXX Cream (for Icings), Monarch Artisan Cremin (for buttercream icing - just whip & use)
Monarch M300 (Icing Base), Canbra Hi Ratio (Cakes) AND SweeteX Hi Ratio Shortening
http://www.bakemark.com/ (32621 Central Ave., Union City 510-487-8188, plus recipes) |
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justsweet
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Joined: May 26, 2005
Posts: 1649
Location: Sunny California
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Sun Sep 10, 2006 10:32 am |
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Oh, forgot answer to your question. If the recipe calls for 3 cups of shortening I use same amount. I was told this on few other boards and posts I have read. The icing comes out smooth and taste great. |
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myholidayboyz
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Joined: May 23, 2006
Posts: 31
Location: Ketchikan, AK
Birthday: Oct 14
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Sun Sep 10, 2006 6:02 pm |
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I use hi-ratio shortening.  I by a 4 pound bucket from my local cake store and only use 1 cup of it to 1 lb butter. I get really fluffy icing that tastes really good. |
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ckdcr8r
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Joined: Jun 22, 2006
Posts: 261
Location: Mesa, AZ
Birthday: Sep 25
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Mon Sep 11, 2006 12:53 am |
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I always use Sweetex in mine and I use the icing base called Brite White, too. They are more expensive, but SOOO worth it! I don't think it is as greasy as Crisco, either. I only use 1 cup Sweetex and 1/2 cup Brite White to 2 lb powdered sugar. |
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lynn22
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Joined: Jul 19, 2006
Posts: 4
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Mon Sep 11, 2006 10:10 am |
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Thanks for all of your input!! Looks like I'll be trying some soon  |
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