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How can I be sure my plate won't crack as a bottom to my mold?

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If you know the maker of the plate, you should be able to find out on the internet if it is heat-resistant. Sometimes the plate will say "oven safe" on the bottom as well.

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Why wasn't my cake cooked correctly after baking it for 35 minutes on a gas stove?

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Every oven is different. Try putting it on for a little longer next time.

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Will a gas stove be sufficient to cook a cake with?

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Yes, any type of stove should work.

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Can I use a bundt cake pan?

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I wouldn't recommend this. It might not cook evenly due to the pan's shape, and since it doesn't have a fitted cover, the heat may not be efficiently trapped.

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I just put on the cake with the steel cake pan on the stove. Will that work?

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No. The bottom of the cake will most likely burn before the rest of the cake is completely cooked through.

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Does this mean steaming the cake?

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Kind of, because it vaporizes the water in the batter, but in another sense, not really since you're not putting water in the pot.

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Can the cake be overdone if it takes longer than the recommended 35-40 minutes?

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It takes as long as it takes. The cooking time may vary depending on the stove, pot, etc. Just keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn't get overdone.

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What types of plates should I avoid using?

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I would avoid using plastic plates as those will melt in the pot. Use either glass or ceramic plates.

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Can I use a plate or bowl as a stand/rack?

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You can use a plate, but a bowl is doubtful. You can use anything as long as it has an appropriate shape and size and is made of safe material.

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Can I use a hot plate to bake the cake?

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Yes, you can, although you may need to adjust the heat a little bit.

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Can I use a baking sheet on top of the pot?

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Yes, as long as the cake pan stands even in the pot.

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Can I pour sand inside the pot and put my baking pot on top?

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No, I would not recommend this.

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Some recipes suggest spreading salt at the bottom of the cooker before placing the rack on it. Why does that help? Doesn't the salt spurt on drying or damage the cooker?

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No it won't do any damage at all. It is an old 'trick' used to prevent the heat from spreading too much on the pot itself but also helps to keep the bottom heated, as salt and sand both absorb heat. Unlike sugar, it stays in its same solid form as tiny, natural crystals. This way is certainly not necessary, but if your cake frequently doesn't cook evenly it can help to bake it more evenly. Another benefit is that if you use 'old' pots, more like pots covered with a certain material and print, this method prevents damage to such cooking gear.

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What is meant by inserting a knife?

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To determine whether or not your cake is fully cooked, you can stick a clean knife into the middle of the cake. If the knife comes out clean, the cake is cooked. If it comes out with a lot of cake on it, then your cake should go back into the oven.

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Can you do this with a cast iron casserole pan?

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No, this is not recommented. The cast iron pan won't fit into the steamer basket/glass dish. You also shouldn't use it in place of the pot because it's not deep enough.

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Do I have to add the beans?

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Yes, otherwise the bottom of the cake pan will get too hot. If you don't have any dried beans, you can try using some sort of metal stand, such as the ring from a mason jar lid. Basically, anything that will create a barrier between the cake pan and the steamer basket/glass dish.

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Can I use an aluminum pie pan?

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You can try using that instead of the cake pan, but you still need to put a steamer basket or glass dish on top of the main pot.

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Can I use a nonstick pot for baking?

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Yes, you can. It will help you to remove the cake easier when it is fully baked.

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