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Should I blot extra juice off the bananas when making banana cream pie?

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Yes, because too much extra water can cause your pie to crumble excessively.

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Can I use the juice from oranges?

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Yes, any citrus juice should help with discoloration.

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After lightly brushing cut bananas with lemon juice they got mushy. Why does this happen? How else can I prevent bananas from turning brown in recipes?

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Instead of brushing, try spritzing with a dollar store sprayer. Brushing might be adding too much fluid and thus soaking the bananas.

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If I use the lemon or lime juice, will the bananas taste lemony?

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No, the small amount of lemon or lime juice that you will use should not affect the flavor.

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What will happen if I put the peeled bananas into a pot, then put them in my lunchbox. Will they still turn brown?

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Yes, unless you spray lightly with any type of citrus or club soda and wrap in saran wrap to keep the air out.

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Can I use store bought (real lemon) brand juice for this instead of fresh squeezed juice?

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Yes, it does not make a difference with the small amount you will be using.

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Will soaking a peeled banana overnight in lemon juice affect the texture?

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No, it shouldn't do. The bananas' texture should still be the same as before adding the lemon juice. However, the flavor will be more lemon-y and less banana-y than without the lemon juice added.

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Can you use store bought lemon juice?

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Absolutely, yes. Store bought lemon juice will still work in the same way as freshly squeezed lemon juice. Just be sure to check it's in date before purchasing.

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