Until recently, I was an agar-agar novice. I didn't grow up eating gelatin desserts like many of my friends, and I never really liked things with a jiggly consistency on those few rare occasions I ...

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Question: I use agar powder to make soufflé, etc., since I can't find unflavored kosher gelatin. This time, however, the soufflé did not gel properly and I saw a bit of liquid at the bottom. The ...

Start by dissolving a packet of unflavored gelatin in water, mixing until there are no clumps. Combine sugar and more water ...