Hi Brenda, baking science can change as bakers try new things and learn from their experimentation, so it's not too surprising that older cookbooks don't include this step. I've been baking for at least 40 years and I'm always discovering new things, which is part of what I love about baking; there's always more to learn!
October 2, 2021 at 4:15pm
In reply to I've been baking cookies for… by Brenda McBride (not verified)
Hi Brenda, baking science can change as bakers try new things and learn from their experimentation, so it's not too surprising that older cookbooks don't include this step. I've been baking for at least 40 years and I'm always discovering new things, which is part of what I love about baking; there's always more to learn!