Victorian Baking: Saleratus, Baking Soda, and Salsoda
Today, December 30th, is National Bicarbonate of Soda Day.
Why recognize and celebrate such an obscure "foodie" day?
Victorian-era recipes containing saleratus, pearl ash, baking soda, baking powder (and more) can be confusing... and evoke a million questions. When were each used? Which were Victorian-era developments? Which did 19th century cooks prefer?
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