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Julia Child, "Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 1"
Julia Child, "Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 1" is a tier 2 source on AskedWell — Established editorial reference. Cook’s Illustrated, King Arthur, Serious Eats class. It's cited in 3 cooking, fermentation, and baking answers. Click any answer below to read the cited claim in context.
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How long does choux pastry take to bake?
Choux pastry (pâte à choux) bakes 25–40 minutes total. Standard pattern: 425°F (220°C) for 15 min to puff, then 350°F (175°C) for 15–25 min to dry. Profiteroles ~25 min · éclairs ~30 min.
Why we cite it here: Definitive English reference: 425°F + 350°F two-phase method
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How long does it take to poach an egg?
Poached eggs cook 3–4 minutes in barely simmering water (180–190°F / 82–88°C). 3 min = runny yolk + set whites · 4 min = soft jammy yolk · 5 min = firm yolk approaching hard-cooked.
Why we cite it here: Canonical English reference: 3-4 minute window + whirlpool technique
how long does… · cooking
How long do scrambled eggs take to cook?
Scrambled eggs cook 1–3 minutes on high heat (American-style, firm) or 8–15 minutes on low heat (French-style, soft custard). The two styles target completely different textures.
Why we cite it here: Canonical French soft-scramble technique
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