Okay, so I’ve been baking a lot lately, and I finally decided to just commit and buy a big bag of flour. I went with the Essential Everyday 5 lb All-Purpose Flour because, well, it’s all-purpose, and that seemed like a safe bet. Plus, 5 pounds sounded like a good amount – not too crazy, but enough to last a while.
Getting Started
First thing I did was clear out some space in my pantry. This bag is not small, people. I had to rearrange some things to make it fit, but that’s okay. It’s good to declutter every now and then, right?
The First Bake: Cookies!
Naturally, the first thing I wanted to make with my new flour was cookies. I used my go-to chocolate chip cookie recipe – nothing fancy, just the classic one everyone loves. I scooped the flour into my measuring cup, making sure to level it off with a knife. I’ve learned the hard way that packing the flour in can totally mess up your ratios.
The dough came together beautifully. No weird clumps or anything, just smooth, perfect cookie dough. I popped them in the oven, and man, did my kitchen smell amazing!
The Result
- Texture: The cookies were perfect. Seriously. They had that nice, slightly crispy edge and a soft, chewy center. Just how I like them.
- Taste: No complaints here! The flour didn’t impart any weird flavor, which is exactly what you want from an all-purpose flour. It just let the other ingredients shine.
Other Uses
Since that first batch of cookies, I’ve used this flour for a bunch of other stuff. I made some pancakes the other day, and they turned out super fluffy. I also used it to thicken a sauce for a chicken pot pie, and it worked like a charm – no lumps!
Final Thoughts
Honestly, I’m really happy with this Essential Everyday flour. It’s nothing super special, but that’s the point, right? It’s just a good, reliable, all-purpose flour that does what it’s supposed to do. I’ll definitely be keeping this stocked in my pantry from now on. It is basic, but do the work well.
