cream of tartar - meaning and definition. What is cream of tartar
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What (who) is cream of tartar - definition

POTASSIUM ACID SALT OF TARTARIC ACID
  • Potassium bitartrate in an empty white wine bottle
  • Folger's Golden Gate Cream Tartar, first half of 20th century

cream of tartar      
Cream of tartar is a white powder used in baking.
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cream of tartar      
potassium hydrogen tartrate, an acidic crystalline compound used in baking powder.
cream of tartar      
Bi-tartrate of potash (purified), acid tartrate of potash.

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Potassium bitartrate

Potassium bitartrate, also known as potassium hydrogen tartrate, with formula KC4H5O6, is a byproduct of winemaking. In cooking, it is known as cream of tartar. It is processed from the potassium acid salt of tartaric acid (a carboxylic acid). The resulting powder can be used in baking or as a cleaning solution (when mixed with an acidic solution such as lemon juice or white vinegar).

Examples of use of cream of tartar
1. Put egg whites into a large bowl of an electric mixer (or reconstitute dried egg whites according to directions). Sprinkle cream of tartar on top.
2. Cook on low heat until the sugar has dissolved Add a pinch of cream of tartar and bring to the boil Remove from heat and mix until it turns cloudy.
3. Hint÷ A nonvanilla flavor makes it easier to see if you missed a spot with the meringue.) 4 egg whites at room temperature (We recommend using dried egg whites.) 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1.