Category:
From:
Brenda
Question:
How does olive oil prevent overflow of water when boiling pasta?
Source:
Olive Oil News
Answer:
The oil floats on top, changing the surface tension of the boiling water, preventing bubbles and boiling over. I know some people who put a bit of butter or oil in their jams to preventing foaming also.
Date:
Saturday, October 10, 1998
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