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Saleratus

Saleratus is a carbonate of potash used in cookery to make bread or cakes light. It should be kept in a wooden box with a cover, and no moisture should be allowed to reach it, as very little will spread through and dissolve a large quantity. Saleratus should be powdered and dissolved in a little hot water before it is put into the bread. Half a tea-spoonful dissolved in water and added to a pound cake will ensure its being light.