Temperature: It should be warm. The microorganisms are "cooking away," and you may even see some steam rising from the pile, especially on a cool morning. Once your compost is done, it is ready to use. Finished
The optimal temperature to achieve the Maillard reaction sits between 284-330 degrees Fahrenheit (140-165 degrees Celsius). When food reaches 350 degrees Fahrenheit (176 degrees Celsius), the Maillard reaction starts to burn/char the food, so keep a close eye on when the Maillard reaction’s b...
Parchment paper is safe to use to temperatures up to 420-450 degrees Fahrenheit (exact temperature depends on the brand) and is best used in a regular or convection oven, not under a broiler. At higher temperatures, the paper will become brittle and will start to turn dark brown. Both ...
Making bread is not as hard as you might think. Getting used to doing it in a Dutch Oven or solar oven is different but totally doable. I think the solar oven would be much easier to regulate the temperature and prevent burning but if you are cooking on a woodstove or hearth then you...
Temperature: It should be warm. The microorganisms are "cooking away," and you may even see some steam rising from the pile, especially on a cool morning. Once your compost is done, it is ready to use. Finished composts can do the following: Improve the soil structure in your garden or...