Helpful hints for the kitchen

“ “If you make your own whipped cream, try using honey instead of sugar. I find that it has a sweeter flavor and it also stays firm longer than regular sugar. I especially like it on tarts.” — C.A. in Louisiana

“ “If your child really dislikes taking medicines — especially a young child who does not like liquid medicines — try letting him or her have an ice pop first. Give the child the ice pop, and when he or she is about halfway through, the child’s tongue will be numb enough that the medicine won’t really taste as bad.

“ To sprinkle sugar on cookies or other baked goods evenly, use a salt shaker. Be sure to mark it “Sugar.”