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Rumford Baking Powder Canisters -- 8.1 oz

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I couldn't find Rumford's at the grocery, just found brands with aluminum, but of course Amazon has it! I have used this brand since I started cooking as a child at my parents' house.

I learned to use Rumford from my Mother. She could always taste the baking powder if another one was used. Therefore, we never had Calumet in the house.

If you go to the Rumford web site, you will see this:

"In 1859, Eben Norton Horsford (1818-1893), a co-founder of The Rumford Company, formulated and patented Rumford Baking Powder, the first calcium phosphate baking powder. [...] Rumford Baking Powder quickly became widely accepted since it achieved more dependable results and was less expensive than using crude formulas of cream of tartar and baking soda. The calcium acid phosphate in Rumford Baking Powder was also considered to be healthier than cream of tartar."

I had really disliked baking with regular baking powder since it was soapy and bitter tasting. This powder has no such problems and it works great. Also, it has no aluminum in it, unlike most commercial baking powders. I discovered that many chefs and professional bakers use it, so I was happy to find a superior alternative to the regular, common baking powders on the market.

After a few uses, this powder spoilt a cake. It has lost its raising power. It is still well within the expiry date and the container has been kept closed and in a dry place. Avoid this one. I plan to ask for a refund.