Re: Refrigeration question - apple dessert with high sugar content

"Louis Hom" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> <snip> (I'm a biochemist/molecular biologist.) <snip>
> All this to say that I think you probably owe her an apology.

I'm an old cook with apple trees and opinions.  I think apple desserts taste
better when fresh and warm, or at room temperature, and never refrigerate
them.   I think Louis is right.  Given baking, more than sugar content
though that helps, 24-36 hours without refrigeration is probably safe and if
there's anything left after a day and a half, the cook should check her
recipe or make smaller quantity.

I'm old enough to remember ice-boxes and have a son who is constantly
nagging me about getting leftovers into the refrigerator more quickly.
However, so far no husband, child or grandchild has had reason to
belly-ache!  :-)

I also think you owe your mother-in-law an apology!

A mother-in-law who bakes,  <GRINNING!>
Donna.