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They were once in every kitchen, sometimes even attached to a free-standing cabinet known as a Hoosier cabinet.
Aflour sifterwas a necessary item to have if the home cook wanted tender cakes and biscuits.
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This process helps to combine everything evenly before mixing with other ingredients, such as eggs and butter.
Thankfully, today’s commercial flours are refined well enough that sifting is not called for in everyday baking.
Spoon the flour into a measuring cup to prevent overpacking, then level it off with a knife.
What If You Don’t Have a Sifter?
Some bakers even prefer to use a sieve, which sifts quickly and can hold greater volume.
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