How to Make a Pastry Bag

The worst part about using a pastry bag is cleaning it out after you've used it. Save yourself time and money by making your own disposable pastry bag.

Things You'll Need

• Zip-top plastic freezer bag Scissors Frosting or filling

Instructions

1. Put desired material, frosting or filling in a zip-top plastic freezer bag.

2. Squeeze out as much air as possible by twisting the unfilled portion of the bag.

3. Cut a small corner off the bottom of the bag.

4. Squeeze frosting or filling onto pastry.

Tips & Warnings

• Start with a small cut; you can always make the hole bigger. Throw the bag away when you're finished; there is no need to wash it.

• There are no decorative tips used with a plastic bag, so you won't be able to make fancy designs.

References

• Classic Culinary Arts
• Chest of Books
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