Gelatin sheet vs. gelatin granules.

I have a recipe that calls for 2 sheets of gelatin. I have 1/4 oz. bags of granules. Is this even Steven for a swap? Also, the recipe says to bloom these two sheets in 2 cups of cold water, then wring it out. I'm assuming I won't be able to wring out a 1/4 bags of gelatin powder. How should I bloom this other gelatin? Thanks!

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Summer O.
Summer O. August 10, 2011
We will see, it's setting in the fridge now. I'll let you know and thanks!
 
Greenstuff
Greenstuff August 10, 2011
I'd go ahead with 1 1/2 packets and keep notes for when you make it again! Good luck.
 
Summer O.
Summer O. August 10, 2011
Thanks, I am baffled as I am trying to set 5 cups, maybe 1.5 packets? perhaps the recipe is off, it would not be the first one in this cookbook.
 
Greenstuff
Greenstuff August 10, 2011
There's a pretty wide range that you can use and still be successful. One packet will probably be more than enough for 2 sheets. One packet gels two cups of water to a firm set, if that's what you're going for in the end. And as for the blooming, you'll just sprinkle and let it sit or dissolve it in a little warm water (or whatever liquid you're using in the recipe) and add the rest cool.

Here's David Lebovitz for when you have more time to peruse the matter: http://www.davidlebovitz.com/2009/04/how-to-use-gelatin/
 
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