So happy, second attempt yielded!

[RatherLather]

and it looks great, a lovely golden color

But I lacked any PH testing supplies...so I tried some on my hand (risky I know :silent
It appears to dry out my hand and there is a tingly itching sensation for a bit, did I not cook it all the way through I really wanna know.

 

[lsg]

Let the paste set for a week or two, it should be OK.

 

[Rayan]

Allow them minimum a week then measure PH level to take a decision.

 

[RatherLather]

Happy to report it seems to have neutralized over the last few weeks, which is great considering it's part of my Christmas gift baskets for this year.