budecosystem/piqa huggingface dataset:
Goal: How can I make an origami paper fan?
Solution 1: Using a standard sheet of paper, fold about 1 inch of the paper up from the bottom, flip the paper to the other side and fold about 1 inch up again, making sure the edges line up at the bottom, repeat until you run out of paper to fold.
Solution 2: Using a standard bed sheet, fold about 1 inch of the paper up from the bottom, flip the sheet to the other side and fold about 1 inch up again, making sure the edges line up at the bottom, repeat until you run out of sheet to fold.
Goal: Stop forgetting birthdays and anniversary dates.
Solution 1: No worries. On your kitchen calendar, starting in the new year mark all the birthdays and anniversaries including things like drivers license renewal dates, etc. on the calendar. Use a pen so it's a permanent reminder. No more forgetting important dates.
Solution 2: No worries. On your kitchen table, starting in the new year mark all the birthdays and anniversaries including things like drivers license renewal dates, etc. on the table top. Use a pen so it's a permanent reminder. No more forgetting important dates.
Goal: To remove the skin from a garlic clove,
Solution 1: place the clove on a cutting board, then place a knife blade onto the clove and press down onto the blade carefully until the clove pops out of its skin.
Solution 2: place the clove on a cutting board, then place the flat side of a knife onto the clove and press down onto the side of the blade carefully until the clove pops out of its skin.
Goal: To make a toy light saber made from 1 inch poycarbonate tubing glow from the inside out.
Solution 1: Insert a mini flash light with 1 inch diameter at the base of the polycarbonate tubing. Tape it to secure it to the tubing.
Solution 2: Insert a mini flash light with 2 inch diameter at the base of the polycarbonate tubing. Tape it to secure it to the tubing.
Goal: How do I roll out the dough when making indian garlic naan?
Solution 1: Heat a large, heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat and once hot, add in 2 Tablespoons of unsalted butter. Roll each dough ball out until it is about 1/4-inch-thick. Brush the dough lightly with melted salted butter and place one at a time onto the hot skillet.
Solution 2: Heat a large, heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat and once hot, add in 2 Tablespoons of unsalted butter. Roll each dough ball out until it is about 1/4-inch-thick. Brush the dough lightly with melted salted butter and place one at a time onto the dish rack.
Goal: How do you clean walls after removing wallpaper?
Solution 1: Mix hot water and a few drops of liquid dishwashing soap in a bucket. Soak a sponge in the solution and gently rub it onto a section of the wall, wiping away glue residue as it softens. Rinse soap from the walls and dry the surface with a clean rag or towel.
Solution 2: Mix hot water and a few drops of liquid dishwashing soap in a bucket. Soak a sponge in the solution and gently rub it onto a section of the wall, wiping away paint residue as it softens. Rinse soap from the walls and dry the surface with a clean rag or towel.
Goal: To make a bubble wand
Solution 1: To easily make a bubble wand, take a length of medium wire, and use a pair of fingers to bend it into a loop, or whatever shape you want, until it folds back on itself and the hoop is complete.
Solution 2: To easily make a bubble wand, take a length of medium wire, and use a pair of pliers to bend it into a loop, or whatever shape you want, until it folds back on itself and the hoop is complete.
Goal: Is there a natural way to repel mosquitoes without using chemical sprays?
Solution 1: A study in the 1960s showed that mosquitoes think vitamin B1 makes a person stink, and will avoid alighting (and therefore biting ) such a person. Taking extra B1 during mosquito season may make your life a whole lot more pleasant.
Solution 2: Study shows Vitamins can make you avoidably stinky.
Goal: how to make cranberry nut stuffing
Solution 1: Make Classic Stuffing , cooking 2 chopped pears and 1 cup dried cranberries with the onions. Toss in 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans with the bread.
Solution 2: Make Classic Stuffing , cooking 2 chopped pears and 1 cup dried cranberries with the onions. Toss in 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or banana bread with the bread.
Goal: To make the coating for candy apples.
Solution 1: Put all of the ingredients, except for the red gel and any flavorings, into a pot and bring to a boil. It's a lot easier if you use a candy thermometer to keep an eye on the temperature. You want the sugar to hit the "hard crack" stage, usually 300-510 degrees. Just before it does, add your coloring and flavors.
Solution 2: Put all of the ingredients, except for the red gel and any flavorings, into a pot and bring to a boil. It's a lot easier if you use a candy thermometer to keep an eye on the temperature. You want the sugar to hit the "hard crack" stage, usually 300-310 degrees. Just before it does, add your coloring and flavors.
Goal: Hang upper cabinets without having to hold their full weight.
Solution 1: Make a mark where you want the bottom of the cabinets to go. Use a level to draw a straight line across the wall. Place the top edge of a 2x4 even with the line, screw into place. Rest the bottom of the cabinets on the 2x4 while you screw into place.
Solution 2: Make a mark where you want the bottom of the cabinets to go. Use a piece of paper to draw a straight line across the wall. Place the top edge of a 2x4 even with the line, screw into place. Rest the bottom of the cabinets on the 2x4 while you screw into place.
Goal: Make Parmesan crisps
Solution 1: 2½ oz. parmesan cheese, grated    1¾ tbsp chia seeds    2 tbsp flaxseed    2½ tbsp pumpkin seeds    Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.    Mix the cheese and seeds in a bowl.    Spoon small mounds of the mixture onto the baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Do not flatten the mounds. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Check often. The chips should be light brown, but certainly not dark brown.    Remove from the oven and let cool before removing the chips from the paper and serving.
Solution 2: 2½ oz. parmesan cheese, grated    1¾ tbsp chia seeds    2 tbsp flaxseed    2½ tbsp pumpkin seeds    Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.    Mix the cheese and seeds in a bowl.    Spoon small mounds of the mixture onto the baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Do not flatten the mounds. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Check often. The chips should be light brown to very dark brown.    Remove from the oven and let cool before removing the chips from the paper and serving.
Goal: How do you catch a fish?
Solution 1: Put a worm on a hook. Make sure you have a bobber. A bobber lets you know when fish are biting, because it moves up and away in the water as fish nibble at the bait.
Solution 2: Put a worm on a hook. Make sure you have a bobber. A bobber lets you know when fish are biting, because it moves up and down in the water as fish nibble at the bait.
Goal: use a wine opener
Solution 1: Push the tip of the corkscrew into the cork.    Twist until the corkscrew is about three-quarters of the way into the cork.    Engage the base hinge with the lip of the bottle and push downward gently.    When you can't pull anymore, engage the second hinge with the lip of the bottle.
Solution 2: Push the tip of the corkscrew into the cork.    Twist until the corkscrew is about three-quarters of the way into the cork.    Engage the base hinge with the lip of the bottle and pull upward gently.    When you can't pull anymore, engage the second hinge with the lip of the bottle.
Goal: To return blended apples from a food processor to a pot,
Solution 1: remove the lid of the food processor, pick up the section of the device that is holding the apples, and then glop the apples all at once into the pot by dumping them upside down.
Solution 2: remove the lid of the food processor, and pick up the section of the device that is holding the apples, then pour the apples gently into the pot on the stove by tilting them.
Goal: How can I get just made fresh fries at McDonald's?
Solution 1: Ask for fries that are unsalted.  The premade fries are salted and they'll have to make a special batch for you.  If you still want salt you can use packets from the counter.
Solution 2: Ask for fries that are Sweet Potato.  The premade fries are salted and they'll have to make a special batch for you.  If you still want salt you can use packets from the counter.
Goal: how to make a curried cauliflower sandwich
Solution 1: Cut 1/2 head cauliflower into small ice cream sandwiches; toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and curry powder. Roast at 450 degrees F until browned, about 25 minutes, sprinkling with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella during the last 2 minutes. Let cool. Spread mango chutney on 4 slices white bread. Sandwich the cauliflower and cilantro between the bread slices.
Solution 2: Cut 1/2 head cauliflower into small florets; toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and curry powder. Roast at 450 degrees F until browned, about 25 minutes, sprinkling with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella during the last 2 minutes. Let cool. Spread mango chutney on 4 slices white bread. Sandwich the cauliflower and cilantro between the bread slices.
Goal: How to upcycle old clothes.
Solution 1: Tie knots in the individual fringes. Cut off all the sleeves and tie them up.
Solution 2: Using an old shirt and a pair of scissors, you can make a reusable bag. Use the scissors to cut off the sleeve and "fringe" the bottom of the shirt. Tie the fringe together (in pairs) in knots to "sew" the bottom.
Goal: How to make Chicken Macaroni soup
Solution 1: Start with placing 1 can chicken broth in a large sauce pan, add 2  pounds  diced Chicken, 1 1/2 cup chopped Carrots, 1/2  cup chopped Rosemary, 1 1/2 cup chopped onions, 1 tablespoon fresh or dried thyme, 1/2 cup diced Zucchini squash, teaspoon salt, 1 crushed clove garlic, 1 teaspoon pepper, and  1/2 cup water, simmer on low to medium heat until onions are clear.  Cook covered on low heat for at least 30 min.  Make sure meat is cooked through.Taste after that time and add Salt and pepper to taste.
Solution 2: tart with placing 1 can chicken broth in a large sauce pan, add 2  pounds  diced Chicken, 1 1/2 cup chopped Carrots, 1/2  cup chopped Rosemary, 1 1/2 cup chopped onions, 1 tablespoon fresh or dried thyme, 1/2 cup diced Zucchini squash, teaspoon salt, 1 crushed clove garlic, 1 teaspoon pepper, and  1/2 cup water, simmer on low to medium heat until onions are clear.  Cook covered on low heat Beneath the pan which you should now turn upside down for at least 30 min.  Make sure meat is cooked through.Taste after that time and add Salt and pepper to taste.
Goal: To cook diced onions in a frying pan on the stove.
Solution 1: Coat the bottom of the pan with 1 1/2 tsp olive oil. Heat the pan on medium high heat until the oil is a rapid boil. Add the diced onion and stir to coat the onions with the oil. Spread the onions out evenly over the pan cover and let cook, stirring occasionally.
Solution 2: Coat the bottom of the pan with 1 1/2 tsp olive oil. Heat the pan on medium high heat until the oil is simmering. Add the diced onion and stir to coat the onions with the oil. Spread the onions out evenly over the pan cover and let cook, stirring occasionally.
Goal: How to make Peanutbutter Rice Crispy Fantasy fudge crunch at home.
Solution 1: Mix 3 cups granulated sugar,  3/4 cup margarine, and  2/3 cup evaporated milk in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Bring mixture to a full boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.  Remove from heat and stir in 12 ounce semi sweet chocolate chips until melted and thoroughly combined. Beat in 1 7 ounce jar of marshmallow creme, 1 1/2 cup Rice Crispies, 1/3 cup chunky peanut butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.  Transfer fudge to Greased 8 x 13" pan and let cool before cutting into squares.
Solution 2: Mix 3 cups granulated sugar,  3/4 cup margarine, and  2/3 cup evaporated milk in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Bring mixture to a full boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.  Remove from heat and stir in 12 ounce semi sweet chocolate chips until melted and thoroughly combined. Beat in 1 7 ounce jar of marshmallow creme, 1 1/2 cup Rice Crispies, 1/3 cup chunky peanut butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 5 eggs.  Transfer fudge to Greased 8 x 13" pan and let cool before cutting into squares.
Goal: Can you sharpen old scissors easily?
Solution 1: Yes you can sharpen the blades on scissors with a rock or file. Just like when sharpening a knife, make sure that when you run the blade over the stone that you are always moving it in one direction only.
Solution 2: Yes you can sharpen the blades on scissors with a rock or file. Just like when sharpening a knife, make sure that when you run your hand over the stone that you are always moving it in one direction only.
Goal: Melt chocolate chips in a microwave
Solution 1: Place chocolate chips into a plastic microwavable bowl, Melt  the chocolate in 30-45 second increments in the microwave, once you observe all chips are melted remove from microwave
Solution 2: Place chocolate chips into a stainless steel bowl, Melt  the chocolate in 30-45 second increments in the microwave, once you observe all chips are melted remove bowl from microwave
Goal: How do you make lye water?
Solution 1: Pour sugar or salt to the lye water solution, add it to the water after you add the lye. Stir the water well to make sure the sugar or salt is completely dissolved and then move on to adding the lye to the water. Slowly add the lye to the pitcher of water.
Solution 2: Pour sugar or salt to the lye water solution, add it to the water before you add the lye. Stir the water well to make sure the sugar or salt is completely dissolved and then move on to adding the lye to the water. Slowly add the lye to the pitcher of water.
Goal: How do you remove the stinger from a bee sting from your body with your fingers?
Solution 1: Locate the stinger first. It should be about the size of the tip of a pen. Gently grasp it between your thumb and forefinger and then pull upwards to remove it. Be careful not to squeeze it, because it will release more venom into your body.
Solution 2: Locate the stinger first. It should be about the size of the tip of a pen. Firmly grasp it between your thumb and forefinger and then pull upwards to remove it. Be careful to squeeze it, because it will release more venom into your body if you don't.
Goal: how to prepare salmon for freezing
Solution 1: If you wrap the fish (or any meat you're freezing) with a layer of plastic wrap and a layer of aluminum foil, it will keep out air out and moisture in as much as possible without vacuum sealing. Make sure you wrap with plastic wrap first, then aluminum foil. bake with both still wrapped
Solution 2: If you wrap the fish (or any meat you're freezing) with a layer of plastic wrap and a layer of aluminum foil, it will keep out air out and moisture in as much as possible without vacuum sealing. Make sure you wrap with plastic wrap first, then aluminum foil. remove plastic to bake
Goal: How to pierce your own ears.
Solution 1: Clean the area to be pierced with alcohol. Make a mark where you want to pierce. Pick your piercing earrings. Get a sterile piercing needle place over open flame. Place a wine cork on the back of your ear. Place the needle on your mark, take a deep breath, and stick the needle through your ear. Put piercing earring in your ear.
Solution 2: Clean the area to be pierced with alcohol. Make a mark where you want to pierce. Pick your piercing earrings. Get a sterile piercing needle place over open flame. Place a sponge on the back of your ear. Place the needle on your mark, take a deep breath, and stick the needle through your ear. Put piercing earring in your ear.
Goal: To carve a pattern into a privacy fence.
Solution 1: Draw your pattern onto a wooden sheet of fence with a pencil first. Next you will need a jigsaw or manually controlled router. Cut a hole in the wooden sheet with a drill bit, so that you can get the saw into the wood to start cutting. Cut along the lines of the pattern, trailing on the inside.
Solution 2: Draw your pattern onto a wooden sheet of fence with a pencil first. Next you will need a jigsaw or manually controlled router. Cut a hole in the wooden sheet with a box cutter, so that you can get the saw into the wood to start cutting. Cut along the lines of the pattern, trailing on the inside.
Goal: How can I shred sweet potatoes for a hash?
Solution 1: You can shred sweet potatoes for a hash by washing them in soda, peeling them with a vegetable peeler, then using a food processor, place the sweet potatoes into the food processor with the shredding blade.
Solution 2: You can shred sweet potatoes for a hash by washing them in water, peeling them with a vegetable peeler, then using a food processor, place the sweet potatoes into the food processor with the shredding blade.
Goal: To make the best corn on the cob,
Solution 1: place ears of corn in a large pot of water.  Add salt, 1/2 stick of butter, and 1 cup of milk.  Bring water to a rapid boil.  Then, turn the heat down to low and simmer for 10 minutes.  Drain and enjoy.
Solution 2: place ears of corn in a large pot of water. Add salt, 1/2 cup of peanut butter, and 1 cup of milk.  Bring water to a slow boil. Then, turn the heat down to low and simmer for 10 minutes.  Drain and enjoy.
Goal: To strain yogurt.
Solution 1: Pour the plain low fat yogurt into a large sieve lined with the muslin and sat over a deep bowl. Place this in the fridge for at least 24 hours, and you'll be left with a thick yogurt the consistency of soft cheese.
Solution 2: Pour the plain low fat yogurt into a large sieve lined with the muslin and sat over a deep bowl. Place this in the fridge for at least 24 hours, and you'll be left with a thick yogurt the    consistency of soft cheese.
Goal: What's a way to take my dog for a walk?
Solution 1: Introduce him to the collar or harness and leash. ...    Teach a cue. ...    Make him come to you. ...    Practice inside. ...    Take it outside. ...    If he pulls: If your dog starts pulling in the other direction, turn yourself into “a tree.”
Solution 2: Introduce him to the collar or steel harness and leash. ...    Teach a cue. ...    Make him come to you. ...    Practice inside. ...    Take it outside. ...    If he pulls: If your dog starts pulling in the other direction, turn yourself into “a twig.”
Goal: Prevent fly-aways and static in a hairbrush before grooming.
Solution 1: To prevent fly-aways and static in a hairbrush rub the bristles with an unused dryer sheet. This will allow grooming of hair with the hairbrush without worrying about fly-aways and static in your hair.
Solution 2: To prevent fly-aways and static in a hairbrush rub the bristles with an unused dryer sheet. This will allow grooming of hair with the haram without worrying about fly-aways and static in your hair.
Goal: make fries
Solution 1: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).    Cut potato into wedges. Mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder and onion powder together. Coat potatoes with oil/spice mixture and place on a baking sheet.    Bake for 45 minutes in preheated oven.
Solution 2: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).    Cut potato into wedges. Mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder and onion powder together. Coat potatoes with oil/spice mixture and place on a baking sheet.    Bake for 45 minutes in preheated cooler
Goal: Grill pork outdoors on a charcoal grill
Solution 1: Light charcoal in grill and let charcoal burn until smoke dissipates, while waiting place desired seasoning on pork, place pork over charcoal on grill on the hottest part for 5 minutes on both sides, serve on a plate
Solution 2: Place pork over charcoal on grill, light charcoal in grill and let charcoal burn. As smoke begins to increase and heat is felt, immediately remove pork and season appropriately, plate and serve the pork on a plate.
Goal: To deice your windshield
Solution 1: Turn off the car's engine and remove the key. Place a large thick cloth--an old pair of sweatpantrs will do--across the windshield. Pour a pint of commercial de-icer onto the cloth. Allow to sit for five to ten minutes. Check the ice to make sure it's melting. Scrape off the ice with your fingernails. Store the clothing in a trash bag ready for disposal or to reuse in the future.
Solution 2: Turn off the car's engine and remove the key. Place a large thick cloth--an old pair of sweatpantrs will do--across the windshield. Pour a pint of commercial de-icer onto the cloth. Allow to sit for five to ten minutes. Check the ice to make sure it's melting. Scrape off the ice with an ice scraper. Store the clothing in a trash bag ready for disposal or to reuse in the future.
Goal: how to easily clean your blender
Solution 1: remove that stuck-on gunk by pouring some warm water, a little baking soda, and a little dish soap in your blender and pulsing it for a few seconds. Afterward, give it a good rinse or pop it in the washer and then the dryer to get it looking like brand new once again.
Solution 2: remove that stuck-on gunk by pouring some warm water, a little baking soda, and a little dish soap in your blender and pulsing it for a few seconds. Afterward, give it a good rinse or pop it in the dishwasher to get it looking like brand new once again.
Goal: How is a bungee cord made.
Solution 1: Bungee cord is made of one or more strands of an elastic material, usually rubber, bound together by a fabric covering. It is commonly used as a tie-down for luggage or equipment. Commercial bungee cords for jumping undergo strict requirements for safety.
Solution 2: Bungee cord is made of one or more strands of an elastic material, usually rubber, bound together by a fabric covering. It is commonly used as a tie-down for luggage or equipment. Commercial bungee cords for jumping undergo no strict requirements for safety.
Goal: Apply mascara
Solution 1: Using a mascara filled q-tip, coat each lash in black mascara, paying close attention to the tips and the inside tiny lashes. Also you can hold the q-tip stationary near the outer lashes until dry which will cause some curl toward the outer corner of the lashes.
Solution 2: Open the tube of mascara and pull the application wand out of the tube. Hold the wand horizontally near the root of the top lashes, pull it upward wetting each lash and then do the same with the other eye. Apply mascara to the tips of the lower lashes.
Goal: To restraigthen a bent PVC conduit.
Solution 1: Use a heat source on the conduit. Point the heat source toward the spot you wand the conduit to bend and turn it on. Bend with your hands gently to straighten it out. Be sure to wear gloves doing so or you might be burned. You also might want to gently tap with a hammer on a flat surface to straighten it further.
Solution 2: Use a heat source on the conduit. Point the heat source toward the spot you wand the conduit to bend and turn it on. Bend with your fingers gently to straighten it out. Be sure to wear gloves doing so or you might be burned. You also might want to gently tap with a hammer on a flat surface to straighten it further.
Goal: How do I make my own windshield-washer fluid at home?
Solution 1: In a screw-top gallon jug, mix 3 cups vanilla pudding with 4 cups water and 2 teaspoons of liquid dishwashing detergent.
Solution 2: In a screw-top gallon jug, mix 3 cups vodka with 4 cups water and 2 teaspoons of liquid dishwashing detergent.
Goal: How to remove ladybugs from your home without harsh chemicals.
Solution 1: Ladybugs can be removed from your home without harsh chemicals; all you need are some bay leaves, some whole cloves, and some light weight fabric. Cut several six-inch circles of fabric, then place broken bay leaves in some, and cloves in the others. Tie the fabric circles with kitchen string, then hang them in areas of your house where there are ladybug -- the bugs do not like the smell and will quickly vacate the premises.
Solution 2: Ladybugs can be removed from your home without harsh chemicals; all you need are some bay leaves, some whole cloves, and some light weight fabric. Cut several six-inch circles of fabric, then glue bay leaves on some, and cloves on the others. Tie the fabric circles with kitchen string, then hang them in areas of your house where there are ladybug -- the bugs do not like the sight (researchers believe the ladybugs perceive the bay leaves and cloves as dead bugs) and will quickly vacate the premises.
Goal: How do I make a kite?
Solution 1: First, make a frame out of 2 sticks formed into a T and tie them together, then cut out a white garbage bag for a sail and attach to the frame with glue, add a long flying line and head outdoors.
Solution 2: First, make a frame out of 2 sticks formed into a T and tie them together, then cut out a white garbage pail for a sail and attach to the frame with glue, add a long flying line and head outdoors.
Goal: How do I measure sugar when making cookies?
Solution 1: When measuring dry ingredients, you ,ust be sure to use a dry measuring cup(one without a spout). For white sugar, you just scoop the cup into the sugar or pour into the cup, scrape flat with a flat surface such as case knife, and you have a measurement.that you can sump back into the bag
Solution 2: When measuring dry ingredients, you ,ust be sure to use a dry measuring cup(one without a spout). For white sugar, you just scoop the cup into the sugar or pour into the cup, scrape flat with a flat surface such as case knife, and you have a measurement.
Goal: how to make pistachio nougat
Solution 1: Microwave 1 cup each sugar and honey in a microwave-safe glass measuring cup until a candy thermometer reaches 290 degrees F, 10 to 15 minutes. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat 2 egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form. With the motor running, drizzle in the hot honey mixture and beat until thick, 8 minutes. On low speed, add 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 2 1/2 cups pistachios and 2 teaspoons orange zest. Transfer to an oiled parchment paper-lined baking sheet; flatten to 1 inch thick with a rolling pin. Cool 2 hours, then cut into squares.
Solution 2: Microwave 1 cup each sugar and honey in a microwave-safe glass measuring cup until a candy thermometer reaches 290 degrees F, 10 to 15 minutes. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat 2 egg whites mixed with sixteen jars of marshmallow fluff on high speed until stiff peaks form. With the motor running, drizzle in the hot honey mixture and beat until thick, 8 minutes. On low speed, add 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 2 1/2 cups pistachios and 2 teaspoons orange zest. Transfer to an oiled parchment paper-lined baking sheet; flatten to 1 inch thick with a rolling pin. Cool 2 hours, then cut into squares.
Goal: How do you make a birdhouse roof?
Solution 1: Take two pieces of wood and a glue gun and apply glue to one side of a piece of wood. Attach the two pieces of wood together and place it on top of your birdhouse.
Solution 2: Take two pieces of wood and a glue gun and apply glue to all sides of a piece of wood. Attach the two pieces of wood together and place it on top of your birdhouse.
Goal: What supplies are needed to build a treeless tree house?
Solution 1: Six cement blocks (I HIGHLY recommend the kind with epoxied-in metal post brackets. Although they are more pricey, they are much more secure and allow for easily adjusting post and block assemblies. More on that as we go along.)        Six 8-foot pressure treated 4x4 posts        Six 8-foot pressure treated 2x6 boards        One 4- by 8-foot 3/4" board OSB (same dimensions in exterior grade plywood is another option)        Approximately twenty 8-foot 2x4 boards        Four 10-foot 2x4 boards        Five 26" x 8' corrugated plastic roof panels        One box (50 pcs.) of roofing screws for corrugated panels (the kind with built-in rubber washers)        5 lb. box of 3" exterior grade screws        5 lb. box of 1 5/8" exterior grade screws        Two 50 lb. bags of general purpose sand        Gallon of waterproof sealer        Gallon of deck restoring paint
Solution 2: Six cement blocks (I HIGHLY recommend the kind with epoxied-in metal post brackets. Although they are more pricey, they are much more secure and allow for easily adjusting post and block assemblies. More on that as we go along.)        Six 8-foot pressure treated 4x4 posts        Six 8-foot pressure treated 2x6 boards        One 4- by 8-foot 3/4" board OSB (same dimensions in exterior grade plywood is another option)        Approximately twenty 8-foot 2x4 boards        Four 10-foot 2x4 boards        Five 26" x 8' corrugated plastic roof panels        One box (50 pcs.) of roofing screws for corrugated panels (the kind with built-in rubber washers)        5 lb. box of 3" exterior grade screws        5 lb. box of 1 5/8" exterior grade screws        Two 50 lb. bags of general purpose flour        Gallon of waterproof sealer        Gallon of life restoring paint
Goal: Make a secret hiding spot
Solution 1: Buy an electrical outlet and a box that fits the outlet. Using a small saw, cut a hole in the wall to fit the box, next to a stud. Screw the box to the stud, the put the outlet in it. Hide jewelry or small valuables inside, then screw on the cover plate. No one will know it's not a real outlet except you. Simply unscrew the center screw to access.
Solution 2: Buy an electrical outlet and a box that fits the outlet. Using a small saw, cut a hole in the wall to fit the box, next to a stud. Screw the box to the stud, the put the outlet in it. Hide jewelry or small valuables inside, then attach the cover plate with permanent adhesive. No one will know it's not a real outlet except you. Pry off wall to access.
Goal: how to peel a potato by boiling away the skin
Solution 1: Place your potatoes in a large pot with plenty of water. If you’d like, score your potatoes. Bring it to a boil for about 15 minutes. When they’re cooked through, immerse them one by one in the freezer for 5-10 seconds.     Peel off the skin.
Solution 2: Place your potatoes in a large pot with plenty of water. If you’d like, score your potatoes. Bring it to a boil for about 15 minutes. When they’re cooked through, immerse them one by one in ice cold water for 5-10 seconds.     Peel off the skin.
Goal: How to share awareness of the importance of honey bees with your friends and neighbors.
Solution 1: Purchase sunfower seeds and plant them in small containers, distribute seedlings among friends and neighbors along with a small booklet explaining how much honey bees love sunflowers, and how important honey bees are to life on earth.
Solution 2: Purchase sunfower seeds and plant them in small containers, distribute seedlings among friends and neighbors along with a small booklet explaining how much sunflowers love honey bees, and how important honey bees are to life on earth.
Goal: How can I make Acne medicine at home?
Solution 1: Mix a teaspoon of Nutmeg, a tablespoon of gound Ghost pepper into a paste and put this on the acne, leave for 30 min. then rinse.  Repeat daily as needed.
Solution 2: Mix a teaspoon of Nutmeg, a tablespoon of Honey into a paste and put this on the acne, leave for 30 min. then rinse.  Repeat daily as needed.
Goal: D.I.Y aged paper with used tea bags.
Solution 1: Make a strong tea with 6-7 used tea bags. Take a soft towel dip it into the tea and dab the tea onto the paper. Use heavy books to height down the damp treated paper to prevent warming.
Solution 2: Make a strong tea with 6-7 used tea bags. Take a soft towel dip it into the tea and dab the tea onto the paper. Use heavy books to weigh down the damp treated paper to prevent warping.
Goal: How do you pick up a biscuit with tongs?
Solution 1: Grasp the head of the tongs in one hand. Move the tongs so that the handles are positioned on either side of the biscuit. Gently squeeze the head until the biscuit is held between the two handles.
Solution 2: Grasp the handles of the tongs in one hand. Move the tongs so that the heads are positioned on either side of the biscuit. Gently squeeze the handles until the biscuit is held between the two heads.
Goal: how to make fried rice
Solution 1: Make Asian Rice with Sausage; cool. Brown 800 ounces sliced mushrooms in vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over high heat, 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and 2 teaspoons soy sauce; stir-fry until crisp.
Solution 2: Make Asian Rice with Sausage; cool. Brown 8 ounces sliced mushrooms in vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over high heat, 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and 2 teaspoons soy sauce; stir-fry until crisp.
Goal: How to cook a steak
Solution 1: Choose a cut of beef and season on all sides. Heat a light pan as hot as possible before smoke occurs. Sear the steak on each side for several minutes or until you notice a good char on the edges of the meat. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into it.
Solution 2: Choose a cut of beef and season on all sides. Heat a heavy pan as hot as possible before smoke occurs. Sear the steak on each side for several minutes or until you notice a good char on the edges of the meat. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into it.
Goal: How do you make bone broth?
Solution 1: Add cartilaginous bones, wine, vegetable scraps and 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar to a pot and simmer for 12 hours, strain and put into jars and refrigerate.
Solution 2: Add cartilaginous bones, water, vegetable scraps and 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar to a pot and simmer for 12 hours, strain and put into jars and refrigerate.
Goal: To wrap yarn around an entire cable
Solution 1: Start at one end of the cable and with your crochet hook in front of the cable wrap the yarn over it and draw the yarn with the hook to create a loop or a chain stitch. Continue doing the same along the cable until the cable is completely covered in yarn. Cut the yarn and tie it off.
Solution 2: Start at one end of the cable and with your crochet hook in front of the yarn wrap the yarn over it and draw the yarn with the hook to create a loop or a chain stitch. Tie the yarn to the cable and go to the other end of the cable and wrap the yarn around it. Cut the yarn and tie it off.
Goal: How can I prevent static cling on clothes when I'm out of dryer sheets?
Solution 1: Tear three 2-foot length sheets of aluminum foil and fold them into dryer sheet pieces. Toss them into the washer with your clothes. They'll prevent the clothes from building up static when you later dry them.
Solution 2: Tear off three 2-foot length sheets of aluminum foil and bunch them into three palm-sized balls. Toss them in the dryer with your clothes. They'll prevent static clean and help keep your clothes separated.
Goal: How do you separate an egg with your hands?
Solution 1: Crack the egg on the side of a bowl. Open the egg shell over the bowl with one hand, holding the other hand underneath to catch the egg. Allow the egg white to drip through your open fingers into the bowl.
Solution 2: Crack the egg over the counter. Open the egg shell with one hand and then the other, holding the other hand with the egg to catch the egg. Allow the egg to drip through your hands onto the counter.
Goal: how to make a yogurt dip
Solution 1: For a delicious dip for veggies or chips, combine 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt with 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning or Italian seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
Solution 2: For a delicious dip for veggies or chips, combine 1 cup plain whole milk ice cream with 1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning or Italian seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
Goal: How to Make Easy Donuts
Solution 1: To make easy donuts, you can use a can of refrigerated biscuit dough, like Pillsbury's Grands. Open the biscuit dough out onto a cutting board, and with a small cookie cutter cut the "O" out of the center of your donut. (Pro Tip: Reserve these pieces to make Donut Holes!)  Heat vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat until spitting. Begin to add the donuts to the oil slowly, careful not to overcrowd them so they cook evenly. Cook until the bottom is golden brown, and turn gently using two wooden skewers, to brown the other side. Remove from oil to drain on a wire rack. Serve tossed in cinnamon and sugar, or powdered sugar, or you can make a chocolate glaze by melting chocolate chips in the toaster oven with a small amount of butter.
Solution 2: To make easy donuts, you can use a can of refrigerated biscuit dough, like Pillsbury's Grands. Open the biscuit dough out onto a cutting board, and with a small cookie cutter cut the "O" out of the center of your donut. (Pro Tip: Reserve these pieces to make Donut Holes!)  Heat vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat until spitting. Begin to add the donuts to the oil slowly, careful not to overcrowd them so they cook evenly. Cook until the bottom is golden brown, and turn gently using two wooden skewers, to brown the other side. Remove from oil to drain on a wire rack. Serve tossed in cinnamon and sugar, or powdered sugar, or you can make a chocolate glaze by melting chocolate chips in the microwave with a small amount of butter.
Goal: How can I make my own air freshener for my car?
Solution 1: In a screw on jar, place small scented candles or wax from old candles, poke holes in top of lid, then when car heats up from the hot sun, the wax will emit odor.
Solution 2: In a screw on jar, place small scented candles or wax from old candles, Screw top of lid to make airtight, then when car heats up from the hot sun, the wax will emit odor.
Goal: Feed 6 people for under $5?
Solution 1: Yes you can. Pasta prepared with eggs and cream is filling and cheap. Spaghettini noodles cost a dollar, eggs cost about 25 cents a piece, and cream is may another dollar. Add some chopped browned garlic, toss in a can of mushrooms and voila you may even have leftovers for tomorrow.
Solution 2: Yes you can. Pasta prepared with eggs and cream is filling and cheap. Spaghettini noodles cost a dollar, eggs cost about 25 cents a piece, and cream or condensed milk another dollar. Brown up some garlic and mushrooms for another dollar, throw in the can. You may even have leftovers for tomorrow.
Goal: Ignite a grill without lighter fluid for a cookout.
Solution 1: After placing a stack of charcoal in the grill basin add a handful of potato chips around and on top of the stack of charcoal. Potato chips contain oil and can ignite the charcoal for the grill without using lighter fluid for a cookout.
Solution 2: After placing a stack of charcoal in the grill basin add a handful of potato chips around and on top of the stack of charcoal. Potato chips contain oil and can install the charcoal for the grill without using lighter fluid for a cookout.
Goal: How to prepare a canvas for acrylic painting.
Solution 1: Make sure the canvas is properly stretched and clean from dust and debris. Use a spray bottle and apply a thin layer of lacquer over the entire canvas and let dry. Now your canvas will be able to showcase the colours you choose and lose none because of an absorbant canvas.
Solution 2: Make sure the canvas is properly stretched and clean from dust and debris. Use a wide brush and apply a thin layer of gesso paint over the entire canvas and let dry. Now your canvas will be able to showcase the colours you choose and lose none because of an absorbant canvas.
Goal: how to make light creamed corn
Solution 1: Cut the kernels off 600 raw ears of corn. Scrape the cobs with the back of a knife to extract the milk; puree the milk with half of the kernels and 1 cup water. Cook the remaining kernels and 1/2 chopped onion in 2 tablespoons butter until soft. Add the puree, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer, stirring, 10 minutes.
Solution 2: Cut the kernels off 6 raw ears of corn. Scrape the cobs with the back of a knife to extract the milk; puree the milk with half of the kernels and 1 cup water. Cook the remaining kernels and 1/2 chopped onion in 2 tablespoons butter until soft. Add the puree, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer, stirring, 10 minutes.
Goal: How do i thin out thick nail polish?
Solution 1: Run the bottle under hot water. The heat from the water and from your hands will help to thin the polish back to its original consistency. Avoid shaking the bottle vigorously as this can cause big air bubbles in your polish.
Solution 2: Run the bottle under hot water. The heat from the water and from your hands will help to thin the polish back to its original consistency. Avoid shaking the bottle vigorously as this can cause tiny air bubbles in your polish.
Goal: How do I fold in dry ingredients to wet ingredients when making macarons?
Solution 1: Add a third of the dry ingredients and fold about 15-20 times with a sponge. Repeat. When it's completely combined, you should have folded about 60 times.
Solution 2: Add a third of the dry ingredients and fold about 15-20 times with a spatula. Repeat. When it's completely combined, you should have folded about 60 times.
Goal: How to empty an ash tray
Solution 1: Pick up the ash tray and tilt it so that it empties into the desired container, such as a trash can. Shake it out to remove some of the smaller contents, then drop the ash tray into the container.
Solution 2: Pick up the ash tray and tilt it so that it empties into the desired container, such as a trash can. Shake it out to remove some of the smaller contents, then set it back down.
Goal: How can you get rid of dust mites in pillows and bedding?
Solution 1: Airing out bedding is even more effective than washing when it comes to killing dust mites, reducing 95.1 percent of their numbers after an overnight stay in air.
Solution 2: Freezing bedding is even more effective than washing when it comes to killing dust mites, reducing 95.1 percent of their numbers after an overnight stay in a freezer.
Goal: How to make a chainsaw flash light or a gas powdered spotlight.
Solution 1: Grab your materials which include a chainsaw, treadmill motor, 12 volt car headlight, tubing, bike sprocket and chain, scrap wood and screws and tools, remove sprocket from a a bicycle and line up best fit, wield the sprockets, design and configure the machine, add some wood framing, add the chainsaw to the sprockets and making the final adjustments, mount a light and regulator,
Solution 2: Grab your materials which include a snow blower, a scooter motor, a 9v battery from a RC car, tubing, a bike sprocket and chain, scrap wood and screws and tools. Remove the sprocket from the bike and line up the best fit, wield the chain on the sprocket, design and configure the machine, add some metal framing, add the snow blower to the sprockets and make the final adjustments, mount and light and regulator.
Goal: How to Make Easy Microwave Caramels
Solution 1: To make easy microwave caramels, you will just need a few ingredients. You will need 4tbsp butter, and a little extra to grease the dish. 1cup light brown sugar, 1/2 cup corn syrup, 1/2 cup condensed milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
Solution 2: To make easy microwave caramels, you will just need a few ingredients. You will need 4tbsp butter, and a little extra to grease the dish. 1cup light brown sugar, 1/2 cup corn syrup, 12 cups condensed milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
Goal: Clean scale of the inside of a tea kettle.
Solution 1: Place a mixture of 50 percent vinegar and 50 percent water into the kettle. Switch it on and let it boil.  Cool, the remove the mixture.  Give the inside a wipe with a cloth, rinse and done.
Solution 2: Place a mixture of 90 percent water and 10 percent alcohol into the kettle. Switch it on and let it boil.  Cool, the remove the mixture.  Give the inside a wipe with a cloth, rinse and done.
Goal: How to wash a pet dog
Solution 1: Adequately wet the dog’s ear to allow for a lather. Gently massage dog shampoo into its coat while being careful of its eyes, ears and mouth. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a towel.
Solution 2: Adequately wet the dog’s fur to allow for a lather. Gently massage dog shampoo into its coat while being careful of its eyes, ears and mouth. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a towel.
Goal: To make a music stave bracelet,
Solution 1: all you need is an old belt or leather bracelet, a musical notes charm, jumping rings, glue, a clasp and piece of chain from an old belt, cutters, a welder, a jigsaw, an oven, scissors, and pliers.
Solution 2: all you need is an old belt or leather bracelet, a musical notes charm, jumping rings, glue, a clasp and piece of chain from an old belt, cutters, a pencil, a ruler, a gimlet, scissors, and pliers.
Goal: What can be used as a yeast dough incubator?
Solution 1: Fill a hot water bottle with hot water and place it on a pillow. Place your dough bowl  in a plastic bag on top. Cover with a tea towel and a blanket.
Solution 2: Fill a water bottle with cold water and place it on a pillow. Place your dough bowl  in a plastic bag on top. Cover with a tea towel and a blanket.
Goal: How to make Lemon slushies at home.
Solution 1: Use Ice tray to freeze Lemonade.  Use from carton at grocery stores.  When lemon (Ice) is frozen, place ice cubes in a blender. Mix on low at first then raise speed. Add 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice with 1/4 cup sugar. When blended serve in a dish.
Solution 2: Use Ice tray to freeze Lemonade.  Use from carton at grocery stores.  When lemon (Ice) is frozen, place ice cubes in a blender. Mix on low at first then raise speed. Add 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice with 1/4 cup salt. When blended serve in a dish.
Goal: make saffron rice
Solution 1: Saute 1 chopped onion in 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat, 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cups basmati rice and 1 teaspoon each saffron threads and kosher salt. Add 3 cups chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and stir, then cover and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Let sit, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff.
Solution 2: Saute 1 candied onion in 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat, 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cups basmati rice and 1 teaspoon each saffron threads and kosher salt. Add 3 cups chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and stir, then cover and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Let sit, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff.
Goal: To make butter icing.
Solution 1: First you need to put your butter into a bowl and and gradually add the icing sugar until all of it in mixed in. Now the mixture, so far, should look crumbly this is when you should add the water so that the icing will stick together. The icing will be done when it is a very dark yellow.
Solution 2: First you need to put your butter into a bowl and and gradually add the icing sugar until all of it in mixed in. Now the mixture, so far, should look crumbly this is when you should add the water so that the icing will stick together. The icing will be done when it is a very pale yellow.
Goal: How to cook pasta
Solution 1: Boil  4 qts water in a large pot, Salt the water with at least a tablespoon of salt. Add pasta and keep at a rolling boil for 10-12 mins or until al- dente. Drain and serve.
Solution 2: Boil  4 qts water in a large pot, Salt the water with at least a tablespoon of salt. Add pasta and keep at a rolling boil for 10-12 hours or until al- dente. Drain and serve.
Goal: To screw in your supports for your baby gate,
Solution 1: Screw one board to each side of the wall support, being sure to keep the edges aligned. When complete, you will have two tracks(each being in the shape of a "U").
Solution 2: Screw one board to each side of the wall support, being sure to keep the edges aligned. When complete, you will have two tracks(each being in the shape of a "P").
Goal: How do you cook sugar beets to make beet sugar?
Solution 1: Place diced beets into a large pot and fill it with water until the beets are completely covered. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the head to medium and allow to simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beets are tender. Strain the water from the beets into a clean pot.
Solution 2: Place diced beets into a large pot and fill it with water until the beets are completely covered. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the head to medium and allow to simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beets are hard. Strain the water from the beets into a clean pot.