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Ice cream with liquid center? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Marco
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 16, 2023, 07:09:16 pm
content: I'm going to try to make one of thosefaux fruitwith a mirror glaze, bavarois outside and compote core desserts which were popular a few years ago.I was wondering if you could do something similar with semifreddo and a liquid core? I assume the commercial icecream with liquid inserts just deep freeze inserts with low melting points and then mix those in nearly frozen icecream, after which they melt while the icecream sets around them. I don't have a low temp freezer though. I can still try to depress the melting point of the core a little, but there's not much room to play with with a normal freezer.One of the pioneers of molecular gastronomie professor Kurti did an inverted baked Alaska, by freezing it and putting it in the microwave, but I doubt the microwaves will penetrate semifreddo as well as meringue.
foodease (with trolls and hilarity)  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 26, 2023, 10:50:51 pm
content: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foodease/foodease-all-in-one-automatic-cooking-applianceIt looks kind of interesting. Id say low utility. But on youtube it looks like a shooting range in the comments section. Peoples confidence in foodease is very low. And there might be deceptive marketing involved.What do you think?Personally I got the scale for my kitchenaid stand mixer, and I think its good but the cleaning time is high. However, since it sifts the flour, I think its worth it. But cleaning the measuring cups is faster if you don't sift or weigh. But regardless I like built in scales. This don't got one.The lack of draining means starchy pasta, or pasta cooked in sauce, etc. Different style, don't know how that works out.The auto addition of food is the main feature, I think thats cool. It does lead to higher quality food if you stagger the addition of the ingredients. The mixing is also cool. Less steam exposure.A real utility might be if it could actually make a sauce or gravy. Like if you add flour, shallots, garlic, mushroom, butter. Properly timed shallot / garlic + roux is something that it looks like that machine can do to make a higher quality gravy. I can't say its not obnoxious to make sauce when you are BBQing. The BBQ part is time intensive as it is, you probobly won't be making the sauce while you are grilling. Usually you throw that together when the grill is done and the meat is resting. Still kind of annoying to have to use the frying pan after using the BBQ. could this machine solve that problem? And also for making marinades that requires cooked ingredients.And it sounds like you could theoretically just deglaze a pan with wine, vinegar, water, whatever when you are searing and add the deglaze liquid to the machine when its completed and have it stir a bit more.The possible gravy/sauce capability of the machine makes me want it because the volume is low, timing requirement is high, and it needs constant attention.It might also be a useful cranberry sauce cooker, if you just put tons of cranberry into it and have it stir it once in a while.For a pasta or completed meal though... IDK. I think at best its a sauce maker. Which might make it good enough.it still seems less ridiculous then buying a molex crimp tool.
alkaline water and health bnefits - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: strawberry
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 13, 2023, 03:43:57 pm
content: how to quantize water and add more hydrogen to it

author: Zero999
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 13, 2023, 06:28:04 pm
content: I'm not going to bother watching an hour video, which going by the title of this thread, appears to be pseudoscience.Can you provide a brief summary?I very much doubt there are any health benefits for higher pH water, other than perhaps less tooth corrosion.

author: TimFox
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 13, 2023, 09:17:55 pm
content: If you add acidic lemon to an alkaline solution, it reduces the alkalinity.

author: strawberry
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 14, 2023, 05:30:45 am
content: author debunks alkaline water with basic chemistry and how to make your own alkaline water for cheapapparently there is water hydrogenation device

author: EEEnthusiast
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 14, 2023, 05:46:21 am
content: Do not rinse away the soap from your drinking glass after washing them. You will automatically get alkaline water..

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 04, 2023, 08:08:32 am
content: its good for clearing upset stomach errors. Tastes different too. IDK if I would drink exclusively alkaline water but its handy to have in shops if you have minor heart burn or upset stomach. I think it does something to the stomach if you drink a whole bottle if you feel ill.
what to blanche? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 22, 2024, 08:42:47 am
content: I got a 1 gallon thermos so I can prep ice water without over loading the refrigerator etc and do more blanching.I noticed some interesting things1) kale seems to taste very much like brocolli when blanched2) stuff seems way more green after blanching3) salad spinner is important4) time is important, you need to clock it and 2 minutes is more then enough to make some things almost too soft after their fully baked (i.e. cauliflower)I did run into some problems though ,like brussel sprouts. I think their flavor improved slightly after blanching but its hard to get the water out of them, even a hot roast left them looking more steamed then anything.

author: Xena E
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 30, 2024, 06:10:01 pm
content: Broad/Fava beans are a favorite of mine, though not readily available around here even in season, so I grow my own.Freezing is the way I preserve for use out of season. Freezing without blanching does seem to be possible without affecting the taste but I tend to do so as if not the beans tend to turn a rusty colour.I've never had success with Freezing green beans whatever I do to them though.

author: TimNJ
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 01, 2024, 07:02:10 pm
content: Chinese broccoli (gai lan). Very good blanched and then throw in the wok with slurry of rice cooking wine, ginger, and a touch of corn starch.

author: SiliconWizard
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 07, 2024, 10:42:43 pm
content: Fran maybe?
The Perfect Troubleshooting Coffee - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: BTO
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 12, 2023, 11:04:25 am
content: Can't believe this has not been mentionedINGREDIENTSCoffeeMilkSugarMETHOD- You can go down the normal Nescafe Blend 43 Route, if so..- Get your Mug Ready- Add 1 spoon of coffee- Add the Sugar (i add 3 Spoons of Sugar)- Boil the Water- Fill Half a glass of boiling water (accounting for a little space at the top so it doesn't overflow)- Stir all together- Add Cold Milk (Half a Mug)- Continue to Stir for a bit- Head over to the EEVBlog Form of your choice and Start Troubleshooting knowing that you're now ready to solve any problemIF YOU HAVE A COFFEE MACHINE- Get some coffee beans and get the grinder set correctly so that you end up pouring 1 single shot (30ml) for a period of precisely 22seconds.(25 - 30 seconds is apparently acceptable by some but not by me)Once your perfect shot is poured- Add the Sugar (i add 3 Spoons of Sugar)- Get your milk heated as per your liking- Pour the milk- While Pouring milk in... Stir all the contents together- Head over to the EEVBlog Form of your choice and Start Troubleshooting knowing that you're now ready to solve any problem

author: abeyer
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: September 13, 2023, 06:02:29 am
content: Quoteheresy

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 13, 2023, 06:06:13 am
content: monster energy drinkfor when you know you should replace that solder point wiring harness but you just know no one else would dare

author: Siwastaja
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 21, 2023, 03:14:30 pm
content: >make coffee>let it sit near boiling point for 6 hours until half of the water has evaporated>drink in enormous quantities and start shooting troubles
mini popcorn - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 29, 2023, 03:12:02 am
content: https://youtube.com/shorts/I-P5HJCa9q4Fascinating that you can make it with other materials then corn.

author: Marco
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 29, 2023, 03:21:54 am
content: Puffed millet, quinoa and rice are pretty standard products here in supermarkets.

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 29, 2023, 04:48:18 am
content: what the hell is that sold like chip bags or what?oh yeah, I guess as breakfast cereal. I forgot that stuff existed! must be a decade lol

author: Alex6
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 17, 2023, 02:09:09 pm
content: I have seen some videos of quinoa pops. sorghum grains are alike, With medium heat these grains will pop and turn into mini popcorn-like pieces.
Paul's Best Beanie Weenies - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: EPAIII
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 05, 2023, 06:14:50 am
content: Paul's Best Beanie WeeniesFast and easy too!2-3 Servings or ONE hungry guy!1 15 oz can Bush's Country Style Baked Beans1 can Armor Bourbon BBQ Vienna Sausage1-2 oz Steen's Pure Cane SyrupOpen cans. Transfer Vienna Sausage to a plate retaining BBQ sauce in the can.Slice each sausage into about 8 pieces.In a large soup bowl (24+ oz) combine baked beans, vienna sausage, BBQ sauce from can, and 1-2 oz (to taste) of the Steen's cane syrup. Mix.COVER and heat in microwave 60% power for about 6 minutes.Serve with crackers and butter. I like the Club crackers and I Can't Believe It's Not Butter spread.Enjoy!
Pork knuckles - souse vide technique - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ToHu
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 24, 2023, 09:28:44 pm
content: So I didn't invent this recipe, but prepare it multiple times and the results are always perfect.Souse vide is a low temperature cooking techniques, the meat is seal in a plastic bag, better to be vacuum sealed, this will stop it from floating and also improve the thermal contact with the waters /I can perform CFD if someone doesn't believe me/. There is a number of circulation heaters, i am using Anova one, it works fine, but this is not any kind of advertising, just what i have. The important part here is the seasoning. There are multiple recipes, but for me the best results you get with those spice mix :Salt 1/4 cupBrown sugar 1/4 cupPaprika 1/4 cupGarlic powder 1 tbspOnion powder 1 tbspBlack pepper 1 tbspUsually i am mixing a large dose so i can use it at least for 12 months.You need a fresh pork knuckle, better never been frozen, you need to wash it and dry it with kitchen towels. If there any bristle left the best way is to use a torch, I am using my welding torch, but any torch will be sufficient, even a small one. If you need to do that, do it before you wash the knuckles.Once you have them washed and dried seasoning them well with the spice mix, put them in a seal bag and seal them. I am always do a double seals, that way no chance to leak.Cook for 24 h at 165 F.When done you have two options, if you have time you may put them in the fridge for 3-4 h, this will help after if you want to have a crispy skin.With or without cooling them, when you are ready to serve them put them on a rack and broil them in the oven. If you have it cooled before, you will manage to get a crispy skin, without drying the meat. If you don't have time for that, you still can broil them but be carefully, if you keep them too long in the oven the meat may get dry.Serve them immediately.A good side dish is sweet source cabbage and/or brad potato's. It's typical German thing, i am not sure they cook them the same way, but the result is pretty much the same. After you finish with the initial cooking in the seal bag you will have a good amount of sauce, don't trough it. You can use it for the sweet-source cabbage it's much better than any type of broth, also you may use it as a sauce, especially if you overdo it in the oven, the souse will moisturize the meat and none will notice your fault.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 29, 2023, 09:26:19 pm
content: Looks fab. I'm hungry now.

author: mengfei
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 30, 2023, 08:30:30 am
content: in our place we this "Krispy Pata" tender on the inside crackling crispy on the outsidethough it takes time to make
cold vs room temperature fruit in ice cream - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 11, 2023, 03:34:27 am
content: So if you enjoy putting fruit in ice cream, say blue berries, does anyone find that if the blue berries are chilled, it tastes better in cold ice cream, rather then room temperature fruit added to ice cream right before serving?I don't think its a issue with melting, I just think that it tastes better chilled, even though usually I think cold fruit is not as good as room temperature fruit

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 11, 2023, 01:11:08 pm
content: I find lots of things are better (either in taste or texture or both) chilled. Cucumber, tomatoes, cake, tarts, water, ...Actually, I think I prefer either chilled or piping hot. Pretty easy to figure which food applies to which, though there can be some surprises. Room temperature is for stuff like biscuits and crisps. Yuk.

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 12, 2023, 05:27:02 am
content: butter is room temperature food

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 12, 2023, 08:15:36 am
content: It's better warm on toast

author: Kleinstein
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 12, 2023, 08:22:16 am
content: I have never tryed cold fuits with ice cream. It is nice to have contrast also in the temperature and we often eat ice cream with hot fruits / fruit-source (e.g. cherries, raspberries or backberries).Frozen fruits are kind of an alternative to ice cream.
Pork pie - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 19, 2023, 10:07:29 pm
content: Custom made. Sorry, I had nothing to do with it so I have no idea what the recipe is, other than it took most of one evening and part of the next morning. But I am very sure I am going to have everything to do with the eating of it.

author: themadhippy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 19, 2023, 10:49:54 pm
content: seems to be missing mustard and pickles

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 19, 2023, 10:55:25 pm
content: Those are awaiting a slice. Or quadrant.

author: ttx450
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 18, 2023, 04:00:45 am
content: Look's alien to me.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 18, 2023, 09:49:55 am
content: Here it is in the Area 51 lab.

author: ttx450
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 19, 2023, 01:25:01 am
content: Never seen anything like it. I'd poke it a few times to see if it moves.
usb speed adjustable Milk Frother - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: MK
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 19, 2023, 11:29:10 am
content: Help,One was bought for my wife, not been used yet and attachment is firmly stuck, all web instructions say a sharp tug...Now it is 1/2 off and sits at an angle and wont move in or out. Anyone played with one of these?Or is it a lost cause and just return as is?

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2023, 11:28:56 pm
content: Photo would help enormously to understand the problem with this. Do you have any idea how many frothers there are out there and the various attachment means?

author: MK
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 21, 2023, 07:46:46 am
content: Hi it looks like this onehttps://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/155255554883absolutely no other information available I tried google bing etc

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 21, 2023, 04:39:36 pm
content: They show two different fittings! Is it the thin one, which looks like the shaft has serrations? Either way, I am sure it should be a straight pull. First time or two they can be pretty hard to pull off, partly due to the user not sure how much effort is needed and partly because they are new and not yet worn in.If it's at an angle and not more or less right off then it is probably jammed. Making it line up before attempting to pull straight off would be in order, but if it's new then a return to vendor would be a better solution.

author: MK
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 21, 2023, 07:06:27 pm
content: It is supposed to be a straight pull, I did not fit it, but when tugging, it seemed to loose straightness, so I will be sending it back. There are 4 spines on the buried shaft at the end of the motor, and the attachments each have 4 slots to match. I am guessing now that the not large family member that fitted it did not line it up properly? there seems to be no lead in chamfer at the bottom of the attachments.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 21, 2023, 07:49:29 pm
content: Not getting the splines lined up might do it, yes.

author: MK
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 22, 2023, 06:40:01 pm
content: I have no idea what happened, but it seems either the ID and OD of the two parts are wildly out or the splines were jammed wrong.
Be on the lookout for this new ingredient - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: PartialDischarge
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 10, 2023, 08:09:56 am
content: Since this is pertinent to cooking and although some people may be fine with this, I'll just leave here that a new ingredient has been approved in the EU: cricket flour for use in biscuits, pasta, dressings, etc...https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:32023R0005&from=ENIf any bowel content from the animal remains after 24h you'll eat it too"The novel food is partially defatted powder obtained from whole Acheta domesticus (house cricket) following a series of steps involving a 24 hours fasting period of the insects to allow them to discard their bowel content"

author: SeanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 10, 2023, 11:09:12 am
content: So now you get it processed instead of being accidentally introduced as raw......Anyway, for fast food there are allowed amounts of things like rat droppings, hairs and insect parts that they have to follow. I wonder if this means if it is not there they have to add it in....

author: Psi
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 10, 2023, 11:29:25 am
content: I think I will pass on this.

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 10, 2023, 11:10:41 pm
content: Quote from: SeanB on January 10, 2023, 11:09:12 amI'm not sure there is any allowable limits on rat droppings in food safety standards. I don't know about overseas but there are strict rules when it comes to pest-proofing premises where food is stored and prepared. On top of that, food needs to be stored in such a way that pests cannot access it.

author: free_electron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 10, 2023, 11:17:07 pm
content: you should check the coloring used in "strawberry yoghurt" or that fake vanilla...https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cochinealhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CastoreumHave a glass of Bäverhojt ...

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 11, 2023, 01:04:19 am
content: Gives a new meaning to "Beetle Juice"

author: themadhippy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 11, 2023, 03:15:40 am
content: Talking of juice,hope you enjoy the fish bladder with your pint of ale.

author: Psi
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 11, 2023, 08:14:10 am
content: Or squid ink in your black colored pastaOr the animals poop tubes holding your sausages together.(yes, I didn't have to say it that way, i just chose too)

author: nightfire
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 04, 2023, 04:24:27 pm
content: Well, those "poop tubes" are cleaned beforehand, and a loooong tradition ;-)I also heard some years ago that "Apfelmus" (german for Apple puree, that is quite popular here in industrial form) also has contents of rodents in it, simply because from time to time some mice/rats can enter the apple storage and get acccidentally processed. In fact, it is tolerated, and I do not know if there is a legal limit for it, or if it should not be there at all, but no one really tests for it...
How much wattage does a rice cooker use? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: shivajikobardan
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 05, 2022, 04:30:38 am
content: We've a person who stays at rent, we find it uncomfortable to ask the wattage from them. So, I want to learn what's the wattage of rice cooker in general? Is 700Watt a good value to predict the electricity charge?

author: Ian.M
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 05, 2022, 05:24:51 am
content: Most of the energy is used during the initial heat-up, to bring the water from ambient temperature to boiling point. For the same volume of water, this is largely independent of the rice cooker power rating - a lower wattage one is slower to come to the boil, so actually uses slightly more energy as it looses heat to the environment for a longer time.It takes approx 313 kJ to raise the temperature of one liter of water from 25°C to 100°C, which is 0.087 kWh.1kWH would be enough electricity to cook about 3kg of dry rice (in batches) in a rice cooker . . .I doubt is worth worrying about the cost to run the rice cooker for one person eating the rice.However if your tenant has an electric room heater, that can run at full power for hours at a time, and many will have power ratings in excess of 1kW.

author: shivajikobardan
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 05, 2022, 07:06:18 am
content: They're 4 of them. I wonder how much servings does 1 kg rice gives to an average adult.

author: Ian.M
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 05, 2022, 07:51:33 am
content: That depends on the serving size which in turn depends on whether or not the adult works at a desk or does heavy manual labor, and what proportion of their diet is rice. 100g ofcookedrice is 10% of the recommended daily carbohydrate intake for a desk-worker assuming a 2000 calorie a day diet. The manual laborer will need up to twice the calories, and as rice is relatively cheap may eat a higher proportion of rice. Cooked rice is typically three times heavier due to its water content than the dry rice it started as.

author: nightfire
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 19, 2023, 10:58:53 pm
content: A bit late to the party, but depending on the dish, I find approx. 100g-125g of Basmati rice my personal best size. for dishes like fried rice it should be a bit more, for dishes with rice as a side order a bit less.
KitchenAid Mixer PTO Dimensions - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: rvalente
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 03, 2023, 08:31:54 pm
content: Hello Mates,GF is a patisseur and wants a dragee attachement, with a mill and lathe available thats an easy task.Does anyone knows the dimensions for the PTO (power torque output) for the kitchenAid Mixer?I've found this replacement shaft for the past attachment, if someone could share some dimensions of a in hand attachment would help me a lot.Greetings

author: bdunham7
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 03, 2023, 08:39:54 pm
content: The square drive is ~0.435".

author: pqass
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 03, 2023, 09:06:31 pm
content: A=0.9" to center; deeper than at edgesB=0.91" diameterC=1.1"

author: bdunham7
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 03, 2023, 09:13:48 pm
content: It's not clear from this picture what is going on with that part, but on all the attachments I have the second section--where B and C are specified, does not turn and that section of the machine is not intended to be used as a bearing. The shaft of the attachments is typically about the size of the square drive and the housing of the attachment locks into the machine and has an internal bronze or similar bearing at that point. Is the pictured shaft assembled from concentric pieces?

author: rvalente
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 06, 2023, 11:39:58 am
content: Hello,I'm basing myself in this pasta shaft replacement part. I do not have the part in hand but the two pieces are concentric with some bearing inside, Ill be using DU Bushings.I've not measured the PTO RPM, but as I've seen the videos I'd guess is something between 100 to 300 rpm varying among the mixer speed setting.

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 11, 2023, 07:27:21 am
content: the worm gear will wear out if you use it heavy (like whole rye bread mass production).
FOOD IN COMMERCIALS VS. IN REAL LIFE - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 01, 2023, 05:40:52 am
content: ehh come on its like if you think about what happens to food in the vast array of molecular sieve structures in your digestive system.... your body purifies it down to base amino acids and simple sugars of course you can do some of that with benchtop chemical processing equipment.
Just 3 ingredients and Quick Cookies, no Sugar, no Flour, no Egg, no Oi - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: yuki yuk
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: January 23, 2023, 11:09:08 am
content: I made These Peanut Butter and Almond Powder Cookies are super soft, luxurious, and full of peanut butter goodness! They are gluten free and can also be made with my suggested easy vegan modifications.If you're looking for a super soft, delicious, and gluten-free peanut butter cookie, you've come to the right place!. Mix this cookie dough and crisscross these delicious cookies with a fork while waiting for them to come out of the oven, and coat them with dark chocolate.⬇⬇⬇⬇ RECIPE BELOW ⬇⬇⬇⬇WATCH VIDEO:https://youtu.be/XgNSfEqeJeIIngredients:- 150 g Almond flour (1 + 1/2 Cup) -280g Peanut butter ( 1/2 Cup + 1 Tbsp )- 150g Maple syrup ( 1/2 Cup )Instructions:1. In a Container, put 150 g Almond flour (1 + 1/2 Cup)2. Add 280g Peanut butter ( 1/2 Cup + 1 Tbsp )3. Add 150g Maple syrup ( 1/2 Cup )4. Mix until combined5. Form balls6. Using a fork lightly press each cookie 2x per cookie in criss-cross pattern7. Bake in preheated oven at 180°C-356 °F for 10 to 15 minutes8. Dip half of the biscuit in chocolate and garnish with pistachios or almonds

author: artag
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 23, 2023, 12:23:28 pm
content: I thought this might be a lovely diabetic cookie recipe until I got to the maple syrup !I presume that's not just for sweetening but helps bind the cookie too. Any ideas what I might use instead ? An egg, perhaps (as I don't have any problem with eggs)
Butter Chicken - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: August 08, 2022, 12:28:25 am
content: I made this on the weekend and it was probably one of the best butter chicken recipes I've ever tasted. It was amazing (and even better the next day).I just served it with some rice. The only change was that I substituted the poblano chilli with half of a regular green chilli. Everything else I was able to find in the supermarket. With the spices, I also prefer to grind my own as needed, rather than buying pre-ground, but that's a matter for yourself.I can't recommend this recipe enough!

author: rooppoorali
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 13, 2022, 06:37:03 pm
content: I also want to try this someday. I never ate butter chicken. It's very popular in my neighbour country. I am quite sure it takes good.

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 13, 2022, 06:45:38 pm
content: Chicken and rice go together like bread and butter. Two of my favorites are chicken cacciatore w/ white rice and yellow (saffron) rice and chicken (or chicken livers). Will need to try your butter chicken.

author: MikeK
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 02, 2022, 11:43:23 am
content: That chicken looks killer. I've always like butter chicken without too much sauce. I didn't realize the chicken was cooked separately. I think I'll make it, sans sauce, to put on a salad.

author: bidrohini
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 21, 2022, 01:23:40 pm
content: Oh! I'd like to try it someday.

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 27, 2022, 02:31:27 am
content: Quote from: MikeK on December 02, 2022, 11:43:23 amCan highly recommend cooking the chicken this way for other things, salads, as a main with veges or potato on the side, or even just on a sandwich/burger. It's really good.

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 11, 2023, 08:36:32 am
content: I think you can put tumeric in this
Pasta Salad - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 28, 2022, 03:30:17 am
content: INGREDIENTS:250g pasta (dried weight)Note 1300mL of store-bought coleslaw dressing75g (about 3 tablespoons) sour cream20g red onion; finely diced100g (1 small) red capsicum; finely diced100g (1 medium) carrot; finely diced10g fresh parsley; stalks removed, finely chopped50g celery; finely dicedNote 2100g cheese; coarsely gratedNote 350g spring onion; both white and green parts, finely slicedMETHOD:1. Cook the pasta in slightly salted water, about 1-2 minutes past al dente (or slightly longer than the packet directions). Once cooked, they should be soft but not mushy. It should be slightly softer than usual, as cooked pasta will firm up once refrigerated. Drain well and set aside to cool slightly.2. Meanwhile, combine the sour cream and coleslaw dressing into a large bowl and set aside. We'll use this bowl later to combine everything together.3. In a separate bowl, combine all the vegetables and the grated cheese. All the veges should be in pieces roughly the same size. If you want to cheat a bit, cut the carrots, celery and capsicum into matchsticks (or julienne) and pulse in a food processor to get everything diced and in uniform sizes (but don't go too far!). For the cheese, use the largest setting on a box grater.4. Once the pasta has mostly cooled (but still a little warm) add this to the bowl with the sour cream mixture. Stir to combine, then add all the remaining ingredients and stir so that everything is evenly distributed.5. Refrigerate. This pasta salad gets better once it's had time to chill (it's even better the next day). Feel free to adjust the amounts of the vegetables to your taste (or omit any you don't like). This recipe is designed to be creamy, yet still somewhat light.NOTES:1. I used macaroni for this recipe, but you could use just about any short pasta such as Orecchiette, Lumache, Ditalini or even Fusilli.2. I absolutely detest celery, but trust me, you won't taste it. It helps to add texture. Cut it smaller than the other veg if you dislike it.3. I used just standard tasty cheese, but you could use cheddar or any other cheese of your liking.
stainless dishwasher knives that started to rust  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 06, 2022, 01:46:43 pm
content: If you have knives that you put through the dishwasher way too many times and they start to rust immediately after you remove the rust and dishwasher them again, there is a solution. I started hearing alot about bad stainless steel and stuff but I thought what the hell is going on, they used to be fine.So I made a 25% citric acid solution in a pot made with filtered water, scrubbed the knives clean with a scotch brite and barkeepers friend, then I rinsed them good with hot water and poured the hot citric acid water (like 50 degree C) into a ceramic rectangle bread pan after stacking the knives in there so they occupy the least area. After a 0.5 hour soak the water turned a little bit iron color, so I took the knives out and rinsed them good with hot water.On the next dishwasher cycle I only had very minor corrosion stains. I think with a longer soak and some temperature control (oven set to low) you can re-passivate them very nicely. It was good enough for me. Throwing them into the dishwasher with a bunch of citric acid powder might work too and also clean your dishwasher, but I am not sure.

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 06, 2022, 01:50:23 pm
content: I have never had that problem in 59 years of using an automatic dishwasher. Do you wash them blade down, not handle down (unless solid SS)?

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 06, 2022, 01:51:58 pm
content: yeah I have been washing them in the side tray for 10 years or so and they really fucked off on me recently. Blade down. Its too much work to do anything else IMO because its extreme drudgery, loathe the dishwasher even though they are amazing.special dishwasher guidelines for cuttlery other then putting long things on top is IMO good if you have a maid but its not realistic for me.
Peanut butter - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 30, 2022, 05:47:55 pm
content: ... and blue cheese spread.Sorry, had to get that off my chest.

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 30, 2022, 06:56:36 pm
content: Quote from: PlainName on October 30, 2022, 05:47:55 pmPut on a shirt or wear a bib.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 30, 2022, 09:59:27 pm
content: Or get a cat to dispose of it.
EVEBOT Coffee Printer - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 03, 2022, 11:40:55 pm
content: Yep... a printer that prints images onto your coffee foam.https://www.youtube.com/shorts/riiSHjkEMyM

author: xrunner
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2022, 11:47:40 pm
content: I'm sure you can only buy "ink" refills from the original manufacturer until users figure out how to inject food coloring into the carts.

author: pcprogrammer
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 04, 2022, 07:09:58 am
content: I always think "no things can't get any weirder than this" and then something new like this coffee printer comes up.One application for it. Print the front page of the morning paper on your coffee. Can you get informed while you drink your coffeeWho buys something like this?

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 05, 2022, 02:22:45 am
content: Quote from: pcprogrammer on November 04, 2022, 07:09:58 amI can see it having some kind of utility in some wanky, over-priced coffee shop or pub (apparently it can print on beers and similar beverages too).I think the novelty would wear off pretty quickly though.

author: sarge
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 06, 2022, 12:19:58 pm
content: So is this a cousin of the bot in the IRC channel, or something?
rehydrating a freeze dried cheesecake? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 02, 2022, 02:15:33 am
content: I got freeze dried cheese cake slices, out of curiosity, and I just can't seem to figure out how to re hydrate them.The instructions on the bag say to dunk in water for 1 minute, then leave out for 10 minutes and its ready. I guess its ready if you want a large cross section cracker coated with 1mm of mushy cheesecake material.I tried a 2 min dip followed by wrapping in wet paper towel for 1 hour in a tupperware sitting in a little bit of water upside down so the cracker part does not get especially soggy (it was better but its a fail), and I also tried a 1 hour dip, that resulted in more material being rehydrated but the structural integrity of the cheesecake failed.I mean you can crush it up into some kind of a pudding, but what is the way to restore this? I thought to try the paper towel method overnight, or maybe I thought that you need hot water (even though it says cold water) or some kind of alternate rehydrating material that rehydrates better (wine? I thought the surface tension might be lower bc of the alcohol)I assume its just blatant lying on the packaging and you need like 12hrs to rehydrate one of these ? Tired of ruining cheese cake because I think you can better make use of it as some kind of additive to make some kinda pudding or whatever, would like to make some kind of proper culinary use of the last 4 slices I have.

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2022, 04:13:36 am
content: vacuum seal with a little water in a bag and it rehydrates in 1 minute

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 03, 2022, 07:10:48 am
content: I never even knew such a thing existed. There you go.

author: bidrohini
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2022, 02:00:38 pm
content: Was that a ready-made cheese cake slice? Which brand?

author: coppercone2
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2022, 07:18:42 pm
content: I think they are all the samehttps://www.mredepot.com/Freeze-Dried-Cheesecake-p/cc1178.htmIt's not as good as real cheese cake from the store, or better yet a home made one, but its impressive for something so lifeless and dead. It has a little bit of a ever so slightly picant taste that develops, or something like that. Hardly noticable, I kind of thought maybe using milk to rehydrate it would help, but I am out. I would say its like 85% of the way there.Also if you make it, after you rehydrate it, refrigerate it for a while IMO
Looking to purchase a cordless stick mixer - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 19, 2022, 02:57:10 am
content: I've never owned one and I've done most of my "bulk chopping/puréeing" in a food processor. It does a great job but is a bit cumbersome to use (and clean), particularly if you want to quickly whizz up a sauce or whatever.I love stick blenders and I've used a couple of different types, all corded however.Does anyone have any recommendations on a cordless model? Something that will last, especially in boiling temperatures and in the dishwasher (for the mixy part). I don't know if replaceable batteries are an option? Even if it's an internal 18650 cell or two; it's a lot better than these custom battery packs.

author: IanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 19, 2022, 03:07:28 am
content: I don't see how it could work. To have enough power it would need a big power tool battery pack, and there is nowhere to put that on a hand-held stick blender. I have a corded stick blender that I like, but the whole body of it is made up of a big, beefy motor. I don't see any space to put a battery.

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 19, 2022, 03:20:59 am
content: Cordless ones are fairly common (on a different topic, I actually just bought a cordless Dremel, which is about the same size as a stick blender, and it's brilliant).I know Kitchen Aid have one, but I don't want to base my decision on brand alone. I'd like to hear from others that have used them.My reason for going cordless is that the place on by bench where I do most of my prep is on an island bench and not near a power outlet. It's in easy reach to everything else though (bowls, cutlery, spatulas etc...). It's also where the cooktop is, so if I wanted to quickly blend a sauce that is on the stove, I can.

author: IanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 19, 2022, 04:51:46 am
content: If you don't have power nearby, that's inconvenient.I just read a Q&A on the KitchenAid cordless variable speed hand blender:Q: "How do you change speeds on this blender?"A: "The speed changes automatically by the ingredients being blended."Would that make you suspect that the motor slows down under heavy loads? It certainly does for me.

author: IanB
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 19, 2022, 05:00:30 am
content: My corded stick blender is a KitchenAid model that works very well. I wondered if you could power something like that off a portable inverter? But my model is rated at 180 W. That would draw 10 A from an 18 V battery pack.

author: PlainName
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 19, 2022, 07:51:49 pm
content: QuoteFinally! An actual use case for uBeam
Yuengling Hershey chocolate porter -- not for everyone - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 10, 2022, 08:17:25 pm
content: I saw it in the store today and was intrigued. Thought it might be to Hershey chocolate about a close as chicken mole is. I was wrong. Not sweet like milk chocolate, but definitely Hershey. People who like Stella Artois might enjoy it as a Holiday beverage.Of course, this product evaluation only applies to people in the Yuengling distribution area.

author: Stray Electron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 10, 2022, 09:05:50 pm
content: Quote from: jpanhalt on November 10, 2022, 08:17:25 pmAnd where is that? Is that the same Yuengling that makes beer/lager?

author: themadhippy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 10, 2022, 09:19:30 pm
content: only 1 chocolatey beer worth drinking,mexicakehttps://www.tempestbrewco.com/item/257/TempestBrewCo/Mexicake-330ml-can.html

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 10, 2022, 11:19:06 pm
content: Quote from: Stray Electron on November 10, 2022, 09:05:50 pmYes, it is the brewery that makes beer and lager by that name. I particularly like its "Golden Pilsner." Yuengling is one of the oldest American breweries. Its home is Philadelphia. Until relatively recently, its distribution was limited to the NE and northern mid-Atlantic states. I believe it is still mostly that area, but not as far West as the Mississippi; although, it is expanding West.https://www.yuengling.com/news/yuengling-begins-westward-expansion-with-distribution-into-texas/Of course, Hershey, PA (a suburb of Harrisburg, PA's capital) is in that area, hence the connection to Hershey chocolates.John
Mushroom Pithivier - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: bd139
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 23, 2022, 01:33:33 pm
content: Didn't notice there was a cooking section. Got lots to add to thisServes 4. Replace meat on your typical British roast dinner with it. Have made this about 4 times. Recipe adapted from something I found.Ingredients* 2 tbsp olive oil* 1/2 onion finely chopped* 1 clove garlic* 400g mushrooms* 150ml white wine* 1 tsp tomato puree* 1 tsp dijon mustard* 1 tbsp fresh sage* 1 tbsp fresh thyme* 2 tbsp creme fraiche* salt and pepper* puff pastry 425g all butter - Jus roll stuff is fine. Don't get the gluten free one by accident as it turns into concrete.* 1 egg beatenMethod* saute onion, garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes* wipe mushrooms and cut into big slices* Add mushrooms to pan and heat until liquid has evaporated* add wine, water, tomato puree and mustard* bring to boil and reduce liquid to a couple of table spoons* Add sage, thyme and creme fraiche and bring to boil to coat the mushrooms.* Season with salt, pepper and allow to cool* Preheat oven to 200oC* Divide the pastry into two.* roll one piece onto 9x9 inch square* cut out 4 circles 4 inches in diameter* cut out 4 circles 4.5 inches in diameter* divide the filling and place on the 4 smaller circles leaving an edge* wet edge with a little water and crimp into pockets with the 4.5 inch pastry on top, making sure no air bubbles are left* mark criss cross pattern on top with blunt knife, egg wash and put in the fridge for 10 minutes* cook in oven for 20 minutes.Notes / serve* 4 portions* Can half everything easily for two* Keeps in fridge well after being made and cooked* Reheat for 2 minutes in microwave and then crisp up for 2-3 mins in oven.

author: sevarre
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 08, 2022, 07:36:06 pm
content: I found this post by searching the word "crimp" via the general forum search, haha. And I am glad I did because this looks amazing and I am going to try and make it!
Chocolate Fudge or Dense Rich Puddings - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: beanflying
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 14, 2022, 01:28:10 am
content: Show us you recipes. Self Saucing Puddings alternate fudge ones everything besides Gateau's and risen Chocolate Cakes which deserve a different thread.These two below were Cafe Staples for me and I haven't made them in a while but it is Mum's Birthday so I ran up a batch of the dark one for us.Really simple one bowl prep either use hot water in a sink or low power microwave to melt the butter (not blended crap!) and cream the sugar and Cocoa (only good quality not mass marketed rubbish) into it until it looks smooth and glossy and well mixed. With the White just a bit more care needed in a microwave but that works well too if you add a few Watts then stir (30% power).Add the two eggs and beat in well until it again looks glossy and homogenous then add the sifted flour. As there is so little flour in it we made these as Gluten free which works great too.8" Square lined tray to cook it in too.Both Recipes bake for around 30 minutes at 140-150C test with a skewer when it just comes out clean you are done for peak Fudgeness. Cool well before cutting from the fridge bring it back to room Temperature and eat sparinglyDARK FUDGE145g Butter250g Raw Sugar65g CocoaTwo Eggs1/2 Cup plain flourWHITE FUDGE115g Butter115g Caster Sugar180g of Nestle Plaistowe White Chocolate (made from actual Cocoa not sugared crap!)Two Eggs1/2 Cup plain flourDust with a little icing sugar, warm for 20-30 seconds in a microwave with a dob of cream or ice-cream and watch the belly grow.

author: T3sl4co1l
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 14, 2022, 03:40:04 am
content: Oooh

author: Caitlin555
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 23, 2022, 01:19:59 pm
content: Ooohh definitely giving these a go!
Provisions for Polynesian Voyages - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: cdev
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 21, 2022, 09:30:42 pm
content: This was written by a distant cousin (according to my grandmother) He also wrote a beautiful coffee table book which someday I hope to own a copy of. "The Hawaiian Canoe". He was actually part Hungarian as am I. His last name was shortened or Angelicized when he came to America. As so many names were. We are all immigrants, almost.https://archive.hokulea.com/ike/canoe_living/holmes_provisioning.htmlThe reason I like this is they were really the most incredible voyagers, setting out to colonize new islands, sort of like I'd imagine a space voyage to be. They approached it that way... The Pacific Ocean was so very big and their outrigger canoes were so very small. They had a technique for celestial navigation which worked very well, pre GPS. Its reputed that Women made the best navigators. Polynesian societies pass this absolutely essential skill on, in some cases, mother to daughter.I am also interested in the Arab dhow, which uses a triangular "lateen" sail and is very pretty and I bet, also fun to sail.

author: free_electron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 22, 2022, 04:45:35 am
content: look up dhoni : maldivian traditional sail ship.