niryuu/sni-each-converted huggingface dataset:
CONTEXT: Bananas are imported unripe and then ripened in the country of sale. This ripening is achieved by forcing ethylene gas through the bananas in special pressurised rooms.Bananas naturally produce ethylene as they ripen, so you could just put them in a sealable plastic bag to contain that gas. Tomatoes also produce ethylene, so you could pop a couple of those in as well, but be aware that they'll also ripen faster too.  <sep>  Q: How can I speed up banana ripening?### A: Bananas naturally produce ethylene as they ripen, so you could just put them in a sealable plastic bag to contain that gas  Q: Do you know of another way? A: Bananas are imported unripe and then ripened in the country of sale. This ripening is achieved by forcing ethylene gas through the bananas in special pressurised rooms  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is the skin color a good indication of ripeness?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Beer Can Chicken has a few tricks to have it turn out amazing as opposed to just average. I always take my thawed chicken and rub it all over inside and out with vegetable oil and pureed garlic (about one large clove). Then I coat the skin with seasonings like salt, pepper, seasoned salt or chicken/poultry seasoning like sage or an \Italian mix; you can use anything the you want. Cajun spice and lemon are also pretty good. The beer has to have some flavour to it, don't use a light beer. Apple ciders (strong bow, perry's pear cider, black thorne) or a white wine/cooking cherry will also do the trick. I use a half a pop/beer can and then stuff the chicken and the bottom tray with onions, red peppers, garlic and celery. The key to crispy skin and moist chicken is low heat on the BBQ, turn one side onto medium heat and put the chicken on the off side with the lid closed for 20 minutes per pound of chicken. Practice makes perfect....chicken.  <sep>  Q: Am I missing something with Beer Can chicken?###Do you have to use a specific beer? A: The beer has to have some flavour to it, don't use a light beer. Apple ciders (strong bow, perry's pear cider, black thorne) or a white wine/cooking cherry will also do the trick  Q: Should I use a sauce also? A: a white wine/cooking cherry will also do the trick  Q: Does it end up juicier than just marinading? A: The key to crispy skin and moist chicken is low heat on the BBQ, turn one side onto medium heat and put the chicken on the off side with the lid closed for 20 minutes per pound of chicken  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Will it cook well in the oven as well?
Output: No
CONTEXT: You might try reducing the cooking heat a little, say on medium heat. That way, the middle will finish cooking without the outside being overcooked. And usually when you flip a pancake it should be almost entirely cooked through anyway. You want to flip when the bubbles are pretty set on the top.  <sep>  Q: How to ensure that the Pancakes get cooked evenly? A: You might try reducing the cooking heat a little, say on medium heat  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: About how long should I wait before flipping?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Caffeine is bitter, tea isn't too bitter because as you mentioned it's only got 40mg of caffeine. If you then triple the amount in there it's going to taste that way. Try adding 3 tea bags to your cup and I'm certain it'll taste just as bitter.Energy drinks have copious amounts of sweeteners added hence why they don't taste like caffeine. If you are hell bent on more caffeine without the associated bitterness but not adding sugar maybe a sweetener like stevia would be the way forward...  <sep>  Q: Why does caffeine taste bitter when added to tea?###Black tea contains about 40 mg of caffeine. When adding 80 mg of caffeine powder, the tea tastes bitter.###Why doesn't caffeine that is already in the tea or in an energy drink taste bitter A: Caffeine is bitter  Q: how should caffeine be added to drinkable fluids so it has no taste? A: If you are hell bent on more caffeine without the associated bitterness but not adding sugar maybe a sweetener like stevia would be the way forward  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: yeah. that might work###any other suggestions you may have
Output: No
CONTEXT: I think this depends on the type of Gorgonzola. A Gorgonzola DolcÃ© has a milder, sweeter, less-blue flavor, so it should probably be served with a milder steak, like a Filet Mignon. A stronger, more traditional Gorgonzola should probably be served with a stronger flavored steak like a Skirt Steak or a Ribeye. If you flip the combinations around, one of the flavors is going to be lost.I'm not familiar enough with Venison or other game to comment on their compatibility with Gorgonzola.  <sep>  Q: I am planing on making Gorgonzola and was wondering what the best cut of meat would be to pair it with? A: A Gorgonzola DolcÃ© has a milder, sweeter, less-blue flavor, so it should probably be served with a milder steak, like a Filet Mignon  Q: Are there any meats I should stay away from? A: A stronger, more traditional Gorgonzola should probably be served with a stronger flavored steak like a Skirt Steak or a Ribeye  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How would a sirloin pair with Gorgonzola?
Output: No
CONTEXT: I always submerged mine in warm water and, bare handed, worked the cap until it came free. The water should dissolve the salt with the help of the mechanical action. That was with glass bottoms and metal tops. You should be able to brute force your full metal shaker with no ill effect as the metal will have a much higher shear strength than the salt that is binding it.  <sep>  Q: Any idea how to get a stuck lid off a salt shaker? A: I always submerged mine in warm water and, bare handed, worked the cap until it came free  Q: How long do I leave it in the warm water? A: The water should dissolve the salt with the help of the mechanical action  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: So will all the salt inside dissolve or only where the lid is stuck?
Output: No
CONTEXT: It won't turn bad, in fact it may make it last longer. You may have madeira-ized it (see below)Madeira wine is known for it's extended "shelf life" after opening because of it's unique process of being heated to as high as 60 degrees C (140 F).You may find that in the Campari some of the sugar may have crystalised. This may slightly affect the flavour, but it most certainly won't make it turn bad.  <sep>  Q: Do unopened bottles of Gin and Campari turn bad in extreme heat? A: You may find that in the Campari some of the sugar may have crystalised  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What about the gin, is that still good?
Output: No
CONTEXT: After creating a new batch using the same process as my first one, but with a different, non-Greek, starter yogurt (which uses a different set and balance of bacteria than the starter I used for my first batch), I found that the texture was the same as my starter yogurt and was without the pithy texture. Therefore, it seems that it is, in fact, the difference in fermentation, which depends on the types of bacteria cultures in a given yogurt that determine the texture of Greek vs non-Greek yogurt.  <sep>  Q: What causes the texture difference between Greek style yogurt and regular yogurt? A: the difference in fermentation, which depends on the types of bacteria cultures in a given yogurt that determine the texture of Greek vs non-Greek yogurt  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What is the advantage of Greek style yogurt over regular yogurt?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Garlic will spoil faster in the fridge actually. I don't know how long it will last in the fridge, but I understand that it lasts longer if you leave it in a cool, dark, dry storage. I believe one reason is that your fridge is generally too humid. In my experience, garlic kept in the fridge is also more likely to develop mould (goes soft, and dark discolouration).I keep mine in a ceramic thing in one of my cupboards. It lasts anywhere from a few weeks to a few months depending on the garlic (probably how long it sat before getting to my kitchen). If you store it like that, garlic that goes "bad" will usually start to sprout (green shoots, will come through the top.  <sep>  Q: Should I store garlic in the fridge or room temperature? A: Garlic will spoil faster in the fridge actually  Q: How long does it take to spoil in the fridge? A: I don't know how long it will last in the fridge, but I understand that it lasts longer if you leave it in a cool, dark, dry storage. I believe one reason is that your fridge is generally too humid  Q: Any other tips for garlic storage? A: I keep mine in a ceramic thing in one of my cupboards. It lasts anywhere from a few weeks to a few months  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How long does the flavor stay fresh after cutting one open
Output: No
CONTEXT: There's no health issue here, the sausages will be cooked enough to be safe. The reason you fry off the sausages first is that you make the casings more edible, get flavor from maillard reactions and browning, and maybe get rid of some of the fat (if you discard the fat that comes out of the sausages that is). I'm thinking that the sausage casings could end up being a bit soggy, however that depends on several factors and you'll probably get a good result. Worst case is you don't eat the sausage casings.  <sep>  Q: Is it okay to slow cook sausage casserole without pan frying the sausages?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I don't endorse beef in the microwave, but that said, the best possible way to cook it is going to be on one of the microwave plates that raise your food off the plate. (the ones that look like the inside of a george foreman grill) You are going to have to play with your power settings a bit to achieve a optimium patty. In mine, it's 2:30 at 40 percent power and 1:30 at full power but depending on wattage, your particular times are going to vary.The trick to having an edible patty come out of the microwave is use low power to achieve the desired temp and then hit it at full power to get the outside done. It will always produce a slimy-er patty than cooking it on a stovetop or in an oven. Make sure that you cover the patty during cooking as it is going to spatter like crazy. You don't want to clean that mess up.If you have access to a toaster oven, you can cook a patty in that in about 15 minutes and you will have a much closer to delicious product.  <sep>  Q: How do I cook a frozen hamburger in the microwave? A: the best possible way to cook it is going to be on one of the microwave plates that raise your food off the plate  Q: Look like what? A: the inside of a george foreman grill  Q: I bought some hamburgers (I mean the meat, not the full sandwich) in vacuum packing and I froze them in the freezer. Can now I cook them in the microwave? A: You are going to have to play with your power settings a bit to achieve a optimium patty  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Should I use Low heat, medium or high?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: There's not really anything easy you can do. Even adding lemon zest or essence isn't really going to help; it'll just give you a lemony but still sweet cake. I suppose theoretically you could add sour things, since that does tend to balance out sweetness, but it's tricky since acid will interact with the leavening. A sour icing, or a sour sauce to serve it with, might be a better bet in that vein.So unfortunately, you'd be best off shopping around for cake mixes that are more the level of sweetness you want. You might be able to use the nutrition facts to help get a sense of how sweet they are before you buy them.  <sep>  Q: Can you tell me how to make a cake mix less sweet? A: There's not really anything easy you can do. Even adding lemon zest or essence isn't really going to help; it'll just give you a lemony but still sweet cake  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Are there any cake mixes that are less sweet out of the box?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: In short, using port as a substitute for red wine will not wreck the dish.Though the flavour is different (and richer) and will make your bolognese taste different as a result, the taste should not be bad. I frequently do this as I am not a red wine drinker, and port keeps far better in an open bottle. I would recommend using slightly less than when using red wine, but this is highly subjective.  <sep>  Q: Will swapping the red wine in my spaghetti bolognese with port wreck the dish? A: using port as a substitute for red wine will not wreck the dish  Q: Should I halve the quantity? A: I would recommend using slightly less than when using red wine  Q: Will it make it too sweet? A: but this is highly subjective  Q: What else should I know about using port? A: the flavour is different (and richer) and will make your bolognese taste different as a result, the taste should not be bad  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Do I need to adjust the cooking time?
Output: No
CONTEXT: The term is not really defined that way. In the strict sense, it only has meaning for lean doughs - made of only flour, water, yeast and salt, eventually preferments or later mixins like seeds. You can extend it to enriched doughs (those that have fat, milk, eggs, tomato juice, etc.) but then it is no longer sharply defined. Calculating the exact content of water (e.g. adding to the calculation 17 g of water for every 100 g of butter) are pretty useless, because the water bound in an emulsion or other kind of colloid doesn't behave the same way as free water when making a dough. So, a dough with 100 g water and 100 g butter will be extremely different from a dough with 117 g of water, and still pretty different from one with 117 g of water and 83 g of oil. So, there is no real formula any more to create an actual percentage. The concept still stays somewhat useful in this case, but you have to "play it by ear". When you are trying to judge how soft a given enriched dough will be, you can start by calculating all the liquid and fat ingredients as if they were "hydration", which gives you a rough guide to compare it to other doughs, and then you have to make it and gain a tactile understanding of how it actually behaves.  <sep>  Q: What counts as "hydration" when figuring Dough Hydration? A: The term is not really defined that way. In the strict sense, it only has meaning for lean doughs  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: So it won't work for an enriched dough?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Mold is growing because there's something for it to consume, the only way to prevent it from happening is to clean your grill more effectively, or carbonize it before the fire goes out. No grill is air-tight, so even though it gets a good heat blast (not enough to sterilize it as you may think), spores will get in from outside. Remember, hot air is less dense, so as the BBQ cools it will draw air in, hence the spores. Once there they thrive in the sheltered and often damp conditions in a closed-up barbecue. I think where you may be going wrong is that you close the valves after cooking. That cuts off the air and kills the fire. I leave all my valves open to keep it as hot as possible after I'm done cooking, and it does a better job of charring all the leftovers.  <sep>  Q: Curious mold growth in a sealled BBQ, how does one avoid it? A: Mold is growing because there's something for it to consume, the only way to prevent it from happening is to clean your grill more effectively, or carbonize it before the fire goes out  Q: How do I carbonize it? A: I leave all my valves open to keep it as hot as possible after I'm done cooking, and it does a better job of charring all the leftovers  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Then do I scrape off the burnt bits?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Almost any normal sorbet recipe will contain a decent amount of sugar, and strawberries are no exception. I'd guess probably 1/2-2/3 cup per pound of strawberries. Use a substitute if you have an aversion - honey, agave, raw cane sugar, whatever you prefer. (Of course, anything liquid is going to contain some water, and cause a bit of ice, but it's still doable.) A sorbet without any extra sugar, even when frozen normally in an ice cream maker, is going to end up with a very icy texture, which will probably keep you from experiencing the flavor as much. The sugar helps soften it.The other common way to soften a sorbet is alcohol. RosÃ© wine (thank you, David Lebovitz) works quite well in a strawberry sorbet. Vodka can be your go-to liquor for any impromptu sorbet with other fruits, since it'll add alcohol without any flavors that clash. Beyond that, either look for recipes, or look for mixed drinks containing the fruit you're using.You might also be having problems simply because your strawberries aren't that great. Did you freeze them, or were they storebought? If you bought the strawberries yourself, you'd know they were decent before freezing, while not all storebought frozen fruit is as flavorful.Finally, it's possible that your frozen strawberries collected some extra water in the form of frost, which then makes your sorbet icier. If there are obvious big chunks you could scrape them off.  <sep>  Q: How can I improve flavor of Sorbet made in Magic Bullet? A: Use a substitute if you have an aversion - honey, agave, raw cane sugar, whatever you prefer  Q: Can I do a strawberry sorbet? A: strawberries are no exception  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Would I use frozen or fresh strawberries for a better result?###So agave would be the best healthy sweetener to add?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Our brains are wired to consider food more palatable if the dedicated taste receptors (one of the six basic tastes) for salt are triggered. And in a non-urban world, salt/sodium is a valuable nutrient; the fact we might have it too readily available in the developed world doesn't change that we would DIE on a zero-sodium diet (mind that animal products like meat aren't zero-sodium, and that herbivores tend to love licking salt where they find it!). So our brains have a good evolutionary reason to like salt.Also, salt actively interferes (negatively) with another basic taste receptor - the receptor for bitterness (which can mean poison both in nature and in the developed world, or at least something we have no use for, eg an alkali). Most aromatic food (think green vegetables or spices) is bitter, and salt both attenuates that perception and balances it making the combined food still desirable for our brain. You end up with an even more palatable food since you can use an aromatic (desirable) and shut out the bitterness (not always desirable) response.Umami is a different basic taste, probably related to the presence of protein (glutamate, inosinate, guanylate... trigger it - these are amino acids or salts thereof, and an indicator of easily-digestible protein presence).  <sep>  Q: Why does salt enhance the flavor of food? A: our brains have a good evolutionary reason to like salt  Q: Does salt contain nutrients? A: salt/sodium is a valuable nutrient; the fact we might have it too readily available in the developed world doesn't change that we would DIE on a zero-sodium diet  Q: Do other animals eat salt? A: herbivores tend to love licking salt where they find it  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Does meat and other animal products contain sodium?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I'd say it depends. If you are dead-set on observing all food safety rules, the pizzas are probably unsafe to eat. But in the real world, it is possible to bend some of those rules and get by unscathed. But you have to be smart about it--not all rules safely bend as far as others.What was on the pizzas? Shrimp? Chicken? Raw sausage? Those things have a pretty short safety window. Cured meats like pepperoni are safer longer (that's why they're cured in the first place).How hot was your kitchen?How long did they sit out?And then of course it comes down also to how long and how hot you're cooking things. You might well be able to kill off germs in things that aren't outright spoiled. Pizza isn't that long-cooking, so there's risk there.Ultimately, you have to be the arbiter of safety. Check the USDA website about food safety and follow every rule if you want to feel certain.  <sep>  Q: Homemade pizza left out overnight, is it safe to eat? A: I'd say it depends. If you are dead-set on observing all food safety rules, the pizzas are probably unsafe to eat  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Will it kill us if we eat it?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: For several years, I've been putting canola in a plastic squeeze spray bottle and using that.I do not recommend 'vegatable' oil, which in the USA is usually 100% soy oil and I have found that it gums up and can leave a difficult to clean residueYes, my system can apply too much and do so unevenly too. just use a paper towel to wipe off ecess and even out.Far cheaper with canola priced at about $5 per US gallon versus 8 oz of generic aerosol spray at $1.99  <sep>  Q: How do I make homemade cooking spray? A: For several years, I've been putting canola in a plastic squeeze spray bottle and using that  Q: Are there alternatives to canola? A: I do not recommend 'vegatable' oil, which in the USA is usually 100% soy oil  Q: Does the spray bottle get gummed up? A: I have found that it gums up and can leave a difficult to clean residue  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How should I clean it?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Traditionally, mozzarella is sold extremely fresh - as in made that day or the day before. If it's held for more than a day or so, it comes packaged in a brine. Most of the American stuff is just too soft to be held for packaging like other shredded cheese in the mega-mart.In the US, being extreme gluttons for convenience, we tend to make do with part-skim shredded mozzarella instead of the good stuff. Slight temperature variations can make the shreds stick together in a globby mass. It's harmless from a safety point of view, and the expiry date can be long after the occurrence of perfectly safe globbiness.Pro-Tip: Put the globby pieces in the freezer for 20 minutes, and then shred it like a block of harder cheese. Upon heating, it will melt (almost) as if the the globbiness had never happened. I have taken advantage of a few good sales that way. Mozzarella will become... ehem... colorful before it becomes unsafe. While this answer is more for mozzerella than for other types of cheese; the last paragraph works for any mega-mart shredded cheese.  <sep>  Q: Why do Unopened shredded cheese gets soggy in the fridge?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: The easiest thing to do is to chop them up, and preserve them in an acidic solution that you allow to ferment a little. Then, just keep it in the fridge as long as you like. Additionally, the onions will become tastier, easier to digest and will have an improved nutritional profile.The acidic solution can be any mixture of water with salt, sugar, vinegar, spices, whey, yogurt, wine, beer, lemon juice, etc...The options are endless. This is called your brine and people have been using this method of preservation for millions of years.As far as storing fresh onions, your best bet is to keep them in the refrigerator's crisper drawer which helps keep vegetables fresher longer.  <sep>  Q: Do you have any advice for storing green onions? A: The easiest thing to do is to chop them up, and preserve them in an acidic solution that you allow to ferment a little. Then, just keep it in the fridge as long as you like  Q: How about if I want to keep them whole? A: As far as storing fresh onions, your best bet is to keep them in the refrigerator's crisper drawer which helps keep vegetables fresher longer  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Any other advice on keeping my green onions ready to eat?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Unless you're straining the soup, I'd assume that the whole vs. cracked isn't going to be helpful in removing them, although I will admit that I can't recall seeing a recipe that called for whole peppercorns that didn't require cracking them.Part of the reason for whole pepercorns is the surface area -- if you crack it, you'll create more surface area, and for the same amount of pepper, there'd be more pepper flavor.It's also possible that there's a difference between the chemicals available in the outer hull of the peppercorn vs. the middle, but I don't know how you'd compare, simply because the cracked pepper would be more overpowering.  <sep>  Q: Why whole peppercorns? A: Part of the reason for whole pepercorns is the surface area  Q: Is there anything else you can tell me about the surface area? A: if you crack it, you'll create more surface area, and for the same amount of pepper, there'd be more pepper flavor  Q: Anything else you can tell me about it? A: It's also possible that there's a difference between the chemicals available in the outer hull of the peppercorn vs. the middle  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Have you ever used a recipe that had whole peppercorns?
Output: No
CONTEXT: I'm afraid you interpret the tables wrong. You aren't destroying calories, you are adding water (=0 cal) to the dry rice. As the rice absorbs the water, you are in fact measuring rice + water for cooked rice.This is true for calorie tables that measure by volume (like here) and by weight.If you are cooking your rice by boiling and straining, you are effectively losing a few calories due to the starch that gets drained with the water, but that's not what you asked here.  <sep>  Q: How to maintain the calories in rice (which were present in it in its raw form) after cooking it? A: f you are cooking your rice by boiling and straining, you are effectively losing a few calories due to the starch that gets drained with the water  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Do you think I can boil rice in soy sauce for flavor and calories?
Output: No
CONTEXT: You are making Gianduja - and if you make chocolates out of it, they're Giandujotti - singular form Giandujotto; The name might help you find sources of information.The tempering process will be basically the same (I've seen sources suggest 2Â°C below temperatures for white chocolate temperatures at all times), but keep in mind that it won't be as melt resistant and as such not particularly good for enrobing.  <sep>  Q: Will liquefied hazelnuts negatively affect the tempering of milk chocolate? A: The tempering process will be basically the same  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: At what stage of tempering can I add the liquefied hazelnuts
Output: No
CONTEXT: Agree that planted herbs are great but you say you've tried that. I kill about 1/4 to 1/2 what I plant, but those that live thrive and get bigger. After a big push just over a year ago I have an endless supply of thyme, rosemary, lemon balm and a dozen sage varieties. I do think it helps if you use them sparingly in their first season so they can get established. I don't know where you live, but if in a city or anywhere near a foreign enclave you might find herbs at an Asian market or other international market much cheaper. It's $4-6 for tiny plastic container of cilantro or mint at my local grocery, for instance, but at the Vietnamese and Chinese markets it's usually 0.50 - $1.25 for a big bunch.To make any leafy green herb last longer in the short term wrap them in a wet paper towel and put that in a plastic bag.You can freeze what you don't use in small ice cube trays for easy serving / use later. I especially like this for basil and mint. You can also buy pre-frozen herbs. You can also dry them - air dry upside down, accelerate by drying them in the oven on low (very low) or use a food dehydrator.  <sep>  Q: How to (cheaply) maintain a plentiful herb supply?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Propane and butane are pure alkanes. They don't produce anything nasty when burned. The worst you could possibly get should be carbon monoxide (and I am not even sure it can be produced in a torch, the dioxide ifs much more likely), but it being a gas, it won't stick to your food. The complex molecules you get from heating the food itself have more potential for being harmful than the combustion products of a propane butane torch. Ago yes, it is food safe. Another matter of safety is that it is easier to cause a fire with a hardware store torch, because it has more power than the kitchen ones. But a sensible adult should be able to handle the thing safely.  <sep>  Q: Is it safe to use a propane torch bought at a Hardware store? A: Propane and butane are pure alkanes. They don't produce anything nasty when burned  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What do they produce then?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Bleach is your best bet. Scrub it with a long-handled scrub brush and either liquid bleach or Ajax and water. Let it soak a bit before rinsing it out. Since it's stainless steel, the bleach won't do it any harm and will kill off any organics growing on it.In my experience, the pink stuff is a mold, not flouride.  <sep>  Q: Any suggestions on how to clean my dish rack? A: Scrub it with a long-handled scrub brush and either liquid bleach or Ajax and water  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Will the Ajax scratch the stainless steel?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Wood for culinary uses should be oiled with food grade vegetable oilThe olive oil from you pizza dough should be enough to keep it fine for many yearsWhen not being used, make sure it is stored some where dark, dry, and not too warm. Make sure it is 100% clean and dry before you put it away  <sep>  Q: How do you protect a pizza peel made out of wood?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: The rubber stoppers I have are in fact part of the nest. After speaking with a rep, they are there to actually help stop the issue I am having. However, mine feel like they are taking away traction because they easily slip on and off, as apposed to add to it, so they are sending me a new set. It is possible that they are stretched, since it is a floor model. They are also very dusty inside, so cleaning them out would also probably help the traction, however I am going to wait till I receive a new set.For the time being, having the stoppers off makes it so it won't fall out. It still tips if I physically push with the lid a bit, however it no longer feels like it will fall out. Especially once I added all the parts inside to help weigh it down.Hope this helps anyone else who has a similar issue.  <sep>  Q: Why does my kamado ceramic grill fall out of it's stand when I open it? A: The rubber stoppers I have are in fact part of the nest  Q: Would removing these stoppers scratch up the egg? A: They are also very dusty inside, so cleaning them out would also probably help the traction, however I am going to wait till I receive a new set  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Will I be sent a new set of rubber protectors?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I use two types of cutting boards: wood and [soft] plastic. The plastic is for meat, or anything that could ruin a wood cutting board. Wood is for everything else. If you can afford it, try to get an end-grain wood cutting board.Bamboo is a popular choice right now (it's affordable and sustainable), but I don't have any personal experience with it.Most other materials, especially glass, will ruin your knives.  <sep>  Q: What are some general tips on purchasing and using a cutting board? A: The plastic is for meat, or anything that could ruin a wood cutting board. Wood is for everything else. If you can afford it, try to get an end-grain wood cutting board  Q: Which type is easier to clean? A: Bamboo is a popular choice right now (it's affordable and sustainable), but I don't have any personal experience with it  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How much does an adequate cutting board cost?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Yes, you can freeze parmesan cheese. Even without freezing, Parmesan is very durable since the low water and high salt content prevents mould from growing. The younger varieties may be more prone to mould growth (having a higher water content), but I've kept ripe Parmesan (30-36 months) for at least a year in the fridge without problems (and it would probably have stayed good much longer). Just remember to keep it wrapped in paper, not in a sealed plastic container to prevent a buildup of condensation.  <sep>  Q: Can I freeze Parmesan? A: you can freeze parmesan cheese  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How long can I keep it for?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Rose petals are edible. If you look for rose petal recipes, you will find many creative uses of them, including rice pudding with roses - so your pudding intuition was correct. During colonial American times they were considered a treat. You can candy rose petals with egg whites and sugar - typical cautions about appropriate raw egg white useage applies.Before using your rose petals in culinary applications, make sure to remember what chemicals you used on them. If they've been sprayed with pesticides, you don't want to be eating them.  <sep>  Q: How can I use roses in cooking? A: Rose petals are edible. If you look for rose petal recipes, you will find many creative uses of them  Q: What do the rose petals taste like? A: You can candy rose petals with egg whites and sugar - typical cautions about appropriate raw egg white useage applies  Q: Are rose petals best used in desserts? A: you will find many creative uses of them, including rice pudding with roses  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is rose water used in some recipes?
Output: No
CONTEXT: For what it's worth, I read once that you should briefly soak seitan in a bowl, covered in boiled water, to soften it up before using it. I have tried this, and it really does make a difference in the final texture. I typically cut it into cubes, soak it for about 10-15 minutes, then drain it and proceeded as normal for the recipe.  <sep>  Q: How to keep baked seitan from being too tough?### A: For what it's worth, I read once that you should briefly soak seitan in a bowl, covered in boiled water, to soften it up before using it  Q: how to make soft? A: I typically cut it into cubes, soak it for about 10-15 minutes  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: do you cook it often?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: You can but the result will be much thicker than that with the whole milk, and they won't taste as good due to the reduction of fat. You could add some oil or other fat to make up the diffrence, although that will most likely change the taste as well.  <sep>  Q: Substituting skim milk for whole milk in a caramel recipe A: You can but the result will be much thicker than that with the whole milk  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: do you have any other tips?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I use two types of cutting boards: wood and [soft] plastic. The plastic is for meat, or anything that could ruin a wood cutting board. Wood is for everything else. If you can afford it, try to get an end-grain wood cutting board.Bamboo is a popular choice right now (it's affordable and sustainable), but I don't have any personal experience with it.Most other materials, especially glass, will ruin your knives.  <sep>  Q: Cutting boards: What are some general tips on purchasing and using a cutting board? A: I use two types of cutting boards: wood and [soft] plastic  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Which one is better for food safety?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: If I have to cook for a big group, 9 times out of 10, I go for scampi.But if you use scampi as the second course, I'm not sure what to serve it with.(I make it as an entree). Rice or bread, I'd say. I've never tried it with baked potatoes, but maybe it could work; or other options of course.But I don't know if two times fish (in a broad meaning) works for you.You can also make your meat in advance (stewing, ragout (of chicken, in vol-au-vent), meatballs) so you just need to warm it.Edit: Oops, I just saw that this is an old question...  <sep>  Q: I need help to plan a Menu: 10 people, dinner with lovely friends at home A: If I have to cook for a big group, 9 times out of 10, I go for scampi.But if you use scampi as the second course, I'm not sure what to serve it with  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What else could I serve?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: For short term freezing they should be just fine as far as texture and taste are concerned. Just make sure you avoid freezer burn by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and then either aluminum foil or a freezer bag. If you store them more than a few months then they will start to degrade.  <sep>  Q: Do turkey slices thaw out ok in terms of texture and taste? A: For short term freezing they should be just fine as far as texture and taste are concerned  Q: Would it be ok if I got a 3 pound bag and defrosted 1 pound of it a week for lunches? A: Just make sure you avoid freezer burn by wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and then either aluminum foil or a freezer bag  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Does wrapping them in foil and plastic wrap help the turkey not be soggy when it's defrosted?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Honestly, all three of those will crisp up very quickly, and just about any ratio will produce a crispy end product. The blend may be for textural reasons; potato starch is typically very fine and produces a tempura-like shell, while rice flour can have little bits of individual rice grains which produces a "chunkier" texture.I probably wouldn't try to use pure starch as it will brown and burn very easily, but you probably don't even need all three ingredients. Personally, I'd start with a 50/50 blend of potato starch and rice flour and adjust from there. You could use tapioca starch instead of potato if it's easier for you to find locally, but definitely keep rice flour in the mix.  <sep>  Q: Any ideas what ratio of flour, potato startch and rice flour would be optimal for getting a crispy wing? A: Honestly, all three of those will crisp up very quickly, and just about any ratio will produce a crispy end product  Q: What else helps with creating a crispy wing? A: potato starch is typically very fine and produces a tempura-like shell, while rice flour can have little bits of individual rice grains which produces a "chunkier" texture  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is there any other advice you can give me for creating a crispy wing?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: It sounds like the one you got may not have been of good quality. I don't remember them being terribly expensive ($40?), so I'd take yours back. If you get a good one, it should last you for years and years, so don't be afraid to invest a little. Your new one should NOT be splintering. And don't put your new one in the dishwasher.  <sep>  Q: how do I clean it? A: don't put your new one in the dishwasher  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: will I get splinters?
Output: No
CONTEXT: I understand that sugar (and by extension jaggery) helps yeast multiply at a very fast paceThis is only partly true. Yeast is a living organism and can only live under certain conditions, including a certain osmotic pressure. If you start from pure bread dough, then adding a bit of sugar to the dough (or to the preferment) can make it rise faster. But adding sugar in quantities sufficient to make the bread taste sweet will slow down the yeast growth, as opposed to making it quicker. There is even an upper limit for how much sugar you can add per 100 g of flour, and it's not recommended to use recipes which prescribe more, as they turn out poorly. So I wouldn't change the amount of yeast, unless you make the empirical observation that your yeast is overfed (recognizable by speed of raising and the changed smell).  <sep>  Q: Sugar and yeast proportion while making sweet bread A: If you start from pure bread dough, then adding a bit of sugar to the dough (or to the preferment) can make it rise faster  Q: Should I decrease the amount of yeast used? A: There is even an upper limit for how much sugar you can add per 100 g of flour, and it's not recommended to use recipes which prescribe more  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: s there a rule or ratio by which I must decrease the yeast for every unit of sugar added?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Vegetables don't ripen. Carrots, potatoes, leafy greens, etc...They will get bigger of course and some veggies will get more bitter or woody with age. Greens will get bitter.Generally speaking veggies are better young. Carrots are particularly sweet and tender when young. Potatoes are also perfectly fine at any size.The possible exceptions would be the fruits that are labelled vegetables for cooking purposes like some squashes and tomatoes. These do need to be ripe and whether they can be ripened after picking will depend on the plant.  <sep>  Q: Do vegetables ripen like fruit? A: Vegetables don't ripen  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is the growing of a vegetable different from a fruit's?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: During blending, air is put into the milk mixture. Once you switch it off, not all air is kept inside the milk but makes it's way to the surface. These are the bubbles that make you think your milk is fizzy.Without being a chemist I assume full fat milk has more fat, therefore the emulsion is somewhat "thicker" and thus can hold the air better. There are also bubbles with full fat milk, but less than with skimmed milk. Sort of.  <sep>  Q: Why is the skimmed milk fizzy?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I've only heard of massaging kale. If you rub the greens together they get softer, darker and more tender and useable in a salad. Never done it with anything else. Wilted is steamed or blanched greens. Wilting definitely changes the texture and can make the greens more palatable and less bitter. I won't eat raw collards. I also always salt and squeeze my cooked spinach before using as it knocks out the bitterness.  <sep>  Q: What is the difference between a wilted salad and a massaged salad? A: Wilting definitely changes the texture and can make the greens more palatable and less bitter  Q: As many wilted salad recipes call for warm dressing, does this mean the wilted salad will lend itself better toward cooked ingredients compared to massaged or raw greens? A: an make the greens more palatable and less bitter  Q: Does wilting the greens in the salad have any particular impact on the texture? A: Wilting definitely changes the texture  Q: What is a massaged salad? A: you rub the greens together they get softer, darker and more tender and useable in a salad  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is that salad typically served witha specific type of dressing?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Don't RinseYou should not need to do more than shake the excess marinade from your chicken, or if you want to be very thorough, pat it down with towels lightly.If you rinsed, you would be washing away from of the flavor developed by your marinade, and the seasoning at the surface of the chicken.Cook onThe goal is to not put the chicken on the grill with so much left over marinade that it fails to cook through and dry. By the time you are done grilling, the chicken should be essentially dry at the surface with nothing left to curdle.The other goal of the grilling (or putting in the tandoor, I imagine, if you have one) is to develop the nice browned and delicious flavors, and that won't happen if there is still liquid yogurt on the surface.Type of yogurtThe particular type of yogurt you use should not be a factor, since it should be fully cooked in the grilling phase.However, in general, very high fat dairly products (like cream, or a yogurt made from full cream).  <sep>  Q: Do you rinse meat after marinating it in yogurt? A: If you rinsed, you would be washing away from of the flavor developed by your marinade, and the seasoning at the surface of the chicken  Q: How do you prevent the yogurt from curdling when you cook the meat? A: The goal is to not put the chicken on the grill with so much left over marinade that it fails to cook through and dry  Q: Is there a type of yogurt that works best for marinades? A: The particular type of yogurt you use should not be a factor, since it should be fully cooked in the grilling phase  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What about all of the yogurt dripping off when you grill the meat?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Both will do the job of greasing a pan but there are some differences. One of the big differences is that butter will add a very desirable flavor to whatever you are cookingâwhich especially complements sweet baked goods.Shortening is pure fat whereas butter is only about 80% fat by weight. Butter may bring additional flavor to your recipe (even by greasing the pan) but it also adds some water which may not be wanted.One final difference is that butter burns/browns more easily than shortening.  <sep>  Q: What's the difference between greasing a pan with butter vs. with shortening? A: Both will do the job of greasing a pan but there are some differences. One of the big differences is that butter will add a very desirable flavor to whatever you are cookin  Q: What's the difference between butter and shortening? A: Shortening is pure fat whereas butter is only about 80% fat by weight. Butter may bring additional flavor to your recipe (even by greasing the pan) but it also adds some water which may not be wanted  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is there a downside to using butter?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I would use any uncolored brandy made from distilled fruit. Himbeergeist, sliwowitz, or what you can lay your hands on. Kirsch doesn't taste much like cherries, and I suspect that it functions more as a solvent for some of the aroma in the spices than for adding its own taste. Even though it does contribute a bit, the taste will be subtle, and other slight fruity notes from a different fruit brandy will blend with the heavy spices just as well. In a pinch, you could use a colored brandy too, like Chantre. But it will add more of its own flavor, and while it can make a good combination, it will be further from the original than a random obstwasser. I would avoid any liqueurs, they will add way too much foreign taste, and also won't have enough alcohol to solve the spices in the same way.  <sep>  Q: What can I substitute for Kirsch in Leckerli (Basel Lackerli) cookies? A: I would use any uncolored brandy made from distilled fruit. Himbeergeist, sliwowitz, or what you can lay your hands on  Q: Do you think any cherry liquer would work okay? A: I would avoid any liqueurs, they will add way too much foreign taste, and also won't have enough alcohol to solve the spices in the same way  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Or do you think cherry brandy would be a better substitute?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Use part of the shell you just cracked to scoop it up; it will attract the broken bit.Also, if you frequently end up with bits of shell in your eggs, you should revise your cracking technique. Eggs should be cracked on a flat surface (countertop or plate) not a sharper surface like the edge of a bowl.  <sep>  Q: How to remove bits of egg shell from a cracked egg? A: Use part of the shell you just cracked to scoop it up; it will attract the broken bit  Q: Perhaps there's a method with steam or water to remove shell bits? A: if you frequently end up with bits of shell in your eggs, you should revise your cracking technique  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: And which cracking technique do you advise?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: It sounds like the one you got may not have been of good quality. I don't remember them being terribly expensive ($40?), so I'd take yours back. If you get a good one, it should last you for years and years, so don't be afraid to invest a little. Your new one should NOT be splintering. And don't put your new one in the dishwasher.  <sep>  Q: Why is my bamboo cutting board shedding splinters? A: It sounds like the one you got may not have been of good quality  Q: Is there a way to clean them off? A: don't put your new one in the dishwasher  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How should I clean it?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Ripening of the avocado is slowed down greatly by refrigeration, so it is usually a good idea to let the avocado ripen fully at room temperature. Once it is ripe, it can be stored in the refrigerator for at least a week. This way, it is ready to use whenever you want it. Fortunately, there is a day or two when the avocado is ripe, but not too ripe, so if you check on it everyday when ripening, you will be able to save it at the correct ripeness without worrying about it too much.Putting an unripened avocado in the refrigerator may prevent it from ever ripening completely. Once cooled to near freezing (40F in most refrigerators), it seems that some avocados (maybe it depends on the type) don't ripen anymore, even when removed to room temperature.  <sep>  Q: Will avocado stay fresh longer if stored in the refrigerator? A: Once it is ripe, it can be stored in the refrigerator for at least a week  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Can it be opened and stored?
Output: No