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CONTEXT: There's two things you really need to control, the moisture of the surface of the beef and the heat / fat content of the pan. Always pat beef down with a paper kitchen towel (or whatever else you use) prior to seasoning it and searing it. It will sear considerably faster if you do this, which results in you having less time per batch for the fonde to burn. The second thing you have to do is keep an eye on when your pan gets back up to temperature after you put your next batch in, and quite possibly lower the heat a bit (and even perhaps add a tiny bit more fat). But there's also the possibility that 3 large batches is just going to be quite difficult using one pan, so you could use two pans, or deglaze the pan after the second batch and save it (not ideal, but better than losing all that flavor).I've never done more than two large pan fulls in a single go (I'd probably use a griddle that sits over 2 burners instead, if I had that much to sear).  <sep>  Q: Searing boeuf bourguignon###What is the best technique for searing several pans full of beef without burning it? A: There's two things you really need to control, the moisture of the surface of the beef and the heat / fat content of the pan  Q: O.K, thank you. What is the best way to control moisture loss? A: Always pat beef down with a paper kitchen towel (or whatever else you use) prior to seasoning it and searing it  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is it better to use the oven after searing it?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Yes, you can definitely use UHT milk in bread. UHT is not usable for some applications, because its proteins have been changed by the heat. But in bread, you don't need the proteins from the milk. Bread recipes include milk to make the dough richer, so it is mostly the fat content that matters. Using UHT won't change anything in the dough structure. I even think that the usual unpleasant taste won't be noticeable, but I am not so sure about that. Still, it gets diluted a lot in dough, so if you can drink UHT as-is, you shouldn't have a problem with the bread taste.  <sep>  Q: Can I bake bread with long-life milk? A:   <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Do I need to tweak it at all?
Output: Yes
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: How long does garlic last with the skin still on it?
Output: No
CONTEXT: I've never used bhut jolokias but I love spicy vegetable oil. DO NOT just throw the peppers in a jar of oil. Apparently this is bad. Follow the much more helpful links in the comments that follow this and make the oil properly.Once you do this you can cook pretty much anything that needs a little (or a lot) of extra heat. You said you have other peppers so it might be interesting to set up a few jars with different pepper combos.Bonus: if what I've heard of these peppers is correct, you can probably make a low grade mace this way.If you're looking for something to do right away, I'd mix a very small piece in some melty cheese and throw it on some chips, burritos, pizza, or anything really. Spicy cheese rocks.Good luck and enjoy.  <sep>  Q: What can I do with Bhut Jolokia's? A: Follow the much more helpful links in the comments that follow this and make the oil properly  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I'm growing some Bhut Jolokia's (world hottest pepper aka ghost pepper) amongst other hot peppers.###Do you have any recommendations what I can do with them?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Traditional goulash is a stew/soup, usually using a cheaper cut of meat suited to slow cooking. It usually contains potatoes and other vegetables, as well as noodles. A true stroganoff consists of paprika-dusted fillet steak quickly pan fried with mushrooms and onions in a sour cream and brandy sauce. It is usually served with rice.I understand that in the US stroganoff can also refer to a stew made with similar ingredients as the traditional dish, and is served with noodles. This, coupled with the shared use of paprika, is evidently where the line blurs.  <sep>  Q: What's the difference between stroganoff and goulash?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: In most wheat-based recipes, gluten strands are formed while you work the dough. If you don't rest the dough, rolling can be more difficult and you may get a tougher texture in the final product.Additionally, refrigerating the dough up to a certain point will firm up the fats in the recipe (butter, etc), which will make the dough less mushy and will making rolling out the dough evenly a bit easier. Unless the dough is so firm it becomes brittle, refrigeration will make the dough less fragile in most cases.Perhaps less important, the moisture levels may become a bit more consistent throughout the dough as well.  <sep>  Q: Why should I rest gingerbread dough? A: In most wheat-based recipes, gluten strands are formed while you work the dough. If you don't rest the dough, rolling can be more difficult and you may get a tougher texture in the final product  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How long should I let it rest?
Output: No
CONTEXT: In my experience, rice can be cooked in any pot. I cook quite a lot of Japanese style dishes, and as far as I can tell the rice is cooked in the same way as any other.For myself, I've done it in good "induction-able" steel pots, as well as huge (navy galley) aluminium pots, and a couple of low-quality stainless steel things too. They're all fine.Normally, as soon as the pot is at/near boiling, turn the heat down to a low setting and leave it in the pot until it's ready. Then take it off the heat, but leave it covered (don't peek) for another five minutes.Generally, once you've added the water, you put the lid on. You only start the timer when it's boiled and you turn it down, though. That's probably why a glass lid is better, so you can see the boiling. It's not critical to the process, though.  <sep>  Q: Do I need a specific pot to cook Japanese-style rice? A: In my experience, rice can be cooked in any pot  Q: So, from my understanding, there's like a minimum wait time when boiling, and then you pretty much just leave the lid on for a certain amount of time for it to cook. Am I doing something wrong? A: Normally, as soon as the pot is at/near boiling, turn the heat down to a low setting and leave it in the pot until it's ready  Q: What should be the total recommend cooking time for the rice? A: You only start the timer when it's boiled and you turn it down  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I also used Nishiki short-grained rice when I did mine, is that a good choice?
Output: No
CONTEXT: I have used excess ginger by candying it- I boil it for about twenty minutes in a simple syrup, when I take the ginger out of the syrup I place it on a cooling grate and let it cool completely. I then roll each individual piece in turbinado sugar(I have used white sugar too.) To store I place it in a plastic bag with a little extra sugar to prevent the pieces from sticking to each other. I also keep the syrup tightly sealed in the freezer, the syrup is great for cocktails, or as a remedy for an upset stomach. I have also peeled leftover ginger and stored it in a tightly sealed container inside my freezer. This is convienent because when you need ginger, you can easily grate the frozen ginger for your recipe. Generally you can store it frozen for at least a good three months. Hope this helps.  <sep>  Q: What to do with ginger leftover from ginger ale production? A: I have used excess ginger by candying  Q: So, there is usage for those leftovers, how? A: I boil it for about twenty minutes in a simple syrup, when I take the ginger out of the syrup I place it on a cooling grate and let it cool completely  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What portions of each do you do, when cooking syrup and ginger pulp?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Cincinnati Chili often has cardamom, along with cinnamon and cocoa. Cardamom is used in savory and sweet foods all over the world, not just in India. If you have reason to want to try this particular recipe, then try the recipe as written. There are thousands of beloved recipes for all kinds of chili. There is no reason to say, "That one looks good, I'll do it just like that but omit a certain ingredient 'cause it makes me nervous." Your friend's advice is a bit odd to me because Garam Masala usually contains cardamom (sometimes black, green and brown)My advice is to either try the recipe as written, or find another with which you're more comfortable.Or come up with your own. There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to chili.BTW, I love cardamom in savory. I make a Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup (Pho) that I crave if I haven't had it for a while. It wouldn't be right without cardamom.  <sep>  Q: Is it a good idea to use cardamom in chili?###I am preparing a chili for a contest. The recipe calls for cardamom (along with chili powder and cumin). I have never cooked with it before.### From my research, it seems this spice is used more commonly with Indian cuisine. I do love Indian food. In fact, a good Indian friend at work tells me he does use cardamom, but most usually for sweets. A: Cincinnati Chili often has cardamom, along with cinnamon and cocoa. Cardamom is used in savory and sweet foods all over the world, not just in India  Q: But I wonder if the combination of cardamom and chili powder (and possibly cloves) will make my beef chili work.### Has anyone used this spice for anything other than sweets? A: I love cardamom in savory. I make a Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup (Pho) that I crave if I haven't had it for a while. It wouldn't be right without cardamom  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: any other suggestions for me
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Great pictures: those are so clearly areas of oil/fat which have separated from the main nutella emulsion. Carefully gouge one out and smear it around or put it onto a heated surface & see if it doesn't melt immediately. See if they go right back into the mixture if you stir a little portion together. I wager you can convince yourself this nutella is right edible.  <sep>  Q: What are these white 'bits' in my nutella A: those are so clearly areas of oil/fat which have separated from the main nutella emulsion  Q: Do the white bits indicate that it's unsafe to eat? A: I wager you can convince yourself this nutella is right edible.  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Would you eat it with these white bits?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Generally speaking, maple syrup will work fine in any recipe that calls for honey. They may have slightly different viscosities and water content, but that could be true between two honeys as well, so I wouldn't worry about it a lot. The only thing I think you really have to consider is whether the flavor of maple syrup is appealing in the dish you would substitute it in. In most cases, I think it will be fine, especially if the dish would have worked well with a dark, fully flavored honey. You might also like to try sorghum syrup, molasses, or agave nectar as other possible replacements.  <sep>  Q: Can I replace honey with maple syrup in recipes that require honey? A: Generally speaking, maple syrup will work fine in any recipe that calls for honey  Q: Can I use it in Honey Shortbread Biscuits? A: The only thing I think you really have to consider is whether the flavor of maple syrup is appealing in the dish you would substitute it in  Q: I wonder if a pear and almond tart would taste OK with maple syrup? A: think it will be fine, especially if the dish would have worked well with a dark, fully flavored honey  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I wonder how chocolate chip cookies would taste with maple syrup?
Output: No
CONTEXT: No, bartenders do not shake carbonated beverages. I was a bartender for years and I have never known this to happen or be part of a recipe. The carbonated sodas are always put on the top of the glass after pouring. The foam comes from the sugar or egg whites in the sweet n sour mix. You can find that recipe on line. Here is one that is overly complicated, bars rarely (never to my knowledge) use fresh lemon or lime juice. However a good bar uses separate lemon & lime mix for different drinks, or they used to anyway. I personally use limeade or lemonade at home. You can use one of the other or mix them together. Throw that in a shaker & you will get some foam, it works in my blender.  <sep>  Q: Carbonated drinks in cocktail shakers, any ideas ? A: bartenders do not shake carbonated beverages  Q: So do you shake everything else and mix the carbonated beverage? A: The carbonated sodas are always put on the top of the glass after pouring  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Will adding this last cut the foam from a shaken drink?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Just an idea... I've had problems making foam because of hard/basic tap water (a lot of chalk in the water) - making frape though, not garlic foam:) Foam will more easily form in soft water as you can easily test with a piece of soap. If you have hard tap water you could try using boiled water (some of the chalk in the water will react and leave a residue on the bottom of the pot) or bottled water with pH 7 (neutral). Another idea would be to add just enough acid for neutralisation but I imagine that could be a bit tricky and you'd risk the milk curdling so I wouldn't recommend it.  <sep>  Q: Why was there not enough foam in my garlic foam with soy lecithin? A: Just an idea... I've had problems making foam because of hard/basic tap water (a lot of chalk in the water) - making frape though, not garlic foam  Q: This was my first attempt at making a foam using soy lecithin do you think that will help? A: If you have hard tap water you could try using boiled water (some of the chalk in the water will react and leave a residue on the bottom of the pot) or bottled water with pH 7 (neutral  Q: I used an immersion blender do you think that made a difference? A: Another idea would be to add just enough acid for neutralisation but I imagine that could be a bit tricky and you'd risk the milk curdling so I wouldn't recommend it  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: For now, I put the foamy mixture in the fridge, is there a way to salvage and get more foam?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Leaving any sort of sugar confection in the fridge (as it will out of the fridge also, but to a lesser extent) will soften the sugar after a prolonged period due to the moisture in the air. However, putting it in the fridge for a short period of time will simply speed up the cooling process as you put in your question.  <sep>  Q: Can I cool my toffee in the fridge? A: Leaving any sort of sugar confection in the fridge (as it will out of the fridge also, but to a lesser extent) will soften the sugar after a prolonged period due to the moisture in the air  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is there any other way that can help cool toffee faster ?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Both crispy and caramelized onions are cooked for a long time, and will be very brown. However, they are cooked slightly differently.Caramelized onions are usually cross-cut on the onion to release its moisture, and then cooked over very low heat in a crowded pan, stirring infrequently, so that they gradually release their sugars and liquid and it turns to caramel. Depending on the onions and desired result, you may even cover them, an add a little liquid and/or sugar. The end result is very soft and very sweet.Arabic-style crispy onions are cut pole-to-pole in order to avoid rupturing cells in the onions. They are then fried over medium heat in an uncrowded pan, stirring regularly. This lets them dry out and become brown and crispy, even burning on thin ends. These onions should be a mix of crispy and chewy, and more savory than sweet.  <sep>  Q: What is the difference between caramelized onions and "crispy onions"? A: Both crispy and caramelized onions are cooked for a long time, and will be very brown  Q: What is the difference in preparation between caramelized onions and crispy onions? A: Caramelized onions are usually cross-cut on the onion to release its moisture, and then cooked over very low heat in a crowded pan  Q: What is the difference in flavor between caramelized and "crispy" onions? A: Depending on the onions and desired result, you may even cover them, an add a little liquid and/or sugar. The end result is very soft and very sweet  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is there a difference in texture?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Yes, you should store them in a air-tight jar, and the best is to store the jar in a cool place in the house. The fridge is to moist for storing cupcakes. You can store them in the jar for about 3-4 days, but they won't taste fresh any more. So I would suggest if you want to store them longer then 1 or maybe 2 days, freeze them right after they cooled down from baking. If you use a topping, you can top your cupcakes when they are thawed.  <sep>  Q: Do you have any advice on how best to store cupcakes? A: you should store them in a air-tight jar  Q: Would that be in the fridge or at room temp? A: store the jar in a cool place in the house. The fridge is to moist for storing cupcakes  Q: How long do you think they'd stay fresh if I follow your advice? A: I would suggest if you want to store them longer then 1 or maybe 2 days, freeze them right after they cooled down from baking  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Should I freeze them before or after frosting them?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Generally speaking, frying gives a better crust due to the higher direct heat producing more Maillard flavours. A good, heavy, screaming hot pan is required. Oil the steak, not the pan, with vegetable or groundnut oil (olive oil will burn), and baste with butter towards the end for extra flavour.If your steak is thick, you might try a reverse sear - roast the steak at about 150Â°C until the centre is 10Â°C off your desired doneness level (if you don't have a digital probe thermometer, invest the small amount they cost, it is completely worth it), then sear the outside on your mega hot pan. This avoids you having to overdo the outside just to get the inside right.  <sep>  Q: Is it better to fry or grill a steak? A: Generally speaking, frying gives a better crust due to the higher direct heat producing more Maillard flavours  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I have usually grilled so it is not cooking in the juices and I thought might be healthier?
Output: No
CONTEXT: What you're describing is something that I'd consider normal in a cookie. Some cookies are more cake-like, some are chewy, some are crunchy, some are flatter than others - but they're all good. Almost any factor - from the type of fat, to the type of liquid, to the leavener, to the temperature of both the oven and the dough can affect the cookie's texture. I'd make two recommendations if you want your cookie less flat: 1) chill the dough for a few hours, or overnight. Then, form them and get them into the oven quickly, while the dough is stone cold. 2) Try a different recipe. Do a visual internet search for the type of cookie that you're after. Good recipes are hard to find, and sometimes you have to kiss a few frogs...  <sep>  Q: Why aren't my chocolate chip cookies coming out the way I'd like them? A: Almost any factor - from the type of fat, to the type of liquid, to the leavener, to the temperature of both the oven and the dough can affect the cookie's texture  Q: I'm making chocolate chip cookies. Am I doing something wrong if my cookies look flat on top, and soft, and brown on the bottom? A: What you're describing is something that I'd consider normal in a cookie. Some cookies are more cake-like, some are chewy, some are crunchy, some are flatter than others - but they're all good  Q: They're soft on top and are crunchier at the bottom. They taste fully cooked and good, but not exactly like cookies should right? A: if you want your cookie less flat: 1) chill the dough for a few hours, or overnight. Then, form them and get them into the oven quickly, while the dough is stone cold. 2) Try a different recipe  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: So you don't think I cooked them wrong?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Can't comment on the nutritional side of things, but the main reason I can think of for not always including it is that it has a slightly different flavour. A much more intense lemon flavour is provided by the zest while the juice has the more tart elements (and of course water).If you're just interested in avoiding waste, you can freeze the zest.  <sep>  Q: Are there any reasons not to include the zest when citrus juice is an ingredient? A: Can't comment on the nutritional side of things, but the main reason I can think of for not always including it is that it has a slightly different flavour  Q: What can I do to avoid so much waste? A: If you're just interested in avoiding waste, you can freeze the zest  Q: Good idea. Any other suggestions? A: A much more intense lemon flavour is provided by the zest while the juice has the more tart elements (and of course water  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What types of things do you put zest in?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Yes it should - sort of. Your observation is right on point, a very rich dough will tear more easily. (I did the same experiment once myself.) But it will still show some characteristics of the windowpane test: it will stretch smoothly and the "pane" should be very even, not show streaks of thicker and thinner areas. Note that the temperature of your dough and thus the consistency of your fat may have an influence as well. While warm doughs with soft fat will be very stretchy, cool doughs (made with cold ingredients and little yeast for an overnight cold raise) can be less cooperative.If you are familiar with how a "ready" non-enriched dough looks that passes the windowpane test, you will probably recognise the same smoothness in an enriched dough anyway, without performing the test. For this specific recipe, I guess it's the very low hydration that makes the windowpane test difficult and the dough prone to tearing, not the fat.  <sep>  Q: Should enriched doughs pass the windowpane test? A: it will still show some characteristics of the windowpane test: it will stretch smoothly and the "pane" should be very even  Q: My first attempt didn't, how do I get it to pass this test? A: the temperature of your dough and thus the consistency of your fat may have an influence  Q: What temperature should my dough be at? A: warm doughs with soft fat will be very stretchy, cool doughs (made with cold ingredients and little yeast for an overnight cold raise) can be less cooperative  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What kinds of soft fat works best?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: If the flour is self-rising flour, then it shouldn't be allowed to sit for too long. However, this wouldn't result in it being "impossible to pour" - it would just prevent the item(s) from rising properly when baked.If I had to guess, I would point to the chocolate as the culprit. If your batter/dough recipe uses melted chocolate (as opposed to just cocoa powder) then it is almost certainly going to solidify again as it cools. In which case, you can simply heat it again (gently - you don't want cook the eggs!) to loosen it up a little before pouring it.  <sep>  Q: Can brownie dough sit?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: With online meat shopping in the UK you have to go with the reputation of the source, there's no grading system which you can refer to. Top end butchers and grocery stores carry top end beef, and most of the time you do get what you pay for. Many supermarket chains have premium labels, ie Tesco Finest and Sainsbury's Taste The Difference, which are definitely much better than their regular stuff, but I think the best mainstream grocery store premium brand for meat is Coop. At the end of the day there's no substitute for getting your own eyes on the meat you are buying, so I would recommend you try local butcher shops. There's still plenty of them around in the UK, and the quality varies dramatically. There are some that will pawn off legs of lamb that are about to turn, and others which control their entire supply chain and have some of the best meat in the world. You just have to try a few and see.  <sep>  Q: As a consumer in the UK, how can I choose well marbled beef? A: With online meat shopping in the UK you have to go with the reputation of the source  Q: Does the marbling make the meat greasy? A: I would recommend you try local butcher shops  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I love a good steak, what cut is best?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Foil is the way to go, combined with not too fierce a heat. You want to cook at about 160C until the centre of the pie is piping hot. To lower the chances of burning, portion the pie prior to reheating. That way the centre will get hot more quickly. Reheating more than once is generally not a good idea for safety reasons. You can however portion one night's pie and keep the other in the fridge.  <sep>  Q: How can I safely re-heat a chicken pie without burning the crust?
Output: Yes
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: What is the shelf life of a garlic bulb, with the "skin" still on, left in the fridge? A: Garlic will spoil faster in the fridge actually. I don't know how long it will last in the fridge  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What would the garlic look like if it had indeed spoiled?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: The bottom of the 8" pan is a bit less than half the size. For a 2" deep-dish, there's a 2-inch high (if you take it to the top) 8Ï circumferential strip for another 16Ï, and presumably the 12" dough is for a flat pizza. At 32Ï .vs. 36Ï I'd do the whole box, unless your deep dish isn't really all that deep.I'm also a bit concerned about the "never used" cast iron pan needing some seasoning, but perhaps it's "lodge logic" pre-seasoned.  <sep>  Q: How much pizza crust mix should I use in a cast iron pan? A: I'd do the whole box, unless your deep dish isn't really all that deep  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is there any benefit to using a pizza pan instead of a cast iron skillet for baking pizza?
Output: No
CONTEXT: From a cooking perspective any imitation sauce or marinade is never going to deliver the quality that venison has to deliver. We have a massive deer farm close and the price is still ridiculous .My suggestion is that you find a good butcher that will age beef for you on the bone ,or you could age it yourself if you have a climate control area to keep it at the correct temperature. Anything over 30 days on the bone will start to give you the gaming flavour you are craving. Nothing is going to match deer, but aged beef or really any type of cattle (eg buffalo etc) will give you the gaminess if it is aged. Restaurants are getting up to 180 days, which I could only imagine would melt in your mouth but the flavour would be intense.  <sep>  Q: Is there any way to add the gamey flavor of venison to other foods I enjoy? A: From a cooking perspective any imitation sauce or marinade is never going to deliver the quality that venison has to deliver  Q: Do I have any other options? A: My suggestion is that you find a good butcher that will age beef for you on the bone  Q: Can I do this myself without using a butcher? A: you could age it yourself if you have a climate control area to keep it at the correct temperature  Q: How long do I age it for? A: Anything over 30 days on the bone will start to give you the gaming flavour you are craving  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What do I need in order to smoke it at home?
Output: No
CONTEXT: The 30 minute cooking time is somewhat similar to my experience with mini-cheesecakes in a muffin tin, although I would recommend checking between 20 and 25 minutes with a toothpick. In my experience mini-cheesecakes were cooked until set entirely in the middle, but if your recipe is for an NY-style cheesecake that seems to wobble a bit, things might be different.  <sep>  Q: I usually use a 9" spring form pan for cheesecake. I want to now use muffin sized one. Do I have to change the cooking time? A: The 30 minute cooking time is somewhat similar to my experience with mini-cheesecakes in a muffin tin  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Do I still use a water bath?
Output: No
CONTEXT: The short answer is yes, you most definitely can but with a few caveats. First, if the skin has any significant amount of sugar on/in it from a glaze or cure it will burn fairly quickly and likely impart a bitter flavor before you are going to achieve the proper crisp a crackling is known for. Also, with hams, there is likely going to be a ton of salt in the skin to begin with and this is likely going to be intensified when you fry it up so be aware of that. I've never had good luck baking pork skin for crackling since the texture is never the same and it takes a lot longer. Deep frying is a much better/authentic way to go.  <sep>  Q: Can I make crackling from cured ham skin?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: 'Paella rice' is not actually a variety of rice, but a category suitable, as the its name suggests, for making paella. Some common varieties are: Bahia, Balilla, Bomba, Senia, and Calasparra; the particular variety should be indicated on the packet that you choose.These varieties differ from risotto rices, such as arborio and carnaroli, in not creating a creamy 'sauce' around the rice. Paella rice should stick together, but be distinct and not in a creamy 'sauce'.Arborio rice has a creamy, chewy texture due to its higher amylopectin (one of two components in its starch) content. Paella rice absorbs more liquid than risotto rices, however it too would become 'creamy' if you stirred it like a risotto, since it also has a high starch content.  <sep>  Q: What is the difference between risotto rice and paella rice? A: Paella rice' is not actually a variety of rice, but a category suitable, as the its name suggests, for making paella  Q: Can it be used as rice in all dishes? A: Paella rice should stick together, but be distinct and not in a creamy 'sauce'.Arborio rice has a creamy, chewy texture due to its higher amylopectin (one of two components in its starch) content  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Is Arborio rice the same as paella?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I would consider the professional equivalent of the electric carving knife to be the meat slicer, i.e. the rotating blade device most often seen behind the deli counter.At home, to break down a roast bird, take the meat off of a lamb-leg, etc., a good manual knife is most likely the proper tool.If, on the other hand, I have a large ham (cooked or cold), or some other chunk of boneless meat that I want to slice more-or-less uniformly, then I will break out my electric knife. For the home user, it is a fairly practical device, not taking up too much space, etc.But its uniformity and speed cannot compare to the slicer. As to a professional kitchen, you may or may not find one there. Certainly in deli-type restaurants you would have them. In a more traditional restaurant they are not as concerned with quick production of sliced meat, so any slicing is probably done by hand.  <sep>  Q: Are electric knives used in foodservice?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I can see this as being similar to a sweet potato pie. Best bet in that case would be to cook the carrots, then puree and mix with eggs, milk, etc. just as if it were a sweet potato or pumpkin pie.Two alternatives that come to mind would be to treat it like a fruit pie, as you say. Because of the texture of the carrots, I would grate them with the large holes on a box grater, toss with sugar, raisins, some tapioca and whatever spices your heart leads you toward.An alternative would be to make a molded gelatin like pie, similar to a refrigerator lime pie. Lots of gelatin and grated carrots. I, personally, wouldn't like it, but I am not fond of jello with carrots in it either.Happy experimenting.  <sep>  Q: Carrot Pie: custard or stew? A: I can see this as being similar to a sweet potato pie  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Should I make a custard for it?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Without forensics it's hard to tell exactly what happened.However, one possible explanation is sunlight. If the watermelon was in the sun at all, even just a little part of it, that tends to accelerate the growth of all sorts of things.Another possibility is that it was just past its date. There isn't really a way to tell if this is near or not without chemical analysis.In watermelon country (I live near an ancient greek watermelon port) watermelon is generally refrigerated. This is partially because we find it tastier when it's cold, and partially because room temperature easily goes above 30, and even above 34-5 on certain days.  <sep>  Q: What causes watermelon rind to rot? A: Without forensics it's hard to tell exactly what happened.However, one possible explanation is sunlight  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: How should I best store the watermelon so that it doesn't rot?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: I make bacon and other cured meats frequently. I find that the amount of liquid released from pork belly varies. That is not a useful measure of how the cure is proceeding. Bacon, in particular, is usually cooked after the cure, so I don't worry too much. I use the salt-box method, coat the belly in cure mixture, place in large zip lock, place in container slightly larger than belly and put in fridge. Flip every day or so for a week. What I look for next is a firming up of the belly. I pinch it. If it has firmed up after a week, I move on to hot smoking (or you could use your oven). If it still feels soft, I give it another day or two.  <sep>  Q: How much juice should come out when I'm curing pork belly? A: I find that the amount of liquid released from pork belly varies  Q: How can I tell if the meat is cured properly? A: use the salt-box method, coat the belly in cure mixture, place in large zip lock, place in container slightly larger than belly and put in fridge. Flip every day or so for a week  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I was only doing this process for five days. Do you think that was long enough?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: What gives spices their flavors are the oils that they contain, along with any water soluble flavors that they might have. In a pressure cooker, your food will cook hot. What that means to your spices will vary as certain spices could grow more bitter or sweeter depending on the compounds inside them. Conventional wisdom says that pressure cooking concentrates the flavors, although that would seem to fly in the face of physics as you aren't reducing while pressure cooking, you are just heating steam at a higher atmosphere to transfer more heat to the food faster.As for texture, use the one that you like.  <sep>  Q: What the difference between cooking vegetable curries in a pressure cooker and a wok?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Advantages of glass: you can see the product....the container does not pick up any flavor or color from the product...other than that, in this case (refrigerator pickle) there is no reason not to use your plastic. In fact, the only reason to use glass, that I can think of, is if you we going to can your pickles for extended shelf life. Then, of course, would would need Mason jars or equivalent. Fermenting, doesn't have much to do with this question either. I often store homemade sauerkraut and kimchee in plastic quart containers without issue.  <sep>  Q: Is there a good reason to use glass rather than plastic for refrigerator pickles? A: you can see the product....the container does not pick up any flavor or color from the product...other than that, in this case (refrigerator pickle) there is no reason not to use your plastic  Q: Is there anything else I should keep in mind? A: is if you we going to can your pickles for extended shelf life  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: how long will they last in plastic?
Output: No
CONTEXT: Sous vide cooking is a function of temperature and the surface area to volume ratio of the food in question.If you have a high surface area to volume the cooking time will be shorter. Steaks would have a higher ratio than the roast so they would take less time than the roast. The amount of the time difference is difficult to predict exactly over such a long time scale, but a rough calculation of the ratio I spoke of would be a good starting point for a compensation factor.If you have the time and your water bath can accommodate, I'd suggest keeping the roast whole and finishing in a skillet. It's much more impressive than a steak.  <sep>  Q: Should I Sous vide chuck roast or chuck steaks?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Most turkeys sold in the United States for Thanksgiving are frozen. It simply is not feasible for meat processors to process the huge spike in turkeys for the holiday and provide everyone a fresh turkey. Expect to pay a premium for a fresh turkey over a frozen one. If you buy a frozen turkey, from a quality standpoint it does not matter whether you buy a turkey a month out from Thanksgiving (now) or wait to buy the turkey later. You will basically get the same product.  <sep>  Q: When's the best time to buy a Thanksgiving turkey? A: If you buy a frozen turkey, from a quality standpoint it does not matter whether you buy a turkey a month out from Thanksgiving (now) or wait to buy the turkey later  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: So it's okay to buy a Thanksgiving turkey early?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: No, bartenders do not shake carbonated beverages. I was a bartender for years and I have never known this to happen or be part of a recipe. The carbonated sodas are always put on the top of the glass after pouring. The foam comes from the sugar or egg whites in the sweet n sour mix. You can find that recipe on line. Here is one that is overly complicated, bars rarely (never to my knowledge) use fresh lemon or lime juice. However a good bar uses separate lemon & lime mix for different drinks, or they used to anyway. I personally use limeade or lemonade at home. You can use one of the other or mix them together. Throw that in a shaker & you will get some foam, it works in my blender.  <sep>  Q: Can I use carbonated drinks in cocktail shakers? A: bartenders do not shake carbonated beverages  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: I see bar tenders shake drinks with carbonated beverages in them all the time. Is there a trick to shaking a cocktail with carbonated ingredients without it becoming a high school science project?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: You're right in that you don't want to use oats or flour. Your best alternative is some other form of ground nut. Almond was actually the original macaroon, with coconut coming later.Rather than trying to modify the recipe directly, I'd recommend searching specifically for an 'almond macaroon' or 'amaretti' recipe. Beware of 'macaron' recipes, which is the spelling the French use; it'll work, but they're typically intended as two halves of a sandwich cookie.  <sep>  Q: What is an appropriate substitute for dried coconut? A: Your best alternative is some other form of ground nut. Almond was actually the original macaroon, with coconut coming later  Q: Does the coconut tend to be more oily? A: Rather than trying to modify the recipe directly, I'd recommend searching specifically for an 'almond macaroon' or 'amaretti' recipe  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Hmm, doesn't really answer my question though.
Output: No
CONTEXT: This isn't the "quick" nor the healthy answer, but I personally do a twice-cooked system. I leave the juice from the can in the mix, and boil it down, which takes 15 minutes or so. Retaining the flavor of the canned fluid is essential, in my opinion.Then I "fry" the dry-ish mixture which is beginning to separate in maybe 1 tbsp preheated lard per can of beans, stirring a lot at first. Lastly, very slightly simmer this on low heat for 1 hour or so, stirring occasionally. Flavor is awesome. Any kinds of beans can be prepared in this way, and it is similar (varying on oil and legume variety) to other paste concoctions created elsewhere.. such as in the middle east.Note that this method negates the need for lots of "mashing". So, if you're more looking for less effort, than necessarily for "quick".. this could be your answer :)  <sep>  Q: How to quickly make refried beans (or thereabouts) using Kidney beans? A: This isn't the "quick" nor the healthy answer, but I personally do a twice-cooked system  Q: No matter how much or long I cook and/or mash the beans (while adding water), the skin never quite "liquidizes" ? A: I "fry" the dry-ish mixture which is beginning to separate in maybe 1 tbsp preheated lard per can of beans, stirring a lot at first. Lastly, very slightly simmer this on low heat for 1 hour  Q: Do you think maybe I should use a different kind of bean for better results? A: Any kinds of beans can be prepared in this way, and it is similar (varying on oil and legume variety) to other paste concoctions created elsewhere.. such as in the middle east  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: Why do mine always seem tough and have strainy blobs?
Output: No
CONTEXT: I haven't seen your recipe, but from looking at others, steamed pudding takes on the order of a couple hours of steaming. Doing it in the oven won't be any faster or less boring than steaming it - it may even be slower, since heat transfer from steam is pretty efficient. 45 minutes at 120Â°C would probably leave it undercooked, and if you cook at a higher temperature, you'll be missing the point - steaming for a long time lets it cook slowly and more evenly. You could work out how to cook it hotter and faster, but it wouldn't be a steamed pudding anymore, it'd be a "normal" pudding.If you want to do it in the oven, you should use a water bath to keep it from getting too hot - put the vessel with the pudding into a larger vessel, and add water to come most of the way up the sides of the pudding. Then you can increase the temperature of the oven, perhaps to 150-175Â°C, without overheating the pudding. But I doubt you'll be able to get the cooking time very much less than the original cooking time with steam without significantly changing the results.Finally (thanks Elendil), steaming helps keep the pudding moist, and an oven even with a water bath is not a terribly humid environment, so it might still be drier than desired. Covering tightly, and possibly adding a tiny bit more liquid, might help with that.  <sep>  Q: Is it okay to bake caramel pudding rather than steaming it?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Absolutely! Metal skewers contribute to cooking the meat from the center as they pick up heat from the exposed parts and conduct it throughout.It is a good idea not to crowd your metal skewers with pieces of food to promote this. Not crowding the skewers also exposes more surface area for the food to caramelize. Doing this on a wooden skewer runs the risk of burning the skewers and losing food into the grill.  <sep>  Q: Do metal skewers make a considerable different cooking time than wooden? A: Metal skewers contribute to cooking the meat from the center as they pick up heat from the exposed parts and conduct it throughout  Q: So, metal skewers are definitely better than wooden? A: Doing this on a wooden skewer runs the risk of burning the skewers and losing food into the grill  Q: Have you tried making kebabs on metal skewers? A: It is a good idea not to crowd your metal skewers with pieces of food  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What about the cooking time
Output: No
CONTEXT: Gumbo is a creolized (blending of different cultures) dish that was really a way of making use of many whatever might be on hand. The word "Gumbo" itself comes from the African Bantu tribal language which uses the word "Ngambo" for okra. In the plantation culture of the south "ngambo" became "gumbo" and eventually came to be the word for a soup containing okra. In the deep south of South Carolina and southern Georgia it typically has Okra in it to provide thickening from the mucilaginous substance secreted from the okra.As people moved westward toward the Louisiana region they adopted the Choctaw Indian method of using ground sassafras leaves (gumbe file) as the preferred thickening method in that area. Sidenote: Gumbo file is considered to be the only indigenous north American spice.Without knowing what it is that you've been disappointed with, it's difficult to make suggestions. As with so many regional dishes there are certain consistencies but more often than not...more variations. This is one of those items where there isn't necessarily ONE primary method.Some gumbos use a roux for added depth of flavor, color, and thickening while others are more broth based.The main consistency is that it is typically served ladled over rice.  <sep>  Q: What is Gumbo?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: Baking turns bicarbonate of soda into a weak form of lye - sodium carbonate, as you said. It basically makes it a stronger alkali. The actual baking process is safe, but the resulting lye is an irritant and you should avoid getting in on your skin, and definitely avoid it getting it in your eyes.The difference in texture and colour is noticeable after baking. The texture will be finer, and it will be whiter.  <sep>  Q: Why should I bake baking soda for making ramen noodles? A: The texture will be finer, and it will be whiter  Q: If I bake baking soda, whould I be creating hydrogen gas or presumably harmless water vapor and carbon dioxide? A: Baking turns bicarbonate of soda into a weak form of lye - sodium carbonate, as you said. It basically makes it a stronger alkali  Q: Are there any safety concerns with sodium carbonate? A: the resulting lye is an irritant and you should avoid getting in on your skin, and definitely avoid it getting it in your eyes  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: What temperature should it be baked at?
Output: No
CONTEXT: If you live in Poland, you should easily find the "normal" white ones in your supermarket. They should be good for baked beans, although the British version uses white beans that are a bit smaller. For more American style beans, you could also use the pinkish-brown or spotted type.There are so many types of beans, that I can't give a specific "name". Stick with the smaller ones, as they have less starchy parts and usually keep their shape better.  <sep>  Q: What bean species are best for baked beans? A: For more American style beans, you could also use the pinkish-brown or spotted type  Q: I live in Poland so might not be able to get those, do you have any other suggestions? A: If you live in Poland, you should easily find the "normal" white ones in your supermarket  Q: I could do with a couple of other suggestions if you have them? A: There are so many types of beans, that I can't give a specific "name". Stick with the smaller ones  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: are the white ones appropriate for slow cooking?
Output: Yes
CONTEXT: The frying pain is still safe to use (unless the ceramic chipped or cracked badly as well). A bit of vinegar (white) and a soft scrubber may get the rest of those burnt bits out as well. Either way, though, as long as the ceramic is intact, you can still use the frying pan safely.  <sep>  Q: Is burnt ceramic frying pan safe to use? A: The frying pain is still safe to use (unless the ceramic chipped or cracked badly as well  Q: What is the best way to clean it? A: A bit of vinegar (white) and a soft scrubber may get the rest of those burnt bits out as well  <sep> FOLLOWUP_Q: If the ceramic is damaged should the pan be thrown out?
Output: Yes