Q: Set it to 475F (245C), with the rack on the upper third of the oven. Pat the steak dry with paper towels, brush with a light coating of olive oil, and rub vigorously with peppercorns and salt. Heat 1 tablespoon safflower oil in a heavy, oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear the steak on all sides, 3 to 5 minutes total. Place the skillet in the oven, and roast for about 10 minutes for medium rare. Remove from the oven, tent with tin foil, and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes in a dish to catch any juices. Place the skillet back on the stove, and over medium-high heat add the red wine, scraping up the fond (the browned bits on the pan), and cook about a minute, until reduce by half. Stir in the water and steak juices that have collected in the plate, bring to a boil, and cook 3 to 5 minutes, until the liquid is reduced again by half. Stir in the butter, whisking until the butter is fully blended with the sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cut the steak in half, then slice across the grain in about 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch (5 to 10mm) slices. Arrange a few slices on each plate, and dress with wine sauce. Serve with french fries, a green salad, and the same type of wine you used for the sauce.
A: Preheat the oven. Prep the steak. Sear the steak. Roast the steak. Make the sauce. Slice and serve. Serve it up.

Q: Flour mites have off-white bodies and are so small they are nearly invisible to the naked eye. Because of this, it is very difficult to detect mites until you have a full-blown infestation. The mites have brownish legs, and the collection of living and dead mites and their waste will appear as a brown coating or tinge. It may look a bit like sand. When flour mites are crushed they give off a distinct minty odor. The food may also develop a sickly sweet smell or taste, even before you detect the mites. Make the flour as smooth and level as you can before walking away. If the flour is infested with mites, the surface will be uneven due to the movement of the mites. The mites will stick to the tape and you may be able to see them with a magnifying glass. Also check the glue on box tops, the edges of sealed flour canisters. They might not be able to get inside, but they may be on the lip and get in once you open the container. Though flour mites don't bite, some people may have an allergic reaction to the allergens on the mites or their waste products. This is also known as "grocer's itch."
A: Look for brown "mite dust" on the surface of your food. Rub the mite dust or some questionable flour between your fingers and check for a minty smell. Spread some flour on a flat surface and inspect it after 15 minutes. Stick a piece of scotch tape on packages or on the pantry shelves and inspect for mites. Notice if you are inexplicably itchy after handling flour or other grains.

Q: You may feel personally rejected if someone did not want to be your friend. However, this may not be personal. Try to look at the situation somewhat objectively. If you're being honest with yourself, was the rejection truly personal? Think about relationships in your own life. Chances are, you've rejected someone's friendship in the past. Maybe a classmate or co-worker kept asking you to hang out, and you kept making up excuses. Was this personal? Probably not. You likely just did not click with that particular person, or were too busy for new friendships. The person who rejected your friendship may have done so for similar reasons. Maybe they have a lot on their plate and aren't looking for new friends. Maybe they thought you were perfectly nice, but did not feel a strong enough connection with you. There's a good chance the rejection was not a reflection of your worth as a person. Rejection can cause a major blow to self confidence. You may be left feeling bad about yourself in the wake of a rejection. Instead of indulging feelings of self-pity, try to find ways to build your self confidence. Make a list of everything you like about yourself. Think about everything you've done well throughout the week. Take stock of your talents and abilities. This will all make you feel like a worthwhile person. You should also strive to remember your current relationships. Chances are, you have a lot of good friends now. Just because one person was not interested in your friendship does not mean you're not a good friend. Take time to reconnect with someone you enjoy being around, yet have not spent much time with lately. If you find yourself engaging in a negative internal monologue, stop. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones. This will help bolster your confidence and sense of self-worth. Notice your thoughts throughout the day, particularly in regards to the failed friendship. You may, for example, hear the person who rejected you made plans with a friend of yours. You think to yourself, "I guess I'm just not cool enough to be friends with this person." Stop and redirect your thoughts. Replace negative thoughts with more positive ones. For example, "I didn't click with Sharon, but I know how much Felice values my friendship. I must be doing something right to have a great friend like Felice." Just because you're feeling rejected now does not mean it will last forever. Nothing is permanent in life. When you start to indulge feelings of negativity, stop and remind yourself of your worth. You are not going to feel bad about this rejection forever, even if it feels that way now. Eventually, you will move on and find new, better friends. Keep in mind that your emotions don't always reflect the facts. Yes, it's true that this one connection did not work out. However, that doesn't mean that connections will never happen for you.
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Avoid taking it personally. Boost your own self confidence. Engage in positive self talk. Remember emotions are temporary.