Add a spoonful of water at a time, stirring until all the powder is dissolved. Three tbsp (45 mL) of powder makes a strong-flavored ice cream, but you can use less or more according to your preference. You can use a shot of espresso instead. Instant coffee powder isn't a recommended substitute, as it tends to taste sour or metallic. Stir until combined. The condensed milk will let the ice cream freeze on its own, without frequent churning. If you own an ice cream maker, you can replace the condensed milk with 1 cup (240 mL) milk and cup (50g) sugar. For a richer flavor, try adding 1 tbsp (15 mL) espresso liqueur. For a classic ice cream taste and general deliciousness, use 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract instead. Pour the heavy cream and the condensed milk mixture into a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer or a whisk at medium speed, until it forms soft peaks. Chilling the bowl and whisk in the fridge will speed up the process. Transfer the mixture to an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze until set, about 6 hours or overnight. Large, metal containers freeze the ice cream faster than small or plastic ones. If you have an ice cream maker, chill in the fridge, then pour in the mixture and follow your model's instructions. This will typically set the ice cream in about 2030 minutes.
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One-sentence summary -- Mix the instant espresso in cold water. Pour the espresso into the condensed milk. Add flavoring (optional). Beat the mixture into heavy cream. Freeze until set.

Use warm water and a gentle cleanser to relax your skin. This will clean out your pores before the astringent closes them up. Avoid exfoliating cleansers or harsh cleansers that may dry out the skin. Astringents constrict the skin to close pores, but they also have a tendency to dry the skin out simultaneously. A harsh, drying cleanser may dry your skin out too much. Dip a cotton ball into the aloe mixture you've made and allow the juice to soak into the cotton, thoroughly wetting it. Wipe the aloe-drenched cotton over your face and neck. Concentrate on the areas that get oiliest or those that are most prone to break-outs, since these spots will benefit most from the astringent properties of the aloe. In order to have time to work correctly as an astringent, the aloe juice should remain on your face for several hours. Do not wash it off until it has tightened up your skin. The aloe astringent will be a bit sticky and slimy at first. However, after a few minutes it will begin to dry out, which will make your skin feel tight. For great results, wear the the aloe juice on your face overnight. Bend over your sink and rinse the aloe off with warm water. Use a mild cleanser to get it off of your skin if it has dried and won't come off easily. Use a soft washcloth or a gentle face scrubber to help you get all of the aloe off, if necessary. Cover the entire area that you used the aloe on but be sure to concentrate on the areas that get the driest. Select a light moisturizing lotion rather than a heavy cream. Applying a moisturizer after you apply the aloe juice can help prevent your skin from becoming stiff and flaky. Avoid using oily moisturizers right after using an astringent. The astringent will have removed all of the oil out of your pores and you don't want to add it right back in with your moisturizer. Even though aloe is moisturizing, using it on your skin does remove oil from the skin. Because of this, use it to clean your skin daily but don't use it more than that or you may end up with dry patches of skin. You don't need to use your aloe astringent every day. For example, if you only have occasional oily skin, just use it when you need to clear up the problem.
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One-sentence summary -- Wash your face to clean out your pores before tightening them. Apply the aloe mixture of your choice with a cotton ball. Leave the aloe juice on your face for several hours, if possible. Rinse the mixture off of your skin. Apply a mild moisturizer to your face. Use your aloe astringent no more than once a day.

Support them, like a friend should. This is an attractive quality, because it shows how much you care and how much you can add to their life. Listen to them rant about that teacher you both hate, watch one of their games, or surprise them by dropping in on their concerts. Say "Hi!" to your crush as you pass by them. If they aren't feeling well or are upset about something, help them out and comfort them as best as you can. You don't need to spend time alone with them, but you do need to spend time together. You can hang out in groups and do things like watch movies or go to a great local music venue. Just give them the opportunity to start to get to know you. Learn more about them and get to know them for who they really are, rather than just the basic facts that anyone could tell you. People like to feel a strong connection and that the person they're with really understands them as a whole, so if you know your crush well, they'll be more likely to take your feelings seriously. You can get to know them by talking about things that are important to them, like their hobbies, their life goals, their family, and their beliefs. They should also get the chance to learn the same things about you. Be open to discussion and inviting. Don't try to compete with them when you discuss your life; just let them see you for who you are. Find out what things you share in common, in order to help build a lasting foundation for a relationship. No matter how cute they are, if you have absolutely nothing in common, you're not going to have a very good time together. Find out what they're into and share your own interests with them. Relationships work best if both of you are geeky about the same thing. And believe us, everyone is geeky about something. Even if that something is football. You don't necessarily have to enjoy what they are most passionate about, but it will help a lot if you can understand and follow along with what they love. Immerse yourself and give it time. And especially ask them for help: it's a great bonding experience.
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One-sentence summary -- Be a good friend. Spend time with them. Get to know them. Let them know you. Find common ground. Share their passions.

If you can't purchase it directly from the roaster within a week or so of it being roasted, opt for a vacuum-sealed bag from a reputable national coffee-bean roaster. If possible, choose a burr grinder in place of a normal blade grinder. For best results, grind the coffee fresh right before brewing each day. Experiment with different ground size. Although finer grounds are generally preferred, they can result in a bitterer brew than coarse grounds. Many people recommend that you aim for grounds the size of coarse sugar. If you like the water taste of the water that comes out of your tap, it's likely to make good coffee. Softened or distilled water should never be used, but carbon-filtered water can reduce the chemical taste of some tap water. Minerals in water are important for the brewing process.
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Purchase freshly roasted, whole bean coffee. Purchase your own coffee grinder, or grind it in the store. Use good water.