Question: What is the overall approach to preparing a delicious Mexican Chicken Alfredo dish?

Introduction: Mexican Chicken Alfredo. <PIC>
          I am not sure that the title is 100% accurate. And this recipe changes slightly everytime I make it but, I start with noodles, alfredo sauce and chicken, and add salsa, peppers and onions - hence I think its close enough earning the name I will just run with it.
No matter what the name is, I think it tastes great, and I like to make a big batch and eat it at lunch over the week.
The basic ingredients are:
		Noodles (I used my homemade pasta, and my tomato pasta in this particular attempt)
		Chicken breast (one pack - I think it was 2 pounds)
		Alfredo sauce (one can)
		Peppers (I used one green and one red because that's what was in the fridge)
		Onion (one large sweet onion)
		Cheese (as much as you have)
I also used some garlic salt, ground pepper, and some homemade melomel (honey wine with blackberry) - Now the wine is optional, but I use wine to deglace the pan after cooking the meat and peppers - I happen to have this handy since I just finished brewing some, and I hate having a bottle that is not either completely full or completely empty... Step 1: Prepare Ingredients. <PIC> Chop everything up to make it much easier and more fun when actually cooking Step 2: Cook Ingredients. <PIC>
		First I cooked the onions and peppers
		Once they were cooked, I added the chicken and spices
		Lastly, and while the pasta was boiling I added some wine to the bottom of the pan to break up the tasty bits form the bottom of my pan, and to mix into the food.
One tip when cooking with wine, don't use anything you would not drink. Step 3: Add Salsa. <PIC> To this mix, I added one can of spicy salsa Step 4: Add Sauce and Simmer. <PIC> As the pasta water begins to boil I add the can of sauce and let it simmer until the pasta is cooked. Step 5: Mix and Eat. <PIC> Once the pasta is cooked to your desired tenderness, drain, and immediately add the pasta sauce.
Toss, add cheese and eat.
I will tell you, it may not look like much, but it is a bowl full of awesome.


Question: In the recipe for 'Mexican Chicken Alfredo,' what should you do after cooking the onions and peppers, and what other ingredient do you add at this stage?

In the recipe for 'Mexican Chicken Alfredo,' after cooking the onions and peppers, you should add the chicken and spices. Then, while the pasta is boiling, you also add some wine to deglaze the pan and mix it into the food.<PIC>


Question: What’s the process for crafting delicious Mexican gashouse eggs at home?

Introduction: MEXICAN GASHOUSE EGGS. <PIC> These are really simple to make and they add variety to your morning.   Step 1: Ingredients Needed. <PIC> Olive oil
1 tortilla, corn or flour
1 egg
Salt & pepper to taste
Salsa
Grated cheese
Skillet  Step 2: Step 2. <PIC> Turn on the broiler.
Heat a skillet on medium. Lightly brush the skillet with olive oil, also both sides of the tortilla. With a knife, cut a circle from the center of the tortilla. Drop the tortilla into the skillet (it should sizzle a bit), the cutout piece alongside.
Crack an egg into the center hole. Season with salt and pepper.  Step 3: . <PIC> Gently arrange tiny spoonsful of salsa around the egg, sprinkle the salsa with cheese. When the bottom of the tortilla is golden, transfer the skillet to the broiler to finish cooking the egg. Step 4: . <PIC> broil till done about 6-10 min depending on how done you want it.


Question: What method is recommended for melting chocolate when making 'Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Hearts,' and what should you avoid to ensure the chocolate doesn’t seize?

The recommended methods for melting chocolate when making 'Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Hearts' are using a microwave or a double boiler. It is crucial to avoid any water or steam from getting into the chocolate during the melting process, as this can cause the chocolate to seize.<PIC>


Question: What are the essential steps to whip up some delicious scallion pancakes?

Introduction: How to Make Simple Scallion Pancakes!. <PIC> So I had some pancake batter leftover from my last instructable Fried Squash Blossoms.  Instead of throwing it away I decided to make some tasty treats for my kids to go with their Fried Squash blossoms that morning. They absolutely loved them.  So hopefully you can make these delicious treats and take part in all the enjoyment my kids were able to have.  Step 1: Gather Ingredients. <PIC> This instructable is super simple.  The two main ingredient are scallions and pancake batter. Scallions: I had these in my garden and they are simple to grow if you are interested in growing or adding a new herb to your already amazing garden. They also should be availible in your local market, if you cant find in a local market see if you can find an asian market .Pancake batter: I used ready mix pancake batter, just add water. Any pancake mix will do and pancake from scratch might be to much work for me but will taste amazing.Seasoning: a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Step 2: Preparations. <PIC> All I had to do is add water to pancake mix.  Now that the batter is ready you can slice up the scallions into small rings.  Place Scallions into pancake mix.  A dash of salt and pepper and mix thoroughly. Now we can get on with the next step of cooking. Step 3: Cooking . <PIC> In a medium sauce pan heat up some oil. I used canola oil but you can use butter or any oil of your choice. Next Get pan hot over a medium fire.  Using a spoon add pancake batter to the pan.  I made cookie sized pancakes.  You can make them smaller or bigger to your liking.You'll see them bubble up just like cooking regular pancakes, and it's time for flipping.  I cooked them till golden brown on both sides and not gooey inside. Step 4: Enjoy!. <PIC> Usually there is a dipping sauce that goes with this dish but my kids enjoyed just that way it was served. I hope you enjoy.


Question: What steps are involved in preparing the pancake batter and adding scallions for 'How to Make Simple Scallion Pancakes'?

To prepare the pancake batter for 'How to Make Simple Scallion Pancakes,' you need to add water to the pancake mix. After that, slice the scallions into small rings, place them into the pancake mix, add a dash of salt and pepper, and mix thoroughly.<PIC>


Question: What steps are involved in preparing the cabbage for the sauerkraut-1 recipe before combining it with other ingredients?

In the recipe 'sauerkraut-1,' preparing the cabbage involves discarding the outer leaves, cutting it into quarters without removing the stalk, and slicing it very thin crosswise with a mandoline until only the stalk is left.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to create delightful Sea World cupcake toppers for a themed party?

Introduction: How to Make Sea World Cupcake Toppers. <PIC> In this tutorial you will see how to make these adorable edible cupcake toppers. These can also be used for sea world themed cakes.Enjoy our simple tutorials:www.happyfoodstube.com/sea-world-cupcake-toppers Step 1: List of Tools Used in This Tutorial:. Rolling pinPaint brush + waterBall toolShell toolScallop toolBlade tool (or a knife)Edible black markerSharp point tool (or a tooth pick)4.5cm fluted shaped round cutterPiping tip+ dark blue, light blue, white & red fondant Step 2: Tools Used for Each Fondant Topper:. Star fishPaint brush + water, light blue fondant, white fondant, red  fondant (for the tongue)-optional, Ball tool (or the other end of your  paint brush), edible black marker or black fondant To make one star fish (2.5 – 3.5cm) you  will need 10 grams of light blue (or any other colour) fondant + only a  tiny bit of white & red fondant.Long shellPaint brush + water, light blue fondant, ball tool & blade tool (or a knife).To make one shell (4 cm long) you will need 5 grams of light blue fondant.Oyster shellRolling pin, paint brush + water, light blue & white fondant, shell tool and a piping tip.To make one oyster shell you will need about 3 grams of light blue fondant + some white fondant for the pearl.OctopusPaint brush & water, light blue fondant, white fondant, black edible marker, ball tool & scallop (smile) tool.To make one octopus topper you will need about 12 grams of light blue fondant and a tiny piece of white fondant. Step 3: Watch the Video for This Tutorial:. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktXJlnQ-Q44 Step 4: Visit Our Website and Youtube Channel for Easy Tutorials & Recipes:. www.happyfoodstube.comwww.youtube.com/happyfoodstube


Question: What tools and types of fondant do I need to create a star fish topper for the Sea World cupcake decorations?

To create a star fish topper for the Sea World cupcake decorations, you will need a paint brush and water, light blue fondant, white fondant, and optional red fondant for the tongue. Additionally, you'll require a ball tool or the other end of your paint brush, along with an edible black marker or black fondant.


Question: What is the process for creating a delicious layered ice cream using liquid nitrogen?

Introduction: Make Layered Ice-creams With Liquid Nitrogen. <PIC> Ice-cream made with liquid nitrogen (LN2) is the smoothest you'll ever taste, because it freezes so fast there is no time for large ice crystals to form. Here's a simple way of making layered ice-creams using LN2.Warning: LN2 is ridiculously cold (it is at its boiling point of 77 K, or nearly 200 degrees Celsius below zero) and hence is inherently dangerous. Do not try to ingest it. Make sure anyone around LN2 understands its perils (Material Safety Data Sheet). Drunks should be kept well away. Do not attempt to confine it. I strongly recommend using a thick-walled polystyrene container to hold it in while making the ice creams; definitely do NOT use a cheap glass-walled vacuum flask: there is an appreciable probability of it cracking and imploding, which trust me, is utterly indistinguishable from exploding.  Step 1: You Will Need.... <PIC> - some sort of sweet treat that can be embedded on a stick. We mostly used mini Mars bars, but jumbo marshmallows and brownies worked well too - popsicle sticks - sugar - eggs - half-and-half cream - vanilla flavoring (or whatever you happen to like) - food coloring - a few liters of liquid nitrogen (obtainable from a supplier like Praxair or Airgas, if you have a suitable container to hold it in) Step 2: Make Ice Cream Mix. <PIC> This recipe comes from a Nigella Lawson cookbook, but I don't think there is anything especially unusual about it; it's just a custard-style ice cream. It's pretty good, even after we simplified it. Whisk 5 egg yolks with 125 g of sugar until thick and creamy. Add to a large saucepan with 500 ml of half-and-half milk/cream, and stir over moderate heat for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and whisk again. Add flavoring (we used a teaspoon of vanilla essence) and coloring and put in refrigerator until ready to serve. We made 2 batches of this and divided it into three jars (red, blue and uncolored cream). Step 3: Make Your Layered Ice Cream. <PIC> Push your mini Mars bar (or marshmallow, or brownie, or cake) onto a popsicle stick. and dunk into liquid nitrogen for a few seconds. Remove, and dunk the cold bar into one of the containers of liquid ice cream mix. Remove, dunk back into liquid nitrogen, and repeat as many times as you have patience for. Make funky patterns and shapes. Don't overdo the LN2 - you just need to set the ice cream, not turn it into a rock. Don't try eating it if it's fuming - it's too cold. Approach it cautiously - you don't want to break a tooth or swallow a deep-frozen piece of ice cream. Once the ice cream is soft, enjoy - it's fantastically smooth.


Question: What is the process for making the ice cream mix for 'Make Layered Ice-creams With Liquid Nitrogen,' including the key ingredients and steps involved?

To make the ice cream mix for 'Make Layered Ice-creams With Liquid Nitrogen,' whisk 5 egg yolks with 125 g of sugar until thick and creamy. Then, add this mixture to a large saucepan with 500 ml of half-and-half milk/cream. Stir over moderate heat for about 10 minutes while constantly stirring. After removing it from heat, whisk again and add a teaspoon of vanilla essence and food coloring. Finally, refrigerate until ready to serve.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare a delicious minced meat and bean sprouts dinner that’s quick and satisfying?

Introduction: Minced Meat and Bean Sprouts Dinner. <PIC> Hi everybody,I thought i would share this very quick, but great tasting, satisfying and not-wholly-unhealthy dish with you. It's great for when you really don 't feel like cooking or simply don't have the time. Step 1: The Ingredients. <PIC> For 2 persons, you need:- 250 gr. minced meat (beef, pork or 50/50) - 200 gr. bean sprouts- 2 or 3 tbsp. soy sauce - 2 tbsp. peanut butter (chunky, smooth, whatever you like)- 1 tsp. sambal - brown castor sugar, if you like - 2 tbsp butter. - sliced bread (2 or 3 slices for each) Step 2: Preparation. <PIC> Heat the butter in a skillet and brown the minced meat. keep stirring so the meat falls apart in crumbs.Then, add the peanut butter, the soy sauce and the sambal. Taste and see if it's to your liking. You can also add some sugar if you like.When the taste is good, add the bean sprouts and keep stirring fot 2 - 3 minutes. The sprouts shouldn't be raw anymore but stuill have a bite. Step 3: You're All Done!. <PIC> Put your sliced bread and the pan on the table and let everyone help themselves! Enjoy!(P.S. I entered this in the Dorm food contest. If you like it please consider voting for me.)


Question: In preparing 'Minced Meat and Bean Sprouts Dinner,' what ingredients do you add after browning the minced meat?

After browning the minced meat, you should add peanut butter, soy sauce, and sambal.<PIC>


Question: When making 'Bake Chiffon Cake,' what specific technique should you use after adding the flour mixture to the egg foam to ensure the mixture is properly combined?

After adding the flour mixture to the egg foam when making 'Bake Chiffon Cake,' you should pour the flour mixture slowly while gently folding it into the egg foam. This technique helps maintain the aeration of the egg whites, ensuring the cake rises well.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare an indulgent spaghetti pie that features both Alfredo and marinara sauces?

Introduction: Oh My Spaghetti Pie (an Old Chicago Copycat). <PIC> Oh my is the perfect description of this dish, because from the very first bite, you'll be saying "Oh my" until the last bite is gone! This pie is for my middle sister, she eats it at a favorite Denver restaurant, Old Chicago. We were talking about spaghetti pie a couple months ago and she sent me a picture of this and said she'd be thrilled if I could re-create the recipe for her. Looking at her picture I realized this was no "normal" spaghetti pie, this was MAGIC! Why magic? Because they make an ALFREDO spaghetti pie, and serve it on a bed of marinara sauce. Genius! I've loved Alfredo since I was a kid, buttery, creamy, cheesy, what's not to love? Calories, schmalories, sometimes you need to treat yourself! My dad loves a shrimp pasta dish where they mix marinara with Alfredo, so I knew he'd enjoy this too. My mom loved it as well, and I'm certain my vegetarian oldest sister will request it when she visits. The next time my sister and brother-in-law come home, I hope they can attest to its deliciousness, AFTER they help me make it! They definitely approved of the pictures, and my former-chef bro-in-law gave me some great advice on how to make it like they do in the restaurant. I searched other copycat versions, but those use jarred Alfredo, I'm OK with a lot of food in jars, Alfredo sauce is not one of them. A truly authentic Alfredo is butter and Parmesan, the version many make adds heavy cream. With salt and pepper that's 5 ingredients, not one jar of Alfredo sauce I looked at contains only 5 ingredients, so I'll go ahead and make my own, it's very easy, I promise. Even the Old Chicago menu reads: This Old Chicago exclusive starts with spaghetti tossed in Alfredo sauce made from scratch daily with Parmesan, mozzarella, Romano and provolone cheeses, topped with even more cheeses and slow-baked to toasty perfection. Served by the slice over our house marinara.  There are a few steps to this recipe, but they can all be done around, or at the same time, with a little multi-tasking. I will say you can use a good-quality jarred marinara, but the recipe I use, from Cook's Illustrated, can be made in less than an hour, and tastes as if it's been cooking all day.  I made a roux-based Alfredo, thick enough to coat the pasta and not separate when baked. Reserving a bit for a creamy top, made slightly gooey with a top layer of cheese. Some of the edges of the spaghetti get slightly crunchy (my favorite bits). With each bite you get rich creamy spaghetti Alfredo brightened up with the marinara. Some garlic bread and a side salad are all you need for a perfect meal.   My dad and I really love Arrabbiata, or zesty marinara, sauce, I believe you could use that as a base for some nice heat if you love spicy foods too.   Please enjoy this spaghetti pie as soon as possible so you can have an "Oh my" eating experience too!    Serves 8  Marinara recipe from Cook's Illustrated, March 2006 Step 1: Gather Ingredients. <PIC> You'll need: One 9 1/2- to 10-inch deep dish pie plate, sprayed with non-stick spray For the Alfredo pie: 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup all purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream Pinch ground nutmeg 2 cups Italian Five Cheese blend shredded cheese (I used Kraft Italian), divided 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided   Salt and pepper, to taste 12 oz. spaghetti For the marinara: 2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, packed in juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped fine (about 1 cup) 2 medium cloves garlic, minced or pressed through garlic press (about 2 teaspoons) 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (since I forgot the basil, I used 1 teaspoon pasta seasoning mix instead of just oregano) 1/3 cup dry red wine (I used Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot would also work) 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (I unfortunately forgot to buy this)  1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil Salt and ground black pepper 1 - 2 teaspoons sugar, as needed  Step 2: Make Alfredo Sauce. <PIC> Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat oven to 350 degrees F. (I also preheat a baking sheet on the rack, as I bake all my pies on baking sheets to contain any spills.)  Remove 1/2 cup shredded Italian five cheese from the bag, and add to a small bowl mixing it with 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan, set aside for topping the partially baked pie. You'll use the remaining 1 1/2 cups plus 1/2 cup Parmesan for the Alfredo sauce.  Combine heavy cream and milk in one measuring cup. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foaming, whisk in flour until combined, continue whisking until mixture is smooth and slightly golden, about 1 minute. Gradually add milk and heavy cream, increase heat to medium-high and whisk constantly to combine into a smooth sauce. Bring mixture just to a boil, turn heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a pinch of nutmeg during this time.  Once sauce is thickened, start adding the cheese, a handful at a time, stirring after each addition waiting until the cheese is melted before adding more. Continue adding, and stirring, until the 2 cups of cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed, you may only need some pepper since the cheese is somewhat salty.  Turn heat off but leave pan on burner, cover, and keep warm until ready to toss with spaghetti.  Step 3: Make Marinara Sauce. <PIC> Cook pasta and begin baking pie while marinara cooks. Note: I actually halved this recipe, that was a mistake because it tasted so good with the pie, and garlic bread, we wished there was more.  Pour tomatoes and juice into strainer set over large bowl. Open tomatoes with hands and remove and discard fibrous cores; let tomatoes drain excess liquid, about 5 minutes. Remove 3/4 cup tomatoes from strainer and set aside. Reserve 2 1/2 cups tomato juice and discard remainder. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden around edges, 6 to 8 minutes. Add garlic and oregano and cook, stirring constantly, until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes from strainer and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring every minute, until liquid has evaporated and tomatoes begin to stick to bottom of pan and brown fond forms around pan edges, 10 to 12 minutes. Add wine and cook until thick and syrupy, about 1 minute. Add reserved tomato juice and bring to simmer; reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally and loosening browned bits, until sauce is thick, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer sauce to food processor (or transfer to saucepan and insert immersion blender; and add reserved tomatoes; process until slightly chunky, about eight 2-second pulses (you can make it as thick or as smooth as you like). Return sauce to skillet and add basil and extra-virgin olive oil and salt, pepper, and sugar (I added 1 tsp.) to taste. Step 4: Cook Pasta, Assemble, and Bake Spaghetti Pie. <PIC> As you start making the marinara, bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon salt then spaghetti, stirring occasionally to separate the strands. Cook until al dente (even slightly firmer than al dente since it will soften more as it bakes). I reserved 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water just in case I needed to thin the alfredo sauce (in the end I didn't, but save the water just in case). Drain the pasta and return to the pot. Stir the Alfredo sauce again to make sure it's smooth, then add all but 1 cup to the spaghetti and toss to combine. Return the cover to the Alfredo and keep it warm (my oven has a warming burner, if you don't, warm it gently over low heat before topping the partially baked pie with it.) If you feel the sauce is too thick and not coating all of the pasta easily you can add some of the pasta cooking water, a little at a time, until the sauce is thoroughly mixed with the pasta. Transfer the spaghetti to the pie dish and pat down the top to make an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes.  Step 5: Finish the Pie, Let Cool Slightly, and Serve With Marinara Sauce. <PIC> After 20 minutes, remove the pie from the oven. Re-stir the Alfredo sauce so it's once again smooth, top the pie with the remaining Alfredo using a spatula to spread over the entire pie.  Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup cheese on top of the Alfredo sauce, return to oven for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and light golden brown. Rotate your baking sheet front to back halfway through baking. Remove from oven and let pie rest 10 minutes. Spread a layer of marinara sauce on each serving plate, or shallow bowl, cut pie into pieces and serve on top of marinara. (If I had some fresh basil I would've loved to sprinkle some finely chopped over the top of each dish.) Serve, garlic bread on the side is wonderful for scooping up excess sauce, enjoy!  Leftovers can be stored, covered, keeping the marinara separate, for 3 days. The pie itself reheats well in a toaster oven. I microwaved the marinara sauce while warming the pie. (I'm not sure if reheating the entire dish in the microwave would work well, the pasta might get too dry, but you could try it if you have leftovers and no toaster oven.)


Question: After baking the 'Oh My Spaghetti Pie' for 20 minutes, what steps should you take to prepare the remaining Alfredo sauce before serving?

After baking the 'Oh My Spaghetti Pie' for 20 minutes, you should remove it from the oven, re-stir the Alfredo sauce to ensure it is smooth, and then spread the remaining Alfredo evenly over the entire pie using a spatula.<PIC>


Question: What steps should I follow to prepare the carrot for the recipe 'Love Carrots'?

To prepare the carrot for the recipe 'Love Carrots,' you should peel the carrot and, if it's crooked, cut it into mostly straight sections.<PIC>


Question: What is the process for creating a delicious Halloween Crack that combines salty and sweet flavors?

Introduction: Halloween Crack Recipe. <PIC> http://www.savynaturalista.com/2013/09/26/halloween-crack-candy-corn-crack/Halloween Crack Recipe: 1 sleeve of saltines (depending on baking sheet you may need more) 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup dark brown sugar 1-2 cups candy corn 3/4-1 cup peanut butter candies Recipe Directions: Preheat oven to 400° F.  Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil; once done line the pan with layer of saltine crackers. In a saucepan, combine the butter and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high and boil for about 3 minutes until the ingredients are dissolved. Immediately pour over saltines to cover crackers completely. Bake for 3-5 minutes. Remove from oven and turn the oven off.  Sprinkle candy corn and peanut butter candies on toffee; place back in the oven. The oven does not need to be turned back on for this process or you will have melted gooey candy corn. Allow the candy corn and peanut butter candies to stick to the toffee in the warm oven .  About 3-6 minutes once done take out the oven let cool completely and break into pieces.


Question: What is the baking time and process for the 'Halloween Crack Recipe' after pouring the toffee over the saltines?

For the 'Halloween Crack Recipe,' after pouring the toffee over the saltines, you should bake it for 3-5 minutes. Then, remove it from the oven and turn the oven off before adding the candy corn and peanut butter candies.<PIC>


Question: What is the process for crafting a refreshing goji berry tonic that highlights the unique flavors of its ingredients?

Introduction: Rejuvinating Goji Berry Tonic. <PIC> Goji has been dubbed a superfood and people go nuts for the stuff. I like them in this refreshing drink that is accompanied by other red berries and petals. It is a nice tart beverage to enjoy in the morning after coffee or whenever really! I feel like it is a nice Spring/Summer drink and I hope you try and enjoy it.  Step 1: Gather Your Goods. <PIC> For this recipe I used:4 cups of fresh water1/2 cup goji berries1/8 cup hibiscus petal1/8 cup rose petal1 tsp schisandra berries1 tbsp. honeylemon, for garnish and a splash of juice to add some acidityFor the tools I used: various measuring cups and spoonsa pota strainera funnelan empty, clean, and sterilized glass bottle Step 2: Some Notes on the Ingredients. Disclaimer: Skip this step if you just want a tasty beverage and not be put to sleep due to boredom. Oh and I am not doctor and this is just what I have read on the subject of the ingredients. It is not advisable to consume this beverage if you are pregnant or nursing, I've read. The main ingredient here is the Goji berry. It is believed that goji helps your kidneys and liver function by tonifying the blood. They contain antioxidants, like beta-carotene and zeaxanthin, and long chain sugars called Lycium barbarum polysaccharides. These supposedly aid the immune system by increasing production of superoxide dismutase, or SOD. Great...what does that mean?Free radicals such as superoxide, O2(-), and Hydrxyl, OH(-), can cause cell damage and trust me, you don't want that. So the SOD turns the O2(-) into regular oxygen, O2,  which is good, and/or hydrogen peroxide, H2O2, which is more easily removable from the body. Schisandra is a berry that in Chinese medicine is said to help skin and aid in beautification. It also is believed to aid in fatigue and circulation. Additionally, it is believed to help cleanse the liver. Hibiscus/Rose petals will reinforce that deep red color of the beverage and add nice floral notes.  Step 3: Let's Make. <PIC> Bring your water to a boilRemove from the heatAdd all ingredients except the honey Let sit for 1 hourStrain and discard solidsYou really do not want to push on the solids because the schisandra may be a bit tanic. So unless you like bitterness, avoid pressing to get as much liquid as you can. (strain through a filter if you don't want any floaties)Add honey and stirServe as is or refrigerate until cool, add some ice and lemon and enjoyYou could even add some champagne for a little kick!


Question: For making 'Rejuvinating Goji Berry Tonic,' what is the correct method for straining the mixture after it has sat for one hour?

To make 'Rejuvinating Goji Berry Tonic,' after letting the mixture sit for one hour, you should strain and discard the solids. It's important to avoid pressing on the solids to prevent bitterness, and using a filter can help if you prefer a clear tonic without any floaties.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare delicious Swedish cinnamon rolls that capture the essence of KanelBullar?

Introduction: Swedish Cinnamon Rolls (KanelBullar). <PIC> ENJOY A COFFEE BREAK EATING CINNAMON ROLLS!As a student, early 2000's, I have spent some time in Sweden. I was living in the beautiful city of Gothenburg, studying at the University of Chalmers.I really enjoyed that time, discovering the Swedish culture. What amazed me there is the food since I didn't know that Sweden has such a culinary culture. The best among all the new meals I have tested, incl. the long lasting memory Surströmming (fermented Baltic Sea herring), was the KanelBulle.Together with a cup of Coffee, KanelBullar are the best companions of your Sunday afternoons, reading a good book at the Fire side or sharing a coffee break with your colleagues, talking about all or nothing.Baking KanelBullar is fairly easy but do it in advance as you need some resting time (not you, the dough)Let's bake it!Have a look at my other recipes Step 1: Let's Bake Cinnamon Rolls. <PIC> What you need:for the cake:700g of flour, 300g of milk (about 30 dl), 120g of sugar, 100g of melted butter 1 (fresh) egg 30g of fresh baking yeast salt cardamom (powder)for the filing:50g of melted butter (I rather have it not melted but really soft) sugar (at your taste) cinnamon (powder) Step 2: Backing Cinnamon Rolls. <PIC> Let's go:Take the yeast and mix it in a bit  of tempered milk.Once done, pour the rest of the milk, the melted  butter and all other ingredients. Mix it slowly and best, use a bread  machine. Knead 15 min (10 in a machine) and let it rest for about 30 min. This is an important step. Do a real 15 min and a real 30 min ;-) Protect it with a cloth.Roll out the pastry: about 4mm height, 30 cm wide. Try to make a square instead of a traditional round shape, you will obtain better reasult later on.Put the soft butter on it and then sugar and cinnamon. I suggest to mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl in order to have a better mix and thus a better taste.Roll the whole thing, not too tight. Cut  the rolls and put it on a baking plate (I use baking paper). Let the  pastries rest for an hour (Yes, I know, you wanted to bake now and  eat them but we have to wait, first because we need the yeast to make  its job, then because waiting make the rolls even tastier). Break an egg and paint your bullar with the yellow part to make a shinning finish.  Step 3: . <PIC> Brew your coffe.6 to 8 min in oven, 240°C (th.8)Wait .... Wait.... Wait....Take care, it's hot!!!Enjoy your KanelBullar!


Question: In making 'Swedish Cinnamon Rolls (KanelBullar),' how long should the dough rest after kneading, and why is this resting time significant?

For making 'Swedish Cinnamon Rolls (KanelBullar),' the dough should rest for about 30 minutes after kneading. This resting time is significant because it allows the yeast to work effectively, which enhances the flavor and texture of the rolls.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to whip up a delicious Raw Chocolate Goji Berry Banana Smoothy?

Introduction: Raw Chocolate Goji Berry Banana Smoothy. <PIC> These Raw, Vegan & Gluten-Free Raw chocolate covered goji berries are out of this world! When I first tasted dried goji berries, I didn’t like them much. They are very sour. They are an acquired taste, I believe! Then, gradually I added them to my smoothies & sometimes to my oat porridges. Now, I love them. :) There is 100 gr in this smaller package but it costs a lot of money. It is 6.95€. I buy mine in a local organic shop. It is made by Choco Delic. This is a Dutch firm located in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Here is their website:  http://www.chocodelic.nl The ingredients in this raw chocolate covered dried goji berries are all natural & organic: contain: 65% raw chocolate, ( cacao content 60%, cacao butter, coconut blossom sugar ) & goji berries! That is all! Yum yum,…What is not to love here, right?  Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients!. Recipe: for about 650-700 ml/ this is 1 large breakfast smoothy! Ingredients: 1 cup + 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk ( 625 ml) 1 large ripe banana, peeled & broken into 3 pieces 1/4 cup raw chocolate covered goji berries ( 45 gr )  Step 2: Blend Away With Your Vitamix!. Method:1. Take your beloved Vitamix & place your ingredients in this order in it. Place fitted tamper in your lid. Blend on full-speed & on high for about 15 to 30 seconds, by using your tamper to push ingredients into the running blades. Your smoothy will look like a carrot smoothy but the flavor is way better, I promise you that! Pour into a larger smoothy glass & enjoy instantly with a big smile on your face! :)You taste the raw chocolate first, then the banana & hint of almond. Enjoy!You can find it also on my blog here: http://sophiesfoodiefiles.wordpress.com/2015/02/11/raw-chocolate-goji-berry-banana-smoothy-raw-vegan-gluten-free/


Question: What ingredients do I need to gather to make the 'Raw Chocolate Goji Berry Banana Smoothy'?

To make 'Raw Chocolate Goji Berry Banana Smoothy,' you will need 1 cup + 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk (625 ml), 1 large ripe banana, peeled and broken into 3 pieces, and 1/4 cup of raw chocolate covered goji berries (45 gr).


Question: What’s the best way to prepare a delightful Dutch holiday gingerbread butter for a festive breakfast?

Introduction: Dutch Holiday Gingerbread Butter. <PIC> We dutchies love our holiday breads. They are called 'stollen', which I can't properly translate. It's bread filled with raisins, almondpaste and different kinds of nuts. We put whole-cream butter on it and voila, there's a tasty holiday breakfast. Yum! But, it gets kind of boring. I wanted to spice up the holiday breakfast. We dutchies also love our 'speculaas', or gingerbread, so why not make butter out of it? Here's my recipe for delicious gingerbread butter. Made from scratch! Step 1: What You Need. <PIC> Gingerbread spices30 grams/1.05 oz Cinnamon5 grams/0.18 oz Ginger (dried, powder)5 grams/0,18 oz Cardamom10 grams/0,35 oz Clove5 grams/0,18 oz Cilantro (dried)5 grams/0,18 oz White pepper10 grams/0,35 oz NutmegButter250 grams/8,81 oz whole-cream butter1 table spoon SugarToolsIf you don't use ground spices you'll need a mortar and pestle. You also need a jar big enough to fit the spices and butter. A spoon to scoop it in is also handy!  Step 2: Spice It Up!. <PIC> Ground all the spices in a mortar and pestle. If you don't have patience, just use ground spices and mix those up. Put it in one of the jars, because you'll have slightly more spices than you need for the butter. You could make gingerbread later on! Step 3: Butter Up!. <PIC> Make sure the butter is about 10 minutes out of the fridge, so it's softened nicely. Now mix the spices in there. I used a fork and a little patience, but I guess you could use a hand mixer. Stir a table spoon of sugar in there and put the mixture in a jar. Put it in the fridge and let it rest for at least a day, so the flavours can settle in the butter. The longer it sits, the better is gets! Now slice up some bread and enjoy your gingerbread butter. I know I do! :)


Question: Before mixing the ingredients for 'Dutch Holiday Gingerbread Butter,' how long should the butter be left out to soften?

Before mixing the ingredients for 'Dutch Holiday Gingerbread Butter,' the butter should be left out of the fridge for about 10 minutes to soften nicely.<PIC>


Question: What are the essential steps to create a delightful outdoor grilling area in your backyard?

Introduction: Grilling Area Project. <PIC> This is my recent project in our backyard. We have extended our patio and added an area for cooking, grilling and smoking - now we have an outdoor kitchen. I always wanted an outdoor cooking area because I love the idea of cooking in out in the open air. Most of the plans for an outdoor kitchen area I was able to find online were made up of wood and steel, and I wanted to try something new. First we drew the plan (as seen in the pictures). We then started with digging the marked area and then poured concrete in there. We then used concrete cinder blocks to build the walls. This was ultimately followed by tiling and grouting. All in all, it took about 3 weeks to finish, considering that we were only able to give this a few hours every day. Items needed: Sand Cement blocks (total number depends on how many and how high do you want the walls) Cement/concrete mix Tiles Mortar Grout A small counter grill, a large gas grill and a smoker Specifics: The digging was followed by mixing the concrete bags - we had to use about 35 of the 80lb bags. We waited for a few days to let the area completely dry. We then put concrete blocks according to the counter space we needed, and to make sure that the smoker and the gas grill fit as well. We also left some space between our back wall and the grill for safety reasons. We then filled up most of the blocks and spaces with cement. After it had dried well, we mixed up the mortar followed by tiling. Finally, we grouted the tiles, and left it for two days. Last thing was to add some style - we added some pebbles and gravel, and some decorations on top.


Question: For the 'Grilling Area Project,' how many 80lb bags of concrete did you use, and how long did you wait after pouring the concrete?

In the 'Grilling Area Project,' approximately 35 of the 80lb bags of concrete were used, and we waited a few days for the area to completely dry after pouring the concrete.<PIC>


Question: What temperature should I preheat the oven to when making 'Homemade Apple Hand Pies'?

When making 'Homemade Apple Hand Pies,' you should preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.<PIC>


Question: How do you create Mario's face using brown rice and tomato puree in the 'Super Mario Vegan Salad'?

To create Mario's face in the 'Super Mario Vegan Salad,' you'll first separate the cooked brown rice into two bowls. Then, add 4-5 tablespoons of tomato puree to one of the bowls. The brown rice will be used to make his face, nose, and ears, while the red rice will represent his hat.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to create a delicious pumpkin spice ice cream that's perfect for autumn?

Introduction: Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream. <PIC> I was looking for a dessert that was the basic,cake, pie or anything like that. I went to my grandma and she has spoken. She gave me this recipe for chocolate ice cream and I switched out a couple of ingredients to make the pumpkin spice ice cream. It was easy to make and the ingredients are non expensive.  It tasted really good and I hope you can enjoy it too. Step 1: Materials and Ingredients. <PIC> Ingredients:4 cups half and half 2 cups heavy whipping cream 4 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup light brown sugar7 .5 oz canned pumpkin1/2 tsp. nutmeg1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground ginger 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp pumpkin spiceMaterials:Saucepan Large bowlMeasuring cups and spoons2 mixing spoonsPlastic wrapFreezer and a stove Step 2: In the Making. <PIC> DirectionsMix together half and half, heavy cream, white and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.Make sure all sugar is dissolved before removing heat.In a bowl mix together the pumpkin, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger and pumpkin spice. Make sure to mix so all the ingredients are well combined. After the sugar melted in the sauce pan, combine the pumpkin mix with the sugar mix. Make sure everything is well mixed together and smooth.When everything is smooth and with little to no lumps, cover the cream with plastic wrap and put it in the freezer over night. Step 3: Vuala!. <PIC> The sun has risen and the has night fallen, you now may serve your ice cream. Enjoy it while it lasts and I hope you enjoyed it ;)


Question: What ingredients are required for making 'Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream' and how do you combine them in Step 1?

To make 'Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream,' the ingredients needed are 4 cups half and half, 2 cups heavy whipping cream, 4 tsp vanilla extract, 1 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 7.5 oz canned pumpkin, 1/2 tsp nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, and 1 tsp pumpkin spice. In Step 1, these ingredients are combined by mixing the half and half, heavy cream, white sugar, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until all the sugar is dissolved before removing from heat.<PIC>


Question: After my dough has doubled in size for making 'Mall Pretzels,' what temperature should I preheat my oven to, and how do I prepare the baking soda solution?

After your dough has doubled in size for making 'Mall Pretzels,' you should preheat your oven to 425 degrees and prepare a baking soda solution by dissolving the baking soda in hot water.


Question: What’s the best way to incorporate my kids' names into their pancakes?

Introduction: How to Put Your Kids' Names in Their Pancakes. <PIC> I was cooking pancakes one morning and was struck with the idea to put their names in them.  I decided to try it and it was a bit easier than I thought, and the kids loved them.  Ok, well, they liked them (I probably thought they were cooler than they did : P ) but I thought it was a cool way to just put in that extra bit of effort to do something unique for them.  Anyway, here is how to do it. Step 1: Write the Letters. <PIC> I used regular pancake batter, but thickening it up a tiny bit would probably be helpful- not too much because you won't be able to get good detail if it is too thick, but if it is particularly thin you won't be able to get finer lines- they will just run everywhere.  The first thing that I did wrong was to make the lettering face right side up, when in fact it needs to be mirrored so that when you flip the pancakes over and it gets reversed the names or initial or whatever you do with them are readable to the eater.  So, pour the name onto your heated griddle mirrored.  Another thing that I did slightly differently as I went on was to let the letters cook a little bit first, a good 30 seconds or a minute before going to the next step.  Step 2: Finishing Up. <PIC>  After the letters have cooked a minute, go ahead and pour batter over and around them so that all the letters of the name are encased.  You could, of course, just cook the letters by themselves, but I figured the name in a pancake was kind of cool.  Then you flip the pancake as normal, but because you will probably end up with an awkward size or shape, it will be more difficult than a regular round pancake.  One I ended up using two spatulas simultaneously to flip, which was a challenge but (to me) was well worth it for the coolness factor. These were made for Caleb, AJ, Alex and Ben.
Have fun and make your kids feel loved in a yummy way to start the day!


Question: What is the first step to prepare the letters when making 'How to Put Your Kids' Names in Their Pancakes'?

The first step to prepare the letters in 'How to Put Your Kids' Names in Their Pancakes' is to write the letters using pancake batter that is slightly thickened for better detail. It's important not to make it too thick, as that would hinder getting good detail.<PIC>


Question: What’s the process for creating spooky creepy finger cookies that are perfect for Halloween?

Introduction: Spooky Creepy Finger Cookies. <PIC> What a creepy creation perfect for Halloween. Step 1: INGREDIENTS . <PIC>   1 cup butter softened  1 cup confectioner’s sugar  1 teaspoon vanilla extract  2 cups all-purpose flour  1 teaspoon baking powder  1/2 teaspoon salt  1/2 cup pecan   Sprinkle of cinnamon  1 (.75 ounce) tube red decorating gel  1 (.75 ounce) tube black icing  green coloring  toothpick Step 2: DIRECTIONS:. <PIC> Combine the butter, sugar, egg and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Beat together with an electric mixer; gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, continually beating; refrigerate 20 to 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets. Remove dough from refrigerator. Scoop 1 heaped of teaspoon into a piece of waxed paper and using the wax paper to roll the dough into a thin finger-shaped cookie. Press one pecan on one end of each cookie that will serve as a long dirty fingernail. Squeeze cookie near the tip and again near the center of each that will serve as knuckles, then using a toothpick make lines at the same points to help give a more finger-like appearance. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on the knuckles.  On the other variety of finger with blackened nail, replace pecan by squeezing black decorating gel direct on the cookie.For green colored finger, in a small bowl squeeze some green coloring drops and roll the finger shape dough to it. Step 3: . <PIC> Arrange the shaped cookies on the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are slightly golden in color, 20 to 25 minutes.Remove the pecan from the end of each cookie, squeeze a small amount of red decorating gel into the cavity; replace the pecan so this will make the gel to ooze out around the tip of the cookie like a blood. Step 4: . <PIC> So easy but creepy!


Question: What is the procedure for shaping 'Spooky Creepy Finger Cookies' and adding their decorative elements?

To shape 'Spooky Creepy Finger Cookies,' first remove the dough from the refrigerator and scoop 1 heaped teaspoon into a piece of waxed paper. Use the wax paper to roll the dough into a thin finger shape. Press a pecan on one end of each cookie to represent a long, dirty fingernail. Squeeze the dough near the tip and center to create knuckles, and use a toothpick to make lines at these points for a more realistic appearance. Lastly, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on the knuckles for added detail, or use black decorating gel for a variant with a blackened nail.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to combine the delightful flavors of brownies and s'mores in a cupcake format?

Introduction: S'more Brownie Cupcakes. <PIC> I absolutely love brownies and s'mores, so I thought why not combine the two? And I did!  Step 1: Ingredients. <PIC> What you need:For the brownies-
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup Graham cracker crumbs
    -or-
Brownie mixToppings:
Graham cracker crumbs
Large marshmellows
Chocolate chips Step 2: Making the Brownies. <PIC> Directions:
-Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
-In a medium bowl, mix together the oil, sugar, and vanilla. Beat in eggs. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir into the egg mixture until well blended. Now add the graham cracker crumbs, stir until blended.
-Spread the batter evenly into cupcake pan.
-Bake for about 20 minutes
-Remove from oven  Step 3: Adding the S'mores. <PIC> IMMEDIATELY AFTER REMOVING FROM OVEN
-Place one large marshmallow on each brownie cupcake
-Place back in oven for 3 minutes
-Remove from oven
-Poke hole (with a fork) in each marshmallow (allowing it to become sticky)
-Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on each cupcake
-Add a few chocolate chips to each Step 4: The Finale!. <PIC> Allow time to cool, about 5 minutes
Then take a fork and gently the cupcake will come out
Voilà! Mangez!
EAT!


Question: In the recipe for 'S'more Brownie Cupcakes,' what should you do immediately after taking the brownies out of the oven?

Immediately after taking the brownies out of the oven in the recipe for 'S'more Brownie Cupcakes,' you should place one large marshmallow on each brownie cupcake and then put them back in the oven for 3 minutes.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to create a luscious Hawaiian lilikoi butter that can enhance a variety of dishes?

Introduction: Hawaiian Lilikoi Butter - the Ultimate Butter You Never Had. . Living in Hawaii I grew up with lilikoi butter as a staple in our home. It was always in the fridge ready to be topped on whatever my heart desired. It was only after moving to the mainland that I realized that most people have no clue what it is. And boy are you all missing out!Lilikoi is more commonly known as passion fruit. This is however nothing like a fruit butter which does not contain any butter at all. Although called Lilikoi butter it is actually a curd made with Passion fruit juice, butter, sugar, and eggs.  Very simple to make and it keeps well in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks.Once you try it on toast, pancakes, or crepes you will wonder why you never heard of it before! Step 1: Gather You Ingredients. 1/2 Cup passion fruit juice2/3 Cup sugar (Add more to taste)3 Eggs6 Tablespoons Butter You will need a sauce pan and glass bowl for a double boiler. A whisk and a strainer.Here is a great video on how to juice lilikoi.Finding fresh passion fruit isn't very easy to do so frozen pulp or puree is your next best bet. Juice concentrate will also work. This Goya brand can be found in Hispanic markets which is what I used. You might also find different brands that will say Parcha or Maracuja which means passion fruit. I found this on amazon but it is spendy. If you do get your hands on fresh lilikoi, cut them in half and scoop everything into a food processor and pulse for a couple seconds. Pour over a sieve and press down on the seeds the extract as much of the juice as possible. It will take about 5-8 lilikoi for 1/2 cup of juice. Discard the seeds. Step 2: Cooking Directions. Fill your pot with an inch of water, bring to a simmer.First you will pour the eggs, sugar and juice in a glass bowl and whisk until combined. Then cut the butter into cubes and add to the other ingredientsPlace the bowl onto the pot with the simmering water. Stir consistently until the liquid thickens. You will know it's done when the butter coats the back of a spoon. Strain the butter to make sure you get a smooth creamy consistency. Place plastic wrap directly on top of the butter to prevent a skin from forming.Let cool, then refrigerate.*There are other ways to make curds but the double boiler helps prevent the eggs from scrambling. Another option is to place all the ingredients except for the eggs into a sauce pan and heat, then add some of the heated liquid to the eggs to temper them, then pour it all back into the sauce pan and stir until thickened.  Step 3: Lilikoi Butter Uses. Here are some of the amazing ways to use Lilikoi Butter:Spread on toast'Syrup' for pancakes or crepesFrosting on cake top Filling for donutsTartsParfaitsThe options are endless. Lilikoi is a great substitute for lemon recipes. Lilikoi lemon bars, Lilikoi meringue pie, etc. It is such a fun and delicious way to switch things up. Not to mention it also makes the perfect homemade holiday present. Pour in a sanitized mason jar and decorate to your liking. :)


Question: What initial ingredients do I need to gather to make 'Hawaiian Lilikoi Butter - the Ultimate Butter You Never Had'?

To make 'Hawaiian Lilikoi Butter - the Ultimate Butter You Never Had,' the initial ingredients you need are 1/2 Cup passion fruit juice, 2/3 Cup sugar, 3 Eggs, and 6 Tablespoons Butter.


Question: What is the best way to create a fun football-themed bento for kids?

Introduction: Football Bento. <PIC> To celebrate FIFA WORLD CUP 2014 in Brazil, I made this bento for my 14months old daughter. Step 1: Football Shirts Nugget. <PIC> For the nugget, please refer my previous post "Chick Nugget".https://www.instructables.com/id/Chick-nugget/For the yellow shirt, I combined mayonnaise, curry powder and a hint of ketchup. The green details were made of cucumber skin. If not for kids, mustard and mayonnaise may work. For the red shirt, just applied ketchup and made "10" number with thinly cut seaweed paper.The green one was made of mayonnaise and seaweed powder.  Step 2: Football Rice Balls. <PIC> IngredientsCooked Japanese Rice (Sushi Rice)  Black Paper (seaweed paper)  Sour Plum if available Directions1. Put a sheet of cling film on your palm and put some amount of rice. As I made them for a toddler this time, the portion is very small. 2. Put a tiny portion of sour plum and cover it with some rice.3. Close the cling film and make a flat round shape.4. Cut black paper into pieces of pentagon.5. Apply the blackpaper pieces on the surface of a rice ball like football patches.


Question: How do you form football rice balls for 'Football Bento'?

To form football rice balls for 'Football Bento,' you put a sheet of cling film on your palm, add some cooked Japanese rice, place a tiny portion of sour plum in the center, cover it with more rice, and then shape it into a flat round shape.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare the potatoes for making 'Truffled Mashed Potatoes With Wild Mushrooms' to achieve a desirable texture?

To prepare the potatoes for 'Truffled Mashed Potatoes With Wild Mushrooms,' they should be steamed until they are soft enough to fall apart when touched with a fork. Using a ricer to mash the potatoes is recommended for achieving the best texture.<PIC>


Question: After baking the cookie crusts for 10 minutes while making 'Pomegranate Cake Tarts,' what steps should you take before adding the cake batter?

After baking the cookie crusts for 10 minutes, you should flatten them with a fork if they have risen. Then, you can pour the cake batter into each of the cookie crusts, ensuring a bit of overfilling is fine as long as the pan is greased well.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to prepare a refreshing Lemon Drop cocktail at home?

Introduction: Bartending for Beginners: Lemon Drop. <PIC> The Lemon Drop cocktail is considered by many to be the equivalent of hard lemon candy and alcohol form. It has become a base for several other different drinks including jello shots and moonshine. Today I'm going to be showing you how to make the drink that started all these. The lemon drop is a tart drink that is sure to please all the lemon lovers out there Step 1: Supplies. <PIC> To make a lemon drop, you'll need the following supplies.Vodka Lemon juiceTriple secSimple Syrup Drink shakerLemonIce Step 2: Add Ingredients. <PIC> Begin by filling the shaker half full with ice. you then pour one ounce of vodka one ounce of lemon juice and one ounce of triple sec into your shaker. Shake thoroughly until mixed. Step 3: Pour and Add Garnish . <PIC> Because of the small size of this drink some shoes to take it in a chilled shot glass. I however, prefer to make it and serve it in a shooter glass along with a slice of lemon in the drink as a garnish. The lemon gives a little extra color and adds just an extra bit of tart flavor. Use a sharp knife to slice off some lemon peel (with a bit of lemon) and drop it into your drink. Step 4: Enjoy!. <PIC> There you have it this simple drink is quick to make and doesn't require a lot of ingredients. Despite its simplicity is sure to pucker a few faces and get lots of positive feedback. Thanks for reading!


Question: What ingredients do you add to the shaker for making a 'Lemon Drop,' and how should you combine them?

For making a 'Lemon Drop,' you should pour one ounce of vodka, one ounce of lemon juice, and one ounce of triple sec into your shaker, and then shake them thoroughly until mixed.<PIC>


Question: How should the ribbons be prepared for inserting into the straw when making 'Mini Maypole Cakes'?

For making 'Mini Maypole Cakes,' the ribbons should be layered on top of each other, folded in half, and twisted slightly before being inserted into the straw.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to craft a delightful Croquembouche Cupcake from scratch?

Introduction: Croquembouche Cupcake. <PIC>
          This adorable cupcake is decorated to look like a miniature Croquembouche, the traditional French wedding cake consisting of cream puffs held together with a delicious web of caramel.
To make this cupcake, you'll need:
		1 Standard Size Cupcake
		1 Sugar Cone
		Vanilla Frosting
		Caramel Frosting
		Small round candies or halved jelly beans
		Caramel Squares
Begin by frosting the cupcake with vanilla frosting. Then frost the sugar cone with caramel frosting. Place the sugar cone on top of the cupcake and cover it with the round candies. I used halved jelly beans. Melt the caramel squares in the microwave. Using the tines of a fork, drizzle the caramel around the candy-covered cone. These make great wedding favors.


Question: What is the best way to prepare the sugar cone for the Croquembouche Cupcake before placing it on top of the cupcake?

The best way to prepare the sugar cone for the Croquembouche Cupcake is to frost it with caramel frosting before placing it on top of the cupcake.<PIC>


Question: What ingredients are added to the boiled cauliflower pieces in Step 3 of the 'Spicy Gobi Dry' recipe to prepare the masala?

In Step 3 of the 'Spicy Gobi Dry' recipe, the ingredients added to the boiled cauliflower pieces to prepare the masala include cornstarch, gram flour, salt, chilli powder, and chicken masala, which should be mixed thoroughly.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to prepare a delicious hot and spicy fish curry that’s bursting with flavor?

Introduction: Hot & Spicy Fish Curry. <PIC> Fish curry is a famous South Indian recipe.It is very spicy and it has rich flavor. The dish is usually rested for some time and then eaten as it helps the fish in absorbing the flavors into it and makes it more juicy and soft.It goes extremely good with rice, dosa and rotis.On healthy side, fishes are rich in iron, calcium; provide good vitamins with less carbohydrate and cholesterol. It makes wonderful addition to any nutritious diet. Traditionally it's cooked in clay or earthen pot which enhances the taste. So if you have earthen pot,please use it. Step 1: Shopping List. <PIC> Fish - 1/2 kg (1 lbs)  * I used Salmon fishTo grind:Coconut  - 1 cup (grated) Onion      - 1 (chopped roughly) Garlic      - 2 pods Red chilli Powder - 2 Tbsp Coriander Powder - 1 TbspTo temperOil   - 1 1/2  Fenugreek - 1 tsp Garlic  - 4 pods (chopped) Ginger  - 1 inch (chopped) Turmeric Powder - 1 tsp Tamarind - Lemon sized Tomato  - 1 (chopped roughly) Green Chilli -  5  Curry Leaves - a sprig Coriander Leaves - 2 Tbsp (chopped roughly) Salt -as requiredPrepare the Ingredients. I always clean fish and rinse it with turmeric and salt which helps to remove microbes and impurities. Step 2: Grinding Paste. <PIC> Heat the Pan and add 1 cup of grated coconut in the pan and fry it.  Add the Onion and Garlic pods, saute untill onion turns transparent and light golden colour.  Switch off the stove Add the Red chilli powder and Coriander powder in it, mix well and let it cools Grind it smoothly using blender/mixture and keep the paste aside. Step 3: Making Gravy . <PIC> Heat oil in pan and add fenugreek.Then add chopped garlic and ginger. Saute for 1 minute. Add turmeric powder and mix well Then add the grinded paste and saute it for 10 minutes Add enough water, salt and add the tamarind and let it boil for 15 - 25 minutes. Step 4: Add Fish and Finish Curry. <PIC> When oil gets separated, add fish pieces into the boiling gravyand let it boil for 5 - 8 minutes. Switch off the flame. Now add the tomato, green chilli, curry leaves and oil. Cover it with lid and let it cool down. Serve after an hour at least. That will help the fish and tomato to cook well. Garnish them with Coriander leaves.Serve with rice.NotesThe fish usually will cook faster so be careful not to break or dissolve them. So after adding fish don't boil them longer.Try to use Sesame oil as it gives great flavors to the fish curry. This curry even tastes better the next day.


Question: In the second step of making 'Hot & Spicy Fish Curry,' which specific ingredients are ground together to create the paste, and what is the method for preparing this paste?

In the second step of making 'Hot & Spicy Fish Curry,' you need to grind together 1 cup of grated coconut, 1 chopped onion, and 2 garlic pods. The preparation method involves heating the grated coconut in a pan until it is fried, adding the onion and garlic pods to sauté until the onion turns transparent and light golden. After cooling, you mix in red chili powder and coriander powder before grinding everything smoothly.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to prepare a delicious onion cream sauce chicken that combines rich flavors?

Introduction: Onion Cream Sauce Chicken Recipe. <PIC> Ingredients:500g chicken breast350ml cream5 onions1 bunch spring onionscurry, salt, pepper Step 1: Preparation. <PIC> Cut the onions & sprin onions in small rings and half moons. Cut the chicken in flat pieces and lay them on a oven plate. Add salt, pepper, curry & oil to the onions and mix it. Pour the onions over the chicken and put it in the oven at 180 degrees celsius circulating air for about 20 minutes. Add the spring onions to the cream and sprinkle salt, pepper & curry to it. Step 2: Finish. <PIC> Give the spring onion curry cream mix on the plate and put it back in the oven for another 20 minutes to finish it. Enjoy it with rice, noodle, potatoes or? Look at my other work. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClE2pnTDfDwsbUnawJ7tl6Q


Question: In the 'Onion Cream Sauce Chicken Recipe,' how should the chicken and onions be prepared before cooking?

In the 'Onion Cream Sauce Chicken Recipe,' the chicken should be cut into flat pieces and arranged on an oven plate. The onions should be sliced into small rings and half moons, mixed with salt, pepper, curry, and oil, and then poured over the chicken before cooking.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to whip up a delicious plate of Chinese fried rice?

Introduction: Chinese Fried Rice. <PIC> Food craving at 1am of night? Want a quick fix? Try this recipe but make sure you stock up your things before hand.This is a recipe which my Chinese aunt gave to me. This dish is popular in her family. It's full of proteins , carbs and fibre. I hope you like it. Step 1: Ingredients. <PIC> Green onions ( 6 tablespoons, I froze mine)Boiled rice (1cup) ( make sure you boiled them ahead of time e.g a day ago)Cabbage (hand full)One eggCapsicum ( yellow and red I used) 2 tablespoons Chilli flakesSaltBlack pepper Oregano seasoning I used sachets of dominos for chilli flakes and oregano seasoning ( feel free to omit it)  Step 2: Cooking . <PIC> Add the raw egg in the rice and coat them well. Keep your vegetables ready if they are fresh. Now add oil in your vok and make it hot. Add your rice egg mixture and keep tossing. Making sure the rice don't stick together with each other as well as they don't break. It's best to avoid the spatula or any other kitchen utensil in the beginning. Toss the rice in the air above the pan. Use spatula if there are some stubborn lumps. Now once the rice begun to separate, add your salt, chilli flakes, oregano seasoning and toss well. Once each grain of  rice is separate from another and it's no more sticky ( make sure your rice are not mushy or too hard due to over cooking. ) add in your vegetables. Toss and cook but make sure there crispness retained. During this whole cooking,my flame was on high and I manually changed it when it was needed. Plate your rice out in a bowl. Your food for one is ready :D Step 3: Final Thoughts. <PIC> This makes your tummy full and it's pretty quick meal. You can use almost any vegetable you have at home. Or simply use egg rice and spices to make easy fried rice. I hope you enjoyed it.


Question: In the recipe for 'Chinese Fried Rice,' how should the vegetables be prepared before adding them to the rice?

In the recipe for 'Chinese Fried Rice,' the vegetables should be kept ready if they are fresh before adding them to the rice mixture.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to whip up a quick and delicious nute soup in just 15 minutes?

Introduction: Cheap and Lazy Nute Soup 15 Mins Done. hi all, so one pot cooking at its totally basics. one chop with a knife, no fiddly temperatures. all the nutrition of meat and veg and versatile enough to accommodate everyone's tastes.really cheap, extremely difficult to burn and 15 mins from pan to man ( or woman )to make this as i have you will need  approx amounts as i do not measure exactly:one small onion, halfed and peeled4 mushrooms3 cloves of garlic.1ts pepper corns 1/4 ghost chilli ( for that warming feeling.)1 ts of season all300g  cheap frozen veg ( the small little bits )water to cover your given amount  1 packet of soya mince, aprox 25g dried250 ml milk bacon oil in the bottom of the pan is optional or a pinch of real salt as a substituteso the method : throw onion in the pan with the mushrooms, cheap frozen veg and garlic add boiling water to just cover the veg. add season all, pepper and chilli once near the boil or at the boil add the soya mince,leave at the boil ( as long as it doesn't try to escape the pan all is good)cook/ torture  for 10 mins, occasional stir doesn't harmget out the stick blender and attack the big lumps.add milk and blend to hide your laziness and infuse all those healthy flavors.and pour/ ladle into a eating vessel of choice.pre pair to be amazed!so in my vid i decided originally to add chicken gravy so it would have been a so lazy chicken and vegbut season all did the job lovely.  you can add marmite for a beefy veg soup.cream for cream of veg.jerk seasoning for jerk veg soup.curry powder for you guessed it curry soupbasically any flavor you like.This is very good to make when you have unexpected guests for dinner and need a bulker to a meal or just too lazy / hungry to wait.i hoped you found this slightly amusing and it goes to show that breaking pretty much every rule for cooking can create something not half bad and filling and healthy.thanks                Step 1: .


Question: What should be done with the frozen butter when making 'Buttermilk Biscuits' before adding it to the dry ingredients?

For making 'Buttermilk Biscuits,' the frozen butter should be shredded in a food processor using the shred attachment before being added to the dry ingredients.<PIC>


Question: What are the best techniques to enhance instant ramen noodles for a delicious meal?

Introduction: Better Ramen Noodles. <PIC> if you follow the instructions on the package, it tastes too salty, leaving you thirsty, just noddles. but with a little tweaking you can create an amazing meal. Step 1: Out With the Old in the New. <PIC> those little "flavor" packets that look like condoms, throw them out, don't even open them. mom's thanks giving left overs have more flavor. Step 2: Start Boiling Water. <PIC> boil some water. i used a larger pot because im planing on adding more meat, leftovers. Step 3: Add Meat. <PIC> add some ramen, once the ramen is done, add your leftovers, and let them boil( this cooks them) Step 4: Strain and Eat. <PIC> strain your ramen, put the ramen and meat in a dish and enjoy


Question: What should you do with the flavor packets that come with the ramen noodles when making 'Better Ramen Noodles'?

When making 'Better Ramen Noodles,' you should throw out the flavor packets that come with the ramen noodles, as they lack flavor compared to leftovers.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare a colorful and delicious array of grilled rainbow vegetables for a barbecue?

Introduction: Grilled Rainbow Vegetables. <PIC> After seeing some yummy looking veggie skewers on pinterest, my partner and I knew we needed to make a version of our own.This easy recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next barbecue. Step 1: Ingredients. <PIC> For the veggie skewers, you will need:Bell peppers (red, orange and yellow)ZucchiniRed onionCherry tomatoesBeetsYou can substitute in any of your favourite vegetables or whatever you have on hand.For the marinade, you'll need:1 cup oil (we used canola oil)2 cups white vinegar½ cup balsamic vinegar1 ½ tsp cayenne pepper (you can use less if you don't want spicy skewers)3 cloves of garlic2 tbsp paprika1 tbsp basil Step 2: Make the Skewers. <PIC> Wash the vegetables and chop them into nice big chunks. (Peel the beets before cutting them)If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak the skewers in water so they won't burn on the grill.Skewer the vegetable pieces following ROY G. BIV (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet), or as close to it as you can, for a rainbow effect. Step 3: Marinade. <PIC> Mince the garlic and mix it with all the marinade ingredients in a dish that will fit your skewers.Leave the vegetable skewers in the marinade for at least 30 minutes. Step 4: Grill and Enjoy!. <PIC> Heat up your barbecue.Grill the skewers, rotating them occasionally.It is tempting to grill the vegetables on high heat, but if you have included beets on your skewers you will want to keep the temperature lower so they will have time to cook properly. (If you don't like crunchy beets, you could precook them)


Question: What is the recommended preparation method for the vegetable skewers when making 'Grilled Rainbow Vegetables'?

To prepare the vegetable skewers for 'Grilled Rainbow Vegetables,' wash the vegetables and chop them into nice big chunks. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water to prevent burning on the grill.<PIC>


Question: What are the steps involved in preparing the pumpkin for making 'Pumpkin Pie Baked in a Pumpkin'?

To prepare the pumpkin for making 'Pumpkin Pie Baked in a Pumpkin,' you need to thoroughly wash the pumpkin, dry it with a towel, cut off the top, and remove the guts while saving the seeds. Then, wash the seeds in a colander and place them on a clean dish towel or paper towel to dry.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare a delicious damson tart that everyone will love?

Introduction: Damson Tart (Zwetschgendatschi). <PIC> This is a easy to make and much loved family recipe.
I will first give you introductions for a yeast dough but you could also use shortcrust. Step 1: Ingredients. <PIC> Dough
- 250 g Flour  + some extra                                                  2 cups flour + some extra
- 1 Egg                                                                                1 Egg
- 2 Tbs Sugar                                                                          2 Tbs Sugar
- Salt                                                                                Salt
- Yeast (fresh or dried, your choice)                                   Yeast
- 125 ml Milk                                                                           1/2 cup Milk
- 60 g Butter (about...)                                                           1/4 cup Butter
This amount will be enough for one baking trayDamsons
- 1 Kg Damsons    (up to 1,5 Kg)                                         2,2 pounds Damsons (up to 2,8 pounds)
- Breadcrumbs
- Sugar
- Cinnamon
Also you will need:
- 1 large mixing bowl
- a clean surface where you can knead the dough
- a clean cloth or tea towel to cover the dough
- 1 smaller pot to heat milk in
- 1 larger pot for your pitted Damsons
- rolling pin
- 1 baking tray Step 2: The Dough. <PIC> - heat  Milk and Butter until the Butter is molten.
- incorporate Egg, Sugar and Salt.
- mix together Flour and Yeast ( or do what ever is stated on your Yeast packet)
- when your Milk/Butter/Sugar/Egg/Salt mixture has cooled to lukewarm mix it with the Flour/Yeast mixture
  stir all the time while slowly pouring the liquid in.
- Take the dough out on a floured board, flour you hands and knead it. If the dough is very wet add some more flour. If it is to dry you can    try to carefully get some  water  in by kneading it with wet hands.
- go on kneading until the dough is not sticky anymore and until it feels like a kind of soft velvet
- put the dough back in the bowl, cover and set aside for about an hour. Step 3: Preparing the Damsons. <PIC> - Wash and pit your Damsons
- halve them and cut every half in the middle without fully separating the quarters
- sprinkle with some sugar Step 4: Bring Everything Together. <PIC>
	- Preheat your oven ( 180°C / ~350°F)
	- put some baking paper on your tray
	- put your dough on a lightly floured surface and knock it down once
	- get your rolling pin, flour it and start rolling out the dough. This might be a bit difficult as the dough will probably be quite elastic but in   the end you will succeed :) Transfer the rolled dough to your baking tray and bring it to the right size by dragging it to the corners.
	- punch it a few times with a fork
	- sprinkle the dough generously with breadcrumbs
	- take your prepared Damsons and lay them out an the dough skin facing the dough. Do so as if you would lay out tiles on a roof. So that the second row covers a part of the first.
	- sprinkle some more breadcrumbs (you could also take some almond slivers) on top
	- put in oven for 3/4 hour
	- when finished take out and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon to taste
	- serve lukewarm or cold / with or without cream ;) Step 5: Enjoy. <PIC>


Question: What are the steps to wash and prepare Damsons for the 'Damson Tart (Zwetschgendatschi)' recipe?

To prepare the Damsons for the 'Damson Tart (Zwetschgendatschi)' recipe, you need to wash and pit the Damsons, halve them, and cut each half in the middle without fully separating the quarters. Finally, sprinkle them with some sugar.<PIC>


Question: What are the steps to create refreshing ice cold bottles perfect for a hot summer day?

Introduction: Icecold Bottles!. <PIC> This is not a build, it hardly even qualifies as a recipe, but it's a great tip I use intensevily during the summer. Actually my father in law just mentioned it one day, so it might not be a revolutionary new idea, but a great idea none the less.Note: In the summer heat, they do get quite wet on the outside, so please consider using a coaster if put on furniture.ATTENTION!Some claim that freezing water in plasticbottles, releases dioxin, and is therefore toxic.Just as many claim it to be a hoax, or an urban myth.Including this guy, witch to me looks pretty credible.http://www.jhsph.edu/publichealthnews/articles/halden_dioxins.htmlPlease search the internet for info, and make up your own mind about this matter. Step 1: Recycle.. <PIC> Recycle your singleuse waterbottles, they're perfect for this. The more bottles you have, the longer it will be, before you have to 'reload' them.
Clean and rinse, proceed to Step 2. Step 2: Just Add Water.... <PIC> Now fill each one 1/3 - 1/2 with tap water.
The more water you add, the longer the cooling obviously will last.
Of course you will have less room for liquid water, but if you're near a tap, you just refill when empty, and wait a moment for it to cool. Step 3: Freeze.... <PIC> Put the bottles in your freezer, lieing down. This will get you the fastest cooling.
I guess if you freeze them standing, you will get slower cooling, but maybe over a longer period of time. I didn't test it. Step 4: When Cooling's Needed.. <PIC> Grab a frozen bottle from the freezer, maybe add a little flavor, and then fill up with tab water.
Wait a few minutes.....cold drink ready. Step 5: Get Some Work Done.. <PIC> Chopping through one foot of recycled concrete gravel, compressed by a 500 kg vibrator, does make one need a cool drink on a hot sunny day. (making flowerbeds, btw)


Question: What preparation steps should be taken with single-use water bottles before using them to make 'icecold-bottles!'?

Before using single-use water bottles to make 'icecold-bottles!', they should be recycled, cleaned, and rinsed thoroughly.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to craft a wine spike that elegantly holds both wine glasses and bottles?

Introduction: Easy Build Wine Spike. <PIC> Summer is for catching up with friends, old and new, over some home cooked food and good wine . . . .I don't know about you but as the hours pass and numbers dwindle I always end up settled down in some comfy garden chair chatting. At the end of my first glass of vino I then go in search of more vino and a wine spike.The wine spike is a "holder" that I dreamt up one afternoon when I realised that I had poured far too much wine into the lawn. It can hold a glass of wine securely along the bottle of wine (my favourite) or just glasses or wine.  Step 1: Materials. <PIC> I love projects that are simple so this one especially strikes a cord. The only thing you need is a board that is approximately 1000mm long by 100mm wide. Thickness is whatever you have, be it 10mm or 25mm, all will work.Ultimately you need to have 3 pieces of wood approximately the following lengths, the same width and ideally the same thickness but it not this is not the end of the world :-)Upright approximately 400mm longBottom support approximately 150mm longTop support approximately 200mm long Step 2: Wine Bottle Holder. <PIC> As part of the research into this project I did intensive testing of wine bottles and their contents. The benefit was that when I came to cutting the hole to retain the wine bottle I was fully aware of size variations and knew that a 90mm diameter hole would be good for most bottles.So I loaded an appropriately sized cutter into my pillar drill, clamped the wood securely to the stand and started to cut the hole. Hole cutters have a central drill bit that helps align the cutter and this means that when you have drilled down 3/4 of the distance you can flip the wood over and complete the cut. The benefit of this is that you reduce the amount of splintering or breakout that occurs on the surface. Step 3: Cutting the Joints. <PIC> The wood I have used for this build is a 1 metre piece of oak board left over from another project. The benefit of this is that the width and thickness are going to be consistent along the whole board.This means that it is an ideal project to use half lap joints on. A half lap joint is one where you remove half the material each of the two pieces of wood that you wish to cross over.So the starting point is to get the width of the wood, halve it and add a little bit back on  :-)  So for my project the width of the wood was 98mm. Half of that is 49mm and I added an extra 2mm back on to ensure that when the join comes together the edges of the wood are nice and flush with each other. I will be cutting out 51mm of material in each half of the joint.To cut the joints by hand you would mark out where you want it on the wood and use a tenon saw to remove the bulk of the material before cleaning and final sizing with a sharp chisel.I am fortunate enough to have a table saw so I will be using this to make the joints because it is nice and quick. The table saw method involved adjusting the height of the blade so that is protrudes 51mm. With the mitre gauge set to cut 90 degrees to the blade, the wood is run over the blade, returned to its original position and moved along so that the next pass removes the next bit of wood. I repeat this until all but a very small slither of wood remains to be removed. I can then test to see if the wood slides over the other piece and know how much I need to remove to make a nice snug fit.Two halving joints are required on the upright and one each in the middle of the remaining two pieces. Step 4: Wine Glass Holder. <PIC> The top of the wine spike at this point has the large hole for the wine bottle and the housing joint.By replacing the wooden disc cut out previously you can work out the distance from the centre of the hole to the side of the joint. This is the distance from the other side of the joint where you will create the wine glass holder hole.So the hole cutter is replaced by a forstner bit in the pillar drill and the hole is started to be drilled out. Before you go all the way though you need to take a perpendicular line from the centre point to the side of the wood. This is where you will be making a break in the wood that the wine glass stem will pass through.When the hole is finally cut all the way through, I took the wood and run it through the table saw a couple more time to create the break. Step 5: Finishing Touches. <PIC> Just a couple of small finishing touches needed now; all pieces were given a light sanding and the bottom of the upright was trimmed to create a spike that will go into the ground. A bit of oil wiped over the wood and it is complete.Slot the 3 pieces together, stick it in your lawn and you are ready to go . . . . Variations of this would be :make it as a double wine glass holder with no bottle make it single sidedround over all the edges


Question: For making the 'Easy Build Wine Spike,' what diameter should I drill the hole for the wine bottle to ensure a good fit?

To make the 'Easy Build Wine Spike,' you should drill the hole for the wine bottle to a diameter of 90mm.<PIC>


Question: What’s the process for making delicious homemade cheese curds?

Introduction: Cheese Curds. <PIC> Gotta have fried cheese curds when the Packers are in the Super Bowl. Fresh cheese curds can not be found in Denver. We decided to make our own!
Steelers fans, here's one for you: Devonshire Sammies.Ingredients
1 Pint Skim Milk
1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
1/8 Cup Lemon Juice
salt Step 1: Heat. <PIC>
		Combine the milk and cream,
		Heat in a saucepan over medium heat until it is about to boil, around 190 F. Step 2: Curdle. <PIC>
		Remove the saucepan from heat.
		Allow milk to cool slightly, about two minutes.
		Add the lemon juice to the milk, gently stir to mix. Step 3: Separate. <PIC>
		Allow the milk mixture to cool to room temperature, this will take an hour or two.
		Line a fine mesh sieve with cheese cloth.
		Pour the milk through the cheese cloth catching the cheese curds.
		Allow liquid to drain.
		Salt to taste
		Form a ball. wrapping cheese cloth around the curd. Gently squeeze out liquid. Step 4: Press and Firm. <PIC>
		Place the cheese cloth wrapped curd in between two plates.
		Set a heavy can on top of the upper place.
		Refrigerate until cheese curd is firm, occasionally dumping drained liquid. This step will take 3-5 hours. Step 5: Cut and Prepare. <PIC>
		Remove the curd from the cheese cloth.
		Cut your fresh cheese curds into the desired sizes.
		Prepare. Cheese curds are used in different ways:

				Battered and Fried
				Poutine
				Crumbed on Salads
				Enjoyed plain
				etc...
		To batter and fry as pictured on the first page:

				Mix equal parts chicken broth (or beer) and flour.
				Dip curds in batter and fry between 400 and 450 F. Be sure to use an oil with a high smoke point, such as refined peanut oil.
				When curds float, remove and cool on a paper towel lined plate.


Question: After pouring the milk mixture through the cheese cloth and catching the cheese curds for making cheese curds, what should you do with the curds?

After pouring the milk through the cheese cloth and catching the cheese curds, you should allow the liquid to drain, then salt the curds to taste, and finally form a ball by wrapping the cheese cloth around the curd and gently squeezing out any remaining liquid.<PIC>


Question: What is the best way to prepare a delicious cheddar beer soup that's perfect for gatherings?

Introduction: Cheddar Beer Soup. <PIC> Super yummy beer and cheese soup that won't win any health awards, but it is perfect for game night. Step 1: Sauteing the Veggies. <PIC> 1/2 cup butter
3 celery ribs
1 medium onion
1/4 cup plus 3 TB flour
8 ounces extra sharp cheddar
4 ounces monterey jack cheese
3/4 cup heavy cream
5 cups stock (chicken or veggie)
12 oz beer (hefeweizen or blonde style)
salt and pepper to taste
green onion (optional for garnish)
large soup pot
immersion blender (if you prefer smooth soup)
1. Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium low heat.2. Chop up the celery and onion and add to the butter. If you aren't blending your soup, you will probably want to chop the veggies finer than I did in the photo.3. Cook the mixture over medium heat until the onions are translucent. Step 2: To Blend or Not to Blend?. <PIC> 1. I prefer most of my soups to be smooth, so I used an immersion blender to puree my veggies. This is of course optional.2. Slowly add the flour to the veggie mixture and stir until there are no lumps. Cook for at least 5 minutes.3. While the flour/veggie base is cooking, heat up your stock and beer in another pot. Step 3: Adding the Beer!. <PIC> Slowly add some of the warm stock-beer mixture into the flour-veggie mixture and whisk until smooth. Add in the remaining stock, cream and cheese. Allow the soup to simmer 10-20 minutes. Step 4: Enjoy!. <PIC> You can serve the soup with more cheese and green onion to garnish or just plain. This soup pairs well with crusty bread or even as a dip for french fries!


Question: In the recipe for 'Cheddar Beer Soup,' how should the flour be added to the veggie mixture, and how long should it be cooked?

In 'Cheddar Beer Soup,' the flour should be slowly added to the veggie mixture and stirred until there are no lumps. It should be cooked for at least 5 minutes.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to create adorable little mice treats that everyone will love?

Introduction: Cute Little Mice -with Vegan Option!!-. <PIC> This cute little mice are the perfect surprise for kids' party or halloween party! The recipe needs only 2 basic ingredients and you can easily ''veganize'' it....!!!!If you want to make the non-vegan recipe you need for about 20 mice:300gr cocoa biscuits  100gr cream cheese (like Philadelphia)  1 tbsp. of jam of your choice if needed  1 or 2 tube of Smarties (it depends on the colour pairs) Sugared silver confetti for eyes and noses Some pieces of liquorice candies for tailsIf you wish to make the vegan version you need just to replace all the above ingredients with suitable for vegans (no diary, no eggs)300gr of suitable for vegans cocoa biscuits  100gr silken soft tofu (If I can advice, this is really good for this recipe http://eu.iherb.com/Mori-Nu-Silken-Tofu-Soft-12-oz...1 tbsp. of jam of your choice if needed  About 20 pairs of coloured sugared peanuts wich don't contain milk chocolate (like those that are used in wedding favours) Sugared silver confetti for eyes and nosesSome pieces of liquorice candies for tails (make sure they don't contain gelatin bacause it isn't vegan) Step 1: Smash 'em All..!!. <PIC> Smash the cookies: use a food processor or a roller pin to make a fine cookie powderAdd the cream cheese or tofu and mix very well to make a soft and easily workable doughIf the dough makes crackes, add the jam to help the dough to stick togetherMake some egg like little balls Step 2: Make Eyes, Noses and Tails. <PIC> Add 3 edible sugar confetti for the eyes and the noseStick a little piece of liquorice candy for tailHelp yourself with a knife to make holes for the earsYour beautiful creation is done!! Not only kids but also adults will go crazy for this cute little creatures!Success at your party guaranteed...!! ^_^


Question: In the recipe for 'Cute Little Mice with Vegan Option,' how can I ensure that the dough is workable while making the mice?

To ensure that the dough is workable when making the 'Cute Little Mice with Vegan Option,' if you notice any cracks in the dough, you can add jam to help it stick together.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to create delicious chocolate Powerberries at home?

Introduction: Chocolate Powerberries. <PIC>
          I recently tried Trader Joe's dark chocolate Powerberries- a blend of superfruits encased in dark chocolate. The ingredients were listed, so I decided to try my hand. Though not quite as store-able or visually appealing as the original, I think you'll find this copycat recipe captures the essence and flavor!Ingredients:Blueberry concentrate*
Pomegranate concentrate*
Cranberry concentrate*
Acai concentrate*
Gelatine
Dark chocolate
*As you can see in my ingredients picture, I used various methods for obtaining concentrate. Where I had access to fresh fruit, I made fruit concentrate (here's how). When there was pure, 100% juice available, I used the same instructable (the freezing method). The acai, I could only find in blended juices. However, Whole Foods sells a freeze-dried powder which I used instead.
		Mix juice. The proportions I used: 1/4 cup each blueberry, pomegranate, and cranberry concentrates; 1 tablespoon acai.
		Make gummies according to my gummies Instructable. Pour them as small as possible into molds, or pour thinly into a rectangular pan and cut them apart into little chunks. Probably the chunk method works best- the ones I put in molds came out thin and wide, which made them difficult to embed in chocolates. Don't coat them in sugar or corn starch after removing them from molds.
		Heat dark chocolate in a double boiler. (About one bar of chocolate should cover enough candies to fill a Ziploc bag.)
		When chocolate is sufficiently melted, pour it into lightly greased molds(I recommend a mold for break-apart hard candy, the hexagonal mold shown) . Do not fill the molds completely! Do a little at a time (on my mold, a couple of rows at once), then press a chunk of powerberry gummy into the middle. Use your finger to pat some of the chocolate over the top to cover it. (This will be messy.)
		Cool in the refrigerator for a short while, until chocolate is firm.
		Carefully remove from molds. Eat! Or store in refrigerator.
They aren't quite as pretty as the Trader Joe's version, but they're definitely delicious, and ..arguably healthy? We'll settle for: you know exactly what goes in them, so make your own nutrition facts.
Enjoy! Eat responsibly.I also made some dark chocolate "Power Stars" with a lot more gummy to chocolate! They're in the last picture.


Question: What steps should I follow to prepare the dark chocolate for coating the gummy candies in my Chocolate Powerberries recipe?

To prepare the dark chocolate for coating the gummy candies in your Chocolate Powerberries recipe, you need to heat the dark chocolate in a double boiler until it is sufficiently melted. Once melted, pour the chocolate into lightly greased molds.<PIC>


Question: What are the necessary ingredients and steps to mix the dough for 'The Lonely Cookie Mountain'?

To make 'The Lonely Cookie Mountain,' the necessary ingredients to mix the dough include 3/4 cup butter, 1 cup superfine white sugar, 2 eggs, 2 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Begin by creaming the butter with sugar until they are well incorporated and fluffy. Then, beat in the eggs and gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until the mixture is uniform.<PIC>


Question: What’s the best way to whip up a delightful flan that’s smooth and creamy?

Introduction: Flan. <PIC> Smooth, rich, creamy, and full of vanilla flavor - you can't get much better than flan. Also sometimes called crème caramel, flan is a sinful combination of egg yolks and condensed milk that forms a perfect custard with a light caramel sauce. Step 1: You'll Need. . .. <PIC> Software
		13 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
		13 ounce can evaporated milk
		4 eggs
		1 tablespoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
		1/2 cup sugar
		1/2 cup water
		1 tablespoon light corn syrupHardware
		Medium sauce pan
		Wooden spoon or spatula
		Measuring cups and spoons
		Medium mixing bowl
		Whisk
		Tart or flan pan, or a large ramekin, or 4 smaller ramekins
		Baking dish larger than your flan pan Step 2: Sticky Sweet. <PIC>
		Combine sugar, corn syrup, and 1/4 cup water in the sauce pot over medium heat
		Allow to bubble and boil until the mixture begins to darken slight around the edges
		Swirl the pan gently to mix
		Carefully add the remaining 1/4 cup of water and stir to combine
		Pour the caramel mixture into the bottom of your flan pan (or ramekins) Step 3: Eggy Goodness. <PIC>
		Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
		Carefully separate 4 eggs by passing the yolk back and forth between the two halves of the shell
		Place the 4 egg yolks in the mixing bowl
		Add vanilla paste, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk
		Stir until well combined
		Pour the mixture carefully into the flan pan or ramekins
		Place the flan pan or ramekins into a baking dish and add water around them
		Bake for 1 hour Step 4: Finishing Touches. <PIC>
		Remove flan from oven and allow to cool slightly
		Refrigerate for at least an hour or up to overnight
		Run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen it from the pan
		Invert a plate over the top of the flan and flip, shaking gently to release the flan
		Remove the flan pan or ramekin
		Top with sliced strawberries, whipped cream, or caramel sauce
		Enjoy!


Question: What steps should I follow to prepare the caramel for making flan before pouring it into the flan pan?

To prepare the caramel for making flan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and 1/4 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat. Allow it to bubble and boil until it begins to darken slightly around the edges. Then, carefully add the remaining 1/4 cup of water and stir to combine before pouring it into the flan pan.<PIC>


Question: In the 'Mayan Mocha Mocktail' recipe, what should you do after adding cocoa to ensure it mixes well?

After adding cocoa in the 'Mayan Mocha Mocktail' recipe, you should stir it until somewhat dissolved. It will dissolve better once it heats.<PIC>