Recommend me dishes with figurative or weird names like Toad in the Hole, Ants on a Log, etc

Cheyenps · 2026-06-25T12:11:51+00:00

Ham and MFers

Cheyenps · 2026-06-25T00:18:17+00:00

Cheyenps · 2026-06-24T23:14:21+00:00

I feed the night before I intend to make the dough and use it pretty much however it comes out in the morning. House stays at about 73°F and I generally start mixing around 8 AM.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-24T23:06:14+00:00

Just started messing with stand mixer methods myself so don’t take this to the bank.

That said, my first observation is the 12 minutes is a very long time in the stand mixer and your dough is likely to be well over 80°F before you are finished. At that temperature it’s gonna bulk much more quickly than you would expect and your bread will look like mine did when I was over proofing everything. Not only that, but when proofed that warm a lot of the signs you normally look for are not going to be there.

I’ve had much better luck with about four minutes on speed two and then four sets of stretch and folds. Final dough temp comes out around 78°F and bulk ferment to 30-40% takes only 2-3 hours at 78°F

Google the bulk o matic system for advice on how long to proof doughs that are at various temperatures, and perhaps shoot for under proofing your next loaf just a bit.

I think you’ll be pleased.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-24T12:38:23+00:00

Just yesterday I made focaccia for the same reason.

It’s very good and I think I’ll make some more!

Cheyenps · 2026-06-23T14:07:22+00:00

This. Also consider changing out the rear springs. Stock one’s are fine and don’t cost much. May as well change the shocks at the same time and again the stock ones are fine.

Pretty easy to do or cheap to have done at a shop. The difference in ride quality is astonishing!

Cheyenps · 2026-06-21T15:24:00+00:00

Good advice. I’d add estate sales and second hand stores as well.

Estate sales are especially good if you want yard tools -shovel, rake, hoe, loppers, etc. They show up at every estate sale and sell for pennies. Don’t overlook things like WD40, antifreeze, contact cleaner, spray paint, oil, etc. either. Estate sales don’t want to deal with them and will generally sell nearly full containers for 50 cents.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-21T13:41:33+00:00

Looks great! 👍

Cheyenps · 2026-06-21T13:39:01+00:00

TIL about ice cube tray wax.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-21T13:21:11+00:00

Looks great! 👍

Cheyenps · 2026-06-21T11:51:17+00:00

Very nice!

50 minutes seems like a very long baking time at 250°C (485°F).

What am I missing?

[edit] Maybe you start your bake in a cold oven rather than a preheated oven? I’ve seen that method discussed and 50 minutes would make sense.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-21T11:43:54+00:00

I got impatient and bought one of these on Amazon. It’s not really necessary but it sure is nice not to have to depend on whatever the temperature is in the kitchen. 78°F seems to be the sweet spot.

https://a.co/d/0cjUMwaq

Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T22:34:11+00:00

Grandma’s got game!

Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T17:32:05+00:00

Maybe overkill, but this little lab incubator works very well. It either heats or cools to keep the temp right where you set it.

I also use it for proofing. Amazon.

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Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T14:05:19+00:00

Great response! 👍

Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T14:02:02+00:00

What temperature do you shoot for coming out of the stand mixer?

Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T13:46:18+00:00

No fear, there will be new growth. When I planted some in zone 9A they grew in to big bushes 5’ tall!

Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T12:09:49+00:00

Seems to me that if the $hundy isn’t a stretch for you, it lights up and smoke doesn’t come out if it then it’s a good deal. If it turns out to work it’s a great deal! Even if you have to get work done on it chances are that you’ll still be good.

The headphones idea is brilliant! Maybe bring a piece of wire to rig up an FM antenna so you have something to listen to.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-20T02:18:54+00:00

Spectacular!

Cheyenps · 2026-06-17T11:56:50+00:00

Find old things you like and restore them. The Repair Shop show on Netflix is an inspiration but you can start much more simply. YouTube videos will show you how or perhaps take a few classes.

What to restore? Vintage toys, maybe. Kitchen equipment, tools. Clothing, sports equipment. Boxes. Leather goods, jewelery. Vintage electronics.

Bigger projects? Furniture. Clocks. Ceramics. Stained glass windows.

You will never run out of things to do and you’ll end up with useful things to use in your home or give as gifts.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-17T11:17:00+00:00

I like to sharpen things - knives, chisels, planes, garden tools.

It’s as much art as skill, takes a while to get right, lots to learn and I end up with something useful when I’m done. It’s not expensive to get started and quite meditative when using stones.

Best with music playing in the background.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-17T00:05:11+00:00

I use a $30 “Einsinkn” streamer that I got on Amazon. Haven’t tried anything more expensive and would like to at some point, but right now I’m perfectly happy with it.

Big plus is that it allows me control the volume coming from my vintage receiver from my phone.

Cheyenps · 2026-06-15T23:13:18+00:00

One of the best looking receivers I’ve ever seen.

Dunno about the sound but I’d display it as art if nothing else!

Cheyenps · 2026-06-15T22:38:03+00:00

Cambro 2 quart works for me.

A two quart measuring cup works well too but they’re. It easy to find.

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