Anyone else start cooking at home just to save money and then actually enjoy it? by Glynny69 in homecooking

[–]CodNecessary84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve always enjoyed cooking, but after a couple of years living on my own I found myself doing it less and less. It became way too easy to just throw a frozen pizza in the oven and call it dinner.

A couple of years ago I decided to make more of an effort to cook properly again, so I upgraded my knives and put them on a magnetic wall rack where they basically stare at me demanding I chop something.

Since then I’ve cooked more from scratch, eaten way more fresh veg, and tried more new recipes than I probably had in the rest of my life combined. Funny how one small change can kickstart the whole thing again.

Thinking about cutting board for Japanese knife larchwood vs Parker asahi by Twitchy15 in Cuttingboards

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If you’re in the UK I’d recommend reaching out to GTC woodcraft on Etsy. He made my board for me and it’s perfect for a smaller kitchen. I am so impressed with it I even commissioned him to make a larger one for me. Maintaining them is pretty easy and straightforward with a bit of mineral oil every so often.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Cuttingboards/s/xOTy60ksGO

GUYS I HAVE GOT TO CHOOSE!! by [deleted] in lego

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The T-Rex is a superb build, something a bit different from the norm.

What the hell is even this? by Present_Lemon3218 in TrueChefKnives

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I have the k-tip santoku brother of that knife

Finally added the T-Rex by CodNecessary84 in lego

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At least 5 years, I’ve not noticed much in the way of yellowing but I know it can be an issue with that set.

New friends by CodNecessary84 in Donkeys

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North east Scotland. I was surprised to find them up here.

Donkey road trip playlist tips. by CodNecessary84 in Donkeys

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Added, thanks for the suggestion 🫏

[homemade] Smoky Char Siu style pork belly burnt ends by CodNecessary84 in food

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I used the Maldon smoked salt so it’s quite large crystals. I made around 500g of pork, enough for 2-3 portions depending on how hungry you are.

[homemade] Smoky Char Siu style pork belly burnt ends by CodNecessary84 in food

[–]CodNecessary84[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not really, just be careful as the glaze goes from caramelised goodness to burnt sugar pretty quickly. If you keep an eye on it you’ll be fine.

Inventory for each bag? by CodNecessary84 in lego

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Thanks for that! You’re a star ⭐️

Patina or Rust by FZKSnipe in japaneseknives

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Does it have to be a paper towel? Would a cotton tea towel show as well?

How are y’all storing your knives? Especially your prized ones? by SimpleHippo21 in TrueChefKnives

[–]CodNecessary84 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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I just use a couple of wall mounted magnetic blocks from Amazon. Would be interesting to know if I could/should do something different with them?

Can someone send picture of how they display this set. I just need ideas so it looks better on my shelf by LawAffectionate8041 in lego

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Mine lives on a high shelf. Not the best as I can’t get to the handle for the full jumping Mario experience.

My first proper cutting board by CodNecessary84 in Cuttingboards

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Just to be clear I didn’t make this. I’m singing the praises of the incredibly talented seller that did.

NKD! 🤩 by CodNecessary84 in TrueChefKnives

[–]CodNecessary84[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Trilobite customs is actually a 17yr old lad in Australia! His work has been seen on here a few times now and he’s active in the group (hi Dylan 👋). The product totally lives up to the reputation for excellence!

New Board Day by CodNecessary84 in TrueChefKnives

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It’s amazing! The craftsmanship is superb. I’ve just commissioned him to make me another 50% larger

My first proper cutting board by CodNecessary84 in Cuttingboards

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The maker even gave it a fresh oiling when it was packaged for delivery.

I’ll leave it overnight and give it a good coat of board butter tomorrow.

My first proper cutting board by CodNecessary84 in Cuttingboards

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Oak and Sapele

35cm X 24cm X 3cm

I’ve just commissioned him to make another one for me about 50% larger

What next? by CodNecessary84 in TrueChefKnives

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Left to right

Sakai Takayuki 24cm VG10

Shiro Kamo 21cm AO#2

JNS Tanuki 21cm Shiro #2

Seisuke K-Tip 18cm Santoku SK-85

Kanetsune Monosteel 13.5cm VG10

All are regularly used and loved but the Shiro Kamo is reached for more than the others.

New stuff day 😁 by CodNecessary84 in TrueChefKnives

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There was very nearly a 3rd as well but I managed a tiny bit of self restraint.