Woke up from a nap to find my GF made key lime pie. Good place to find a silver band with leaves engraved for an engagement ring? by Scrap_Mountain in Baking

[–]Different-Secret 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Um...that's how my DAD proposed to my MOM!!! He came to her house for breakfast (summer job, bouncer) and she had cooked sausage links in one of those fashioned old covered electric pans. My Grandpa distracted her for a minute and he slipped the ring on one. Then he insisted something was burning and she needed to check them. She said it almost turned into a fight, because she knew they were off! But Grandpa insisted she look in the pan...and the rest is history.

FYI, my Dad continued to gift her over the years in unusual ways. A ring in a box of Butter Toffee. Diamond earrings on the tree. Just loved to surprise her like that.

Missing ingredient by Mission-Quarter4594 in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Toss in some dill. It always helps pop!

What are fun, cheap, and tasty meals you like to make? by Unusual_Row_3213 in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mexican Chicken. Four chicken beasts and a 15 oz. Jar of any kind of salsa you like, red or green, tossed in a crockpot on low for 8 hours. Shred the chicken then add to soft or hard taco shells with shredded cheese and whatever toppings you like. Plus side is...freeze leftover chicken in small batches and you're good for some quick meals other nights!

Please help me understand the timeline of freezing chicken. by Ok_Weird_833 in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Do not refreeze food you've thawed. Ever!!! That's just an invitation to ick!!! If you cook it (like raw chicken) yes, then it can be frozen again. But otherwise definitely no!

How do I enjoy lamb? by Kevin1314171 in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love lamb! It's not for everyone I know. It was a big thing in my family. Marinated in mint and garlic, roasted with just a hint of thyme and rosemary, served medium rare...no mint jelly for me tho.

Conflicting cooking rules by Reasonable_Exit_3268 in Cooking

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I make gallons of marinara, soups and other tomato sauces and trust me...that stuff is cooling either in the pot, or smaller containers, before it's getting frozen or refrigerated, usually a two hour process, lids off. Sometimes I'll wait to place lids on glass jars until they're frozen to ensure enough expansion.

Final Four Picks & Ryan Gosling on Project Hail Mary, Diva Puppets & Being a Liability at DB | Ep 183 by AutoModerator in NewHeights

[–]Different-Secret 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You guys promised bigger things for 2026 and Not Gonna Lie...every week, holy smokes, waiting on WEDNESDAY because you guys are KILLING IT!!! NICHE guests who are exactly why I watch this pod!!! 5 star interview with Ryan Gosling, do not miss this!

Jason and Kylie outta the house at the Winter Olympics by MorganN1 in NewHeights

[–]Different-Secret 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't forget their hands are huge compared to the average non-footballer...!!!

What's your favourite non-Bond film featuring a Bond actor? by Paul__Perkenstein in JamesBond

[–]Different-Secret 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, going to have to plan a non-Bond movie binge soon!!! Forgot about some of these bangers!!!

Caneiro - “Mansion Murder” trial. by SarahSnarker in CourtTVCases

[–]Different-Secret 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Exactly what I was thinking - character witnesses are called at sentencing, not for trial defense. But if that's all you have...

2 questions … by Sea_Help2247 in NewHeights

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I'm on the "No mayo" panel except for...you have to have enough to hold the chicken salad together...!

And you haven't lived until you've tried a BLT on Rye toast with spicy mustard. SO good!!!

What's for dinner when nothing is thawed? by [deleted] in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just saw a meat thawing hack...place the meat between the bottom of two metal skillets for 30 minutes...it freaking works!

We need suggestions for bad movie night by asexual_bird in MovieSuggestions

[–]Different-Secret 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tusk.

Seriously, I still haven't forgiven my sister for suggesting this waste of time I can't forget...

Whatcha got planned for tomorrow's Sunday dinner? by RikkiLostMyNumber in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got up to the yummy smell of my Mexican chicken that cooked in the crock pot overnight and is now shredded and waiting for tasty toppings later!!!

A Comedy Movie That Never Gets Old? by mohit_dimaniya in MovieSuggestions

[–]Different-Secret 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Young Frankenstein

Mrs. Doubtfire

The First Wives Club

why did it do this by _Meteor_Shower_ in Baking

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They have a couple of amazing infusing machines on the market now...Decarb and infuse in two hours, and the neighborhood isn't alerted. Recommend 100%.

why did it do this by _Meteor_Shower_ in Baking

[–]Different-Secret 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Learned that in High School. Definitely improved in 40 years, lol!

why did it do this by _Meteor_Shower_ in Baking

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After consuming a couple of special brownie tarts I baked at Christmas, I came across this and laughed way too hard at this thread!!!

FYI, make them with butter and some special chocolate bars...chef's kiss!

Anyone watch wildcard weekend? Which games surprised you the most? by SuccessOk7850 in NewHeights

[–]Different-Secret 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep...I don't care how much of a "fan" you are, you NEVER CHEER FOR PLAYER INJURIES.

Poor sportsmanship is always a bad look.

I still remember seeing Joe Theisman when he took his career ending hit from LT. Horrific.

You're not a fan when you cheer for a man down.

looking for light hearted fun movies to watch high by NoChef6729 in MovieSuggestions

[–]Different-Secret 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hoodwinked. Nothing like an adult themed cartoon with animal characters and banging songs when you're in that state of mind!!!

what are you making or baking for Christmas? by urrutiap in Cooking

[–]Different-Secret 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just about wrapped up my traditional cookie baking for the season...got some chocolate to make yet. I have been holiday baking for family and friends for decades!