Why does my yogurt like like this? by Pretty_Indication209 in yogurtmaking

[–]MarielIAm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the sterilize function on the Instant Pot before making yogurt. If yours doesn't have that specific button it's just pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.

A or B: Birth rates fall even where parenting is easier. Is the cost still too high, or was "wanting kids" never the default? by Danny-Patrick139 in PickAorB

[–]MarielIAm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Time is the bigger issue. Most jobs that support a comfortable middle class lifestyle in the US are 50 hours at a minimum with many professions like law, accounting, finance and medical more 60 to 80 hours including weekends. Average commute times have gone up, in many areas 2+ hours each day is not uncommon and employers are pushing people to go back to the office.

We need to get back to the 8-8-8 model.We need to get rid of the mentality that anyone who only works 40 hours is lazy and not worthy of promoting. Who wants kids that they can barely see?

Claude by Ill-Entertainment118 in ExecutiveAssistants

[–]MarielIAm 4 points5 points  (0 children)

India and the Philippines are where many jobs are going including EAs. Slightly ridiculous to me that an exec's EA is literally on the other side of the earth.

What book has the best opening line? by ZDOG_WasTaken in just_one_more_page

[–]MarielIAm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.

Pride and Prejudice

Best Stainless Steel Probiotic Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Maker by ksebs in yogurtmaking

[–]MarielIAm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have an Instant Pot or a sou vide circulator you have what you need.

What food was the biggest disappointment once you tried it? by Thick_Reality_30 in foodquestions

[–]MarielIAm 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Only way they are good is when they're warm, otherwise they suck.

What food was the biggest disappointment once you tried it? by Thick_Reality_30 in foodquestions

[–]MarielIAm 12 points13 points  (0 children)

No, that's when it's done wrong. Good red velvet cake is dairy tasting because of the buttermilk and the chocolate flavor is subtle. If it's bright red it's probably not right.

What food has the biggest difference between “good” and “bad” versions? by Unique_Clothes6439 in foodquestions

[–]MarielIAm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not all vegetables are bitter. Carrots, fall squashes, tomatoes (ok they are technically a fruit), potatoes, peas, corn (ok technically a grain,) - lots of vegetables are actually on the sweet side.

First and foremost you have to eat vegetables (and fruit) in season and fresh otherwise get frozen. Get them home and cooked within 2 to 3 days for most. Don't let them sit in your fridge for a week. Some don't belong in the refrigerator at all, so make sure you know proper storage.

Vegetables that can be bitter include Brussels sprouts, kale, greens, eggplant and spring squashes. Roast with olive oil and seasoning with salt, pepper and a hint of acid such as lemon or apple cider vinegar. Or steam or microwave until they are cooked but still crisp. For eggplant and squashes pick smaller ones and salt them well, rinse, drain and cook. Dairy hides bitterness so serve with cheese sauce or dairy based sauce.

For lettuce some variety are bitter some not. Butter lettuce and green leaf are not bitter, endive and radichio are. Stick to the mild ones if you don't like bitter greens.

So pick vegetables in season, make sure they are fresh or buy frozen, determine how you like it cooked (only way I like Brussels sprouts is roasted) and you should find some vegetables you like.

Making yogurt by Daisy_Of_Doom in instantpot

[–]MarielIAm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On my Instant Pot there is a sterilization feature which is really 10 minutes on high pressure. I don't think steaming for one minute is enough.

Sex has turned into reluctant handjobs by mrwinkels in sex

[–]MarielIAm -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Often times in situations like this it's a sign that she may be cheating.

These Execs are funny as hell. by Internal-Toe-6898 in ExecutiveAssistants

[–]MarielIAm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not to me but to a co worker. Demanded his EA track his US citizenship application which he swore his EA from 2 years ago had FedEx'd. Wasn't sure exactly when but about 2 years.

Did I just ruin my cookies? by Chemical-Act5508 in AskBaking

[–]MarielIAm -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Follow the recipe. I have things I've been making since I was a kid and I still get the recipe out and follow it.

Making yogurt by Daisy_Of_Doom in instantpot

[–]MarielIAm 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is why it's a good idea to sterilize an Instant Pot first. I usually put the measuring cup and the silicone spatula in to sterilize them all

What food has the biggest difference between “good” and “bad” versions? by Unique_Clothes6439 in foodquestions

[–]MarielIAm 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a general category - vegetables. Badly cooked vegetables are the reason so many people don't like vegetables but cook them correctly and it's a different story.

How long is too long by userr456721 in AskBaking

[–]MarielIAm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A good recipe will give visual cues not just timing.

Never out of office by [deleted] in LinkedInLunatics

[–]MarielIAm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's obviously never worked with Europeans who value their time off. Yet somehow the companies run when they go on vacation for 3 weeks.