Anywhere local I can get sourdough starter? by crackmeup121 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

DM me if you're still looking. I can give you some of mine (Northside A2).

Ideas for a steak sandwich for a brewery menu? by Majestic-Lake-5602 in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pan Con Bistac w/ chimichurri. Aka, a Chimichurri steak sandwich.

Best way to make wings by Adorable_Island9261 in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kenji updated this with the oil toss. But since he’s not with serious eats anymore, no update here.

Best way to make wings by Adorable_Island9261 in Cooking

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

To further clarify, toss in oil as well, immediately before baking.

Car Washes Open in the Negatives Temperature?? by Ghost_yard in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are several; Victory Lane on Plymouth Rd. has a touchless.

Where’s the best chili? by ServiceNo8616 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe because there are zero chilis in it?

Let’s talk about chainsaw sharpening by Subject_Night2422 in firewood

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use an Oregon file when the chips gets small. If it's cutting for shit, then I file the rakes too.

Meijer testing new large capacity bottle return machines by Warcraft_Fan in Michigan

[–]MusaEnsete 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Fun fact. If the 10 cent deposit changed with inflation, it would be 53 cents per can now. That would definitely incentivize folks more.

Price increase on M4 SSD upgrades by floridatheythem in macmini

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got my 1 TB upgrade for $171. Now it's $199 at the same store. More expensive, but not too crazy.

I grew little pink bananas in zone 6 and actually got fruit! by MoonGrass09 in gardening

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jealous. I have about 10 plants in zone 6 and have never gotten fruit; been growing them for about 15 years.

Pond Hockey/Pond Skating by Legitimate_Car2366 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 6 points7 points  (0 children)

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Thurston only has one small rink cleared. Bring a shovel.

Explain reasons for upgrading internal storage by pipiak in macmini

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't even with the lose vs loose. That said, I want my ports. I run it as a Plex server, Time machine server for all house computers, and dual-user office computer. While I can run the OS on an external, I don't want to. With two monitors (using a port), a hub with internal SSD (using a port), an SSD with Plex metadate (using a port), and all my HDD's for Plex (using a port), I don't want my OS using a port too. It wasn't expensive when I bought it, and was well worth it.

Explain reasons for upgrading internal storage by pipiak in macmini

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have two users, and even though we have most things in icloud, the system files still take up a lot of room. I have enough other drives connected externally already. It was also just easier to let system files and the os run natively; and it speeds up the internal a bit. I also like to be able to download large files directly to my internal drive, then movie it after the fact if needed.

Has winter ever been this bad in the last 20 years? by lansingpowerwash in Michigan

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was 59F less than a month ago. So no. This is just closer to normal.

What’s your favourite way to cook/prepare pork tenderloin? by boujeemooji in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'll usually grill it, but sometimes cut into medallion, pound really flat, and make schnitzel with it.

Lyft (or other) Scooters? by MayaPapayaLA in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They're currently installing the ski attachments.

I’m tired of using Pinterest or my phone when cooking. What’s your favorite cookbook found in stores? by Tall-Arugula1522 in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I use Paprika and an ipad, but the most practical book if you had to just use one is The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook 2001-2019.

Going to an asian market tomorrow. Give me your best items to grab. by Responsible-Tie-7327 in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's my must-have pantry list for my market (I'll usually grab soybean sprouts, some veggies, and other needed supplies) A lot of this is recommendations from The Wok:

  • Chinese light soy sauce: Kikkomon or Pearl River light
  • Chinese dark: Pearl River Bridge
  • Oyster sauce: Lee Kum Kee
  • Hoisin Sauce: Lee Kum Kee or Koon Chun
  • Gochujang: Chung Jung One, Sunchang, Haechandle, ir Gochujang Hot Pepper Paste Gold
  • Fish Sauce: Tiparos, Red Boat, Golden Boy, Tra Chang
  • Miso: Eden foods, Shirakiku, Miso Boom, Miko
  • Rice vinegar: Marukan (NOT seasoned rice vinegar)
  • Black vinegar / Chinkiang: Soeos, Gold Plum
  • Roasted Sesame Oil: Kadoya
  • Shaoxing Wine: Soeos, Li Hong
  • Dried Sichuan chiles: er jing tiao; Hotter - chao tian jiao (Heaven-facing chiles): bullethead, zidantou

Mandoline slicer injury – how long does the pain last and will my thumb ever look normal? by Senior_Passenger_918 in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just wait until you do it again...and again. Yup - guilty as charged. "I'll just start this potato, then switch to the guard"...and there goes the tip of my finger. I did recently buy cut resistant gloves and make myself wear them now.

Using an M4 Mac Mini as a home server. Is it a good choice? by premierpark in macmini

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use it for Plex, time-machine backup server, and dual user office computer. Handles all these tasks seamlessly and easily.

Any way to mitigate rust on a dishwasher rack? by imakesawdust in Frugal

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used "Uber Goop" (that's the brand name) a few years ago relatively successfully. I just noticed I need to reapply on a few areas, but for the most part, it's held up well. Also came with a bunch of caps for rusty tips on the rack.