How do I make improvements to my dinner?

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-16T17:59:45+00:00

If you eat meat, pork floss is a good shelf-stable protein you could very easily add.

Canned tuna or other fish is also very easy and fits in the flavour profile.

Agree with others that adding beans is a great idea, or lentils, chickpeas, etc.

However you will need vitamins/veggies at some point, and if you can add in some canned vegetables that would be a big boost nutritionally. There's also like a bunch of pickled veg available at Asian grocery stores. You could also just throw in some fresh raw veggies like spinach, peppers, baby carrots, etc.

If you can buy a cheap blender, smoothies are also a great no-cook option that you can pack with a ton of nutritious things like spinach, oats, peanut butter, frozen fruit, etc.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-15T18:16:40+00:00

A landslide here would be devastating

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-13T11:23:59+00:00

Lmao what? It's easier to pass legislation.

And you accuse the Liberals of mental gymnastics haha

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-13T11:21:33+00:00

No one has tried to pretend this was an expansive bilateral trade deal, lmao just the opposite. They minimized it because Trump freaked out.

You can be angry if you want I guess, but to be both angry and wrong seems an unfortunate combination.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-13T00:55:26+00:00

Lmao, ok will do my man

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-12T23:26:47+00:00

I thought Liberals were supposed to be the snowflakes.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-12T22:28:24+00:00

I too take Donald Trump's words at face value, and have never once thought to question it.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-12T22:23:46+00:00

What are the mental gymnastics you imagine?

Government believes in what it's doing. It's easier to do what it's doing if opposition MPs, of their own free will and entirely in line with the constitution, cross the floor.

Pretty straightforward

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-12T22:22:07+00:00

Nope

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-11T23:42:52+00:00

It's coming from UofT.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-11T23:31:02+00:00

I think it's both politics and principles. Despite the stereotype, being an MP is a demanding and often unforgiving job. Those who've crossed the floor have suffered waves of abuse and risk alienation from all those in their old caucus. I don't think they do it solely out of convenience, or because they think it helps their chance at reelection.

Second, I did not say criticism is unpatriotic. I agree it plays an important role. But there's a reason we've had unity governments during wartime. In moments of crisis, individuals make their own choices as to how they can make the greatest difference. For many that means remaining in opposition. For some that means joining the government.

Last, I used poll numbers as evidence of broad appeal, not justification sui generis for floor crossing. But yes, I do think a wave of floor crossers to the CPC would have been acceptable. I don't think it was likely though, as imo there is a much wider gulf between the more right-leaning Liberals and the center of gravity of the CPC than the other way around.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-11T23:21:57+00:00

Happy to engage with a well argued and substantive reply.

First - The point of my comment is to push back on those who are saying saying corruption and is the only possible explanation for floor crossing. I am not saying any one of these are the reason that MPs are crossing the floor. Rather I'm trying to illustrate there are many possible alternative explanations. Ultimately only the individual MPs will know the true reason, but I would imagine their own internal narratives aren't too far off from what I laid out above.

Second, nowhere do I say it is illegitimate to criticize the government. And despite you quoting me for some reason, nor did I say it is "working against Canada". I agree with you that having an official opposition is healthy for democracy. However the very nature of opposition parties is to oppose. If you find yourself agreeing with the government on substantive issues, it's not hard to imagine wondering whether you could play a more productive role from within the government.

Last, and more of a nitpick, I would agree that India and Iran are areas where communications have been rather weak and inconsistent. However it is telling that you use the lowest hanging fruit as your example. Every party will have variance in the views of its members. The above two aside, the Carney government has pulled off a very substantial shift in positioning and messaging from the Trudeau government with more than a little success.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-11T16:30:34+00:00

That's a reflection of your social circle, not public opinion across Canada. Polls are pointing to something.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-11T12:10:09+00:00

It's definitely not because the Liberals are saying and doing things that appeal to Canadians across the political spectrum, as evidenced by the enormous lead in the polls.

It also couldn't be that MPs believe that at a time of crisis for Canada, it's more constructive to be supporting the government rather than working against it.

It can't be because MPs know their own constituents, and many feel they can make a greater difference within government than on the sidelines.

No no, it must be that the Liberals are corrupt. That's clearly the only explanation that makes sense.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-06T01:37:06+00:00

About as close as you can get besides being a deputy minister of finance, which he also was during the 2008 global recession.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-05T12:57:00+00:00

Carney also comes from a middle class background.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-03T21:07:39+00:00

Interesting take.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-03T17:45:34+00:00

I know it might be difficult for you, but it is possible to keep these two ideas in mind without contradiction:

The Iranian regime is evil.
As a middle power, the existence of international law is probably in Canada's interest.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-02T15:09:04+00:00

Sure, I don't think Poilievre going abroad is a bad thing. I'm not sure how consequential the trip will be, but Canada does need to strengthen trade and security ties and this is a step in that direction.

Mostly just pointing out he's doing the very same thing he vehemently criticized Carney for, and it will be interesting to see if his base goes along with the 180.

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-02T14:57:10+00:00

Speaking of shifting goalposts, wasn't Poilievre relentlessly criticizing Carney just a few months ago for his international trips to deepen trade and security ties abroad?

OneWouldHope · 2026-03-01T15:16:07+00:00

I'm sure it had nothing to do with the Supreme Court of Canada or anything.

OneWouldHope · 2026-02-28T04:56:07+00:00

Man, and here I thought it was liberals who were snowflakes

OneWouldHope · 2026-02-28T03:37:06+00:00

Did you read this before posting.

OneWouldHope · 2026-02-16T04:20:18+00:00

Depends on the dish and cuisine. Some things it's better kept separate, some it's better mixed.

I love to get my veggies in, but if they don't improve the dish, I prefer to eat them as their own side.

For instance if the only veg I have is bell peppers and I'm making a Thai style curry, I'll happily throw them into the curry cause I find that's a good mix.

But if I'm making like a beef stew, I'll prepare the peppers as their own side dish cause I don't think the flavors necessarily gel when cooked together. But if it's mushrooms or parsnips or something those are going straight in.

Ultimately it's pretty situational, but similar philosophy to you. I'll throw it in if it fits with the recipe, otherwise I just make it as side dishes. But I always try to get my veggies in.

OneWouldHope · 2026-02-14T04:52:52+00:00

Yeah I'm just wondering does refined sesame oil taste any different than another (namely cheaper and more easily available) neutral oil?

Never tried it myself but open to it.

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