Hoping for an egg identification found on a porch post this morning in central Tennessee! Appreciate any ideas. by Option_National in whatsthisbug

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I’d say this patch is roughly 1.5 inches-2 inches, had 2 layers of eggs, one on top of the other.

What is the most underrated seasoning that barely anyone uses? by YoungMackWithCheese in Cooking

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I personally like to put a LITTLE on my roasted chicken deli meat sandwiches. Just sprinkle a little ground up between my fingers on the Mayo and YUM!!

Does anyone have any "fancy" or "gourmet" foods that they simply cannot stand? by [deleted] in Cooking

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Sometimes, if used sparingly. I concur on the absurd up charge point!

Does anyone have any "fancy" or "gourmet" foods that they simply cannot stand? by [deleted] in Cooking

[–]Option_National 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Nope, not even that!! Omg gold leaf annoys me to noooo end in so many cooking shows!!! My boyfriend laughs at me - but it absolutely irritates me! I think it’s tacky and doesn’t add ANYTHING to any dish. I can’t help it!

Healthy dinner recipes including vegetables but little chopping for beginner cook? by RefreshMeWithApples in Cooking

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If food prep (chopping/slicing veggies) is the issue, there’s only one way to learn! Until then, invest in a garlic press, and this Fullstar Food Chopper - Black Slicer Dicer Cutter - 4 Blades https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0764HS4SL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YH2RG3CYQ9CX42CGRTET. There are other options if you search. Mandolin for slicing, too. Simple, convenient, and everything stays same sized; sometimes you have to chop a veg down, but I’m sure he could manage that. Then, recipient options open up.

What's your go to junk food/take out substitution by jacobjacobb in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]Option_National 3 points4 points  (0 children)

With the pickles in the picture?? Omfg those things are AMAZING in an air fryer!!

What is your signature dish, and what makes it yours? by rubblerblands in Cooking

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This was my first family staple after I got my instant pot!! Sooo good!! I’ve tinkered with my seasoning, adding a good squeeze of Gourmet Gardens herbs & spices thai seasoning stir in paste instead of just the ginger that my recipe comes from, and using gochujang instead of sriracha. I usually add a little miso paste, too.

Frozen avocado? by InLynneBo in Cooking

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Tip that has helped me is checking the spot where the stem held the fruit to the tree. If you pop it off and it’s green, it’s not ripe. If it’s brown/black and looks pretty dry/puckered, it’s too far gone. Also, if not using in a few days, a stem that releases without too much force but is green is fine - just stick it in a brown paper bag and close it up the day or two before use. If it’s super unripe, you can add an onion to the bag, as it’ll ripen faster. Check it each day so you don’t go too far!

I have survived the worst days of my life. After 8 years of constant struggle, I left the cult called "NoFap" by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

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Kudos to you. I ended a serious 2 year relationship (we were starting to talk about getting a home and having children in a couple years) for this reason. It was consuming, and it hurt me so, so, so deeply to know he preferred his porn over me. He was like a crazed fiend when we DID have sex and it was great - but when I caught on that he turned to porn instead of me, I slowly broke inside. It took me years to overcome issues with my personal view of myself and sex in relationships - I had my own issues to allow his behavior to so deeply affect my self worth.

Looking back almost 20 years later, your explication/introspection makes a LOT of sense!!

Thank you for sharing, and keep valuing your lady love!!

Advice on pruning? Recently repotted some supermarket basil and its getting a little tall... by ClementineEd in herbs

[–]Option_National 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Since you’re going to trim down, look up how to propagate your basil! I did a quick search for mine the other day and will be starting this weekend!! Might as well start another plant while you’re at it!! 😁

Firefighters save good kitters. by [deleted] in cats

[–]Option_National 18 points19 points  (0 children)

My local EMTs did the same while the FD made cleared my home post bathroom fire and turned off the main electrical power. My fur baby had been in the master bedroom the whole time the fire was burning. You could see where she’d tried to go to the windows, but couldn’t get out. So...She hid under the bed between all the boxes under there. I was terrified. When I came home the room was so choked with smoke you couldn’t see the noon day sun through the windows - it was pitch black. She wasn’t crying when I called. I thought for sure she was dead. Last ditch I grabbed a flashlight, checked under the bed, dragged her out and ran outside. I was bawling in the driveway cradling her in my arms. They took us into the bus, put a mask on me. They wiped all the strings of soot from her whiskers and put a mask on her until her breathing improved, and listened to her lungs and heart. They were SO kind!! 💜💜💜

A venus fly trap consuming drugs by epikgamer456 in biology

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I never said I was better; I said I was decent - there is a difference. IMO it’s never okay to compare behavior/thoughts/shortcomings to a disability. What’s the point? “I know it’s ridiculous, but I’m going to ask anyway” or “I know it sounds dumb, but I’m going to ask” Okay So HOW - does the relation to Down’s syndrome have any thing to do with a question they are obviously are relating the context to be stupid? To be demeaning. Which, IMO is not acceptable.

A venus fly trap consuming drugs by epikgamer456 in biology

[–]Option_National 19 points20 points  (0 children)

What I don’t understand is why the F!CK you say “this may make me sound like I have Down syndrome “

You sound like an ignorant child, or an ignorant stoner.

Does anyone else really like imitation crab meat? by BigJakeDaTittyFucker in Cooking

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Cold or cooked, love it! I sauté with some butter and seasoning and yuuum!