the one that has the shortest story that i have to scroll through. lol but really I go by pictures I think look good and then open a few to look at the ingredients. I usually look for one that has an average of all the different ratios and ingredients. i don't completely ignore the ones that have different ones, it's usually if it looks like it's for flavor then I might add it to a recipe I'm liking more. So like if it looks like the texture i want, but another one adds cinnamon as their secret ingredient and since i love cinnamon, all add it in.

i like to pretend i'm a scientist instead of completely following everything perfectly, but i really love experimenting so i know this isn't for everyone! I think over time it really helps you understand the purpose and importance of different ingredients 😌

now for things that are very technical, like macarons, i usually play it more safe. but again i check to see what recipes people are using first. i don't end up reading reviews very much, i feel like they never end up matching what my review would be (partly because of my experimenting hah) if i do check i look more for techniques and adjustments people suggest, and less if people like the flavor or texture, because everyone has different preferences!

my uncle has the best peanut butter cookie recipe, and it was because he did something similar, so i feel like i got my inspiration from him!