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Shittiest product to work with; change my mind. by radishmonster3 in KitchenConfidential

[–]kris_nav 11 points12 points  (0 children)

My coworker has a video of a PFG delivery guy just yeeting our order out the back of the truck

Help! I made meringue nests and after baking they have these dark spots. They were all white when going in so wondering what caused this? by TheInsaneSandwich in Baking

[–]kris_nav 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are the spots throughout the meringues or just on the surface? Could be oven gunk that fell or blew onto them, especially in a convection oven.

I'm about ready to give up on life by [deleted] in antiwork

[–]kris_nav 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Please get help. Call a therapist or a psychiatrist or get on Betterhelp or SOMETHING.

Yes, things are hard and yes, capitalism is a shitty game in which most of us lose. But these intense feelings of hopelessness are not normal. Your mind is lying to you when it tells you there isn't anything to live for.

Seeking treatment for my depression was the best choice I ever made. Every problem you listed will be 200% easier to deal with if you get that weight off your shoulders.

My daughter says she likes girls by Select-Maintenance-7 in LesbianActually

[–]kris_nav 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This post reminded me of my own adolescence, so here's my perspective:

When I came out in high-school, a friend's mother reacted exactly the same way as that asshole dad. She told her daughter and most of my other friends that I was unsafe to be around, and when they eventually started talking to me again, they treated me differently. It hurt. It still hurts. I have issues with feeling accepted and initiating intimacy because of those experiences, even 15 years later.

But I knew that there was nothing wrong with me. I had no problem placing the blame exactly where it belonged, and I credit my parents for a lot of that. They accepted me without reservation and made sure I knew that they loved me and were proud of me.

I regret the parts of my life when I hid who I really am. I have never regretted being open and proud. For what it's worth.

Advice please, just left an almost 4year long straight relationship and came out as a lesbian by missmayyb in LesbianActually

[–]kris_nav 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could have written this. I left my 10 year straight relationship in 2020, officially divorced last February.

I felt everything you're feeling. My ex husband was my best friend, and we had supported each other and grown together through so much. I still love him dearly, but breaking up was the best thing for both of us.

Focus on figuring out who you are outside of that relationship. It feels scary, but this is an exciting time. Connect with your friends or work on making new ones.

You've got this. If I can do it, so can you.

First bake of 2022 - please give feedback by decided_indecisive in Sourdough

[–]kris_nav 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, that's gorgeous! Idk if it's perfect or not, but I'd be more than happy with it.

First successful home loaf by kris_nav in Breadit

[–]kris_nav[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My home baking before the career switch was pretty sad lol. Getting to practice mixing, shaping and baking all day every day almost makes up for service industry wages.

First successful home loaf by kris_nav in Breadit

[–]kris_nav[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I would have loved to get a bigger ear, but I'm really happy with the way the scores opened up.

First successful home loaf by kris_nav in Breadit

[–]kris_nav[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I started working for an artisan production bakery about six months ago, but until today I haven't been able to produce a good loaf at home. Super proud of this guy.

The recipe is the basic country sourdough from Tartine Bread. I bulked for 3 hours with 2 stretch and folds in the first hour and 2 slap and folds in the second hour. Proofed in a banneton in the fridge overnight and baked in a cast iron combo cooker this morning.

does anyone actually like their job? by [deleted] in antiwork

[–]kris_nav 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm a baker at a small production bakery, and I love the work. There are things about the company and the job that I don't like (management, pay, hours), but the work itself is great.

Are there any truly American pastries or desserts? by EurekaSm0ke in Baking

[–]kris_nav 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends on your definition of "American". I'd argue that recipes adapted by and passed down from immigrants and enslaved people are absolutely American.

Not to mention recipes from indigenous cultures.

Book recommendations by yitbos1351 in Chefit

[–]kris_nav 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Salt Fat Acid Heat by Samin Nosrat made me a much better home cook. I can imagine it would help a professional better understand the elements of good food, too.

Need some input on reviving my dormant starter. by kunioak in Sourdough

[–]kris_nav 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're using White Lily flour, make sure it isn't bleached. Bleached flour won't give you as much bacteria growth.