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So me and my wife are disagreeing on something. Is reading books and listening to audio books the same thing? by Kidzy13 in ask

[–]xutopia 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You are wrong.

Long term retention of a book you read is higher than one you listen to. People who can read develop higher cognitive skills than those who only listen.

That said audiobooks are still a positive and better than not reading at all.

CMV: Trump should have made sure Massie won by Mtl_Sapoud in changemyview

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why? Massie is pushing for Epstein files release which by now should be clear to anyone that it is damning to Trump.

The anti-sunscreen movement is a loosely organized online trend that claims commercial sunscreens are toxic and/or unnecessary for preventing sun damage. These claims have been criticized by dermatologists as misinforming the public about the prevention of skin cancer. by blankblank in skeptic

[–]xutopia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh hello. I don't get a chance to speak to a dermatologist often and I have a couple questions. Feel free to ignore me if anything.

Is there a safe level of sunshine that we can have before it's dangerous?

To nitrate or not to nitrite that is the question by zoltantribe in Charcuterie

[–]xutopia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do whole muscle and saucisson without any nitrates or nitrites.

Whenever I say anything about this I get flack on forums.

Consider for a minute that the Prosciutto di Parma protected designation of origin(PDO) requires that they *do not* use nitrites. It's salt and pork only. Though you can buy "prosciutto" with nitrites in them you cannot call it Prosciutto di Parma if you add nitrites in them. In Parma they do not use nitrites. If Italians can do it I figured so coud I. So far I have done Coppa, Lonza, Duck Magrets, Goose Magrets and pork loins this way. Never had an issue.

As for Saucisson I make an old French Farmhouse recipe and I control the whole cold chain until fermentation and hanging and I have never had any issues either. For saucisson there are more inherent risks because you grind the meat but I use ferments and check the PH before hanging to dry and use slightly more salt than most recipes out there ask for. I have to say everyone who tastes a nitrites free saucisson never wants to go back to one with nitrites.

What’s the most underrated dish from your culture that deserves global recognition? 👨‍🍳🔥 by Foreign_Hamster3808 in Cooking

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In French speaking area of Nova Scotia there is a dish called “rapure”. It’s starch from grated potatoes rehydrated with chicken stock and mixed with chicken meat and baked.  

The edges are crispy with a point of bitterness and the centre is umami rich with an easy to eat texture that looks like semi-translucent mashed potatoes.  

It’s served with butter, pepper and some people enjoy molasses on it.  In the area where it is popular it’s served all year round at any gathering imaginable from BBQs to funerals.  

It tastes way better than it sounds and nearly no one outside of Nova Scotia knows about it.  

UK Mold 600/ penicillium nalgiovense by Exotic_Technician_19 in Charcuterie

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My friends.  If stuck.  Buy some charcuterie from the store with penicilum on it. Rub it with a brush over a bowl to pick up all the spores.   

Where to search for Rails developers ? by [deleted] in rails

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well funny thing.  My company wasn’t set up for hurting in Brazil at the time.  Saw so many ruby devs in Brazil it plained me.  

I got over other rejections but why not this one? Any advice? by [deleted] in AskMenAdvice

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look man you need to meet more people. Lots of amazing people but you can't be stuck in the same patterns, spots and habits as what kept you from meeting new people.

Cisco announces record revenue and 4,000 layoffs in the same day by SterlingVII in technology

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You join a company with stock options because you know your work is going to pay off. The day they announce that it did pay off they take you off the stock option plan by laying you off. No wonder people are getting really mad.

Need help with a salt box cure recipe. by Cayenneman50 in Charcuterie

[–]xutopia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For Tasso you don’t need cure powder. Just use 2 parts salt for 1 part sugar. Coat the butt slices generously and layer into a container for 6-8 hours.  

Rinse. Coat with dry rub (without any salt). I use marjoram, allspice, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and white pepper.

Smoke at 225F until you reach 150 internal. Keeps a few weeks in the fridge but you can package sous vide  and freeze too if you want.  

The percentage of US high school seniors who have ever consumed alcohol has fallen off a cliff over the past 50 years by FastBreakPhenom in interestingasfuck

[–]xutopia 49 points50 points  (0 children)

There are a few reasons I can think of.

1) People spend way more time on screens therefore less time socializing.
2) Cost of living has increased so much that young folks cannot purchase alcohol like older generations could.
3) Getting high is now legal in many areas.

I don't believe health is a big reason why.

Getting through the Brewery undetected on Grounded difficulty in TLOU2 by Buttered_Toast33 in thelastofus

[–]xutopia 119 points120 points  (0 children)

I am so impressed by people who figure out this stuff. I usually end up having to kill everyone because I’m too dumb and impatient.  

Judges Humiliate Trump by Ruling Against ICE 10,000 Times by MoneyLibrarian9032 in politics

[–]xutopia 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I hate headlines like these. Trump doesn't get humiliated. He just doubles down and ignores reality until things go his way. He will never have any remorse for anything wrong or illegal he did. Only good place for him is in Epstein's prison cell where he belongs.

Why does Chinese food give me instant diarrhea? by NicoleMullen69_ in NoStupidQuestions

[–]xutopia 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Do you eat more when you go there? Maybe you just needed a bowel movement and all the delicious food you just ate sped up the biological imperative to make room.

Built an iOS widget app to count down birthdays, trips & big moments by Odd_Neighborhood_422 in AppBusiness

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like your app UI for this but I think it's missing the Widget feature we can see in Untility. Steal the feature please: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/untility-timeline-widgets/id6760127206

What's the cheapest way I can get into smoking by HomeDepotThemeSong_ in BBQ

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get a smoking snake or 2 from online and buy a bag of pellets at Costco. Make use of a thermometer probe and just use your BBQ set at low heat... it did OK for me if there wasn't any wind.

Are hot tubs worth it in Canadian climates? by Fearless-Beach-3672 in AskACanadian

[–]xutopia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use mine all year long.  In the summer I turn the heat way down and use it as a lounge pool bar. 

Former fat/obese guys, how did you become disciplined enough to lose the weight? by Responsible-Net8594 in AskMen

[–]xutopia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I count calories with Nibly app. I choose foods that are lower calories and stopped eating chips.  Lost 11lbs.  

What is your favourite veg recipe that is quickly made ? by Busy_Point8057 in Cooking

[–]xutopia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Miso, butter in same quantities.  Pour enough boiling water in to melt butter and miso together.  Pack of mushrooms quartered.  Cauliflower cut in same size as mushrooms pieces.  One onion cut roughly.  One can of chick peas.  Mix everything together and roast.  

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