Seconded. Except for I actually thought episode III was enjoyable. The only problem is for it to be as enjoyable as it was you had to suffer through Episodes I & II. But even then, I & II were not that bad on the big screen after dropping some acid about an hour before showtime.

I almost exclusively cook beans in a pressure cooker. I am also at elevation, but I am also Brazilian and a pressure cooker for black beans is pretty much a kitchen staple. I wonder if the baking soda would speed up cooking time even more. Also whether it effects the flavor. It is usually about 35-40 minutes…

Fejuada isn’t fejuada without bay leafs. Sure the same could be said for the black beans, minced caramelized onions and garlic, salt, and salted pork. But to paraphrase the Big Lebowski, the bay leaf really ties the whole dish together. Without it, it just tastes off. 

While this is a bullshit ruling and she should definitely appeal. I still don’t see how she gets convicted at trial. The ex wife wasn’t there. At best her description of events are hearsay. Ultimately she only gets convicted if the kids decide they like their bio-mom more than their dad and stepmom. And support the…

My kitchen is the same way half the year. I put the dough in a large bowl uncovered in the microwave with a large mug of boiling water. Replace the water with new boiling water for each rise. Works like a charm.

What size did you of ramekin did you use?

Along the same vain, but instead of the gym. I make sure to pack my running shoes. Unless you are vacationing somewhere not safe, a 5 mile run is a great way to get to know the area or at least immediate area if you are in a large city. Just make sure to consult a map before you go so you don’t get lost.

SLC, UT: Pastrami Burgers

Great except it makes you download a stupid adobe product to print your coupon while also insisting on getting your home address.

Eh, I have a roughly 1.5" x 1.5 “ tattoo which is all black (well blackish) that I got 20 years ago. I used to always put sunscreen on it. Even sometimes only the tattoo. About 8 years ago I came to conclusion, if/when it fades enough I’ll just get it darkened. It isn’t worth the hassle or worry. And being that it is…

Carzy, I also want you to try an anchovy and pineapple pizza.

I would also recommend a cheap pair of binoculars or telescope you won’t be too up much if the kids destroy. Given the vastness of the sky the can still do plenty of exploring after nightfall without having to wonder around so it make it easier to keep track of them. Plus the night sky away from the city, especially…

Though much better than me across the board the problem with women’s soccer is that they are inferior athletes to the top men. People are willing to pay top dollar to see the best athletes, not so much for everyone else. It is also largely why the MLS suffers compared the other 4 major sports leagues in the US. The…

“One, the restaurant wants you to know that it’s doing right by its workers.”

Agreed. Instant coffee is a crime against nature. Though I would argue some irish whiskey, properly apportioned, into an unsweetened cappuccino is really where it is at. But perhaps that is no longer an irish coffee as much as it is just a better drink.

Confused in Columbus

Fortunately here in Utah the mosquitoes are slow and dumb. Though it is annoying to have to swat at them, at least you can effectively. Enough so that I don’t worry about covering up or bug spray when I am hiking or trail running. But camping near water, or sometimes even just sitting around the backyard, bug spray is…

For SLC and the near by canyons

Ruth’s Dinner
Poplar Street

While Dominoes Pizza is deffinitely much better then it used to be, at the prices they now charge I would rather go with a equally, to slightly more, expensive local place. Lots of high quality local pizza places in and around Salt Lake City.

Indeed, it does still sound like it would taste good.