| How to Choose Between Nut Milks Posted: 14 Jul 2021 05:00 PM PDT Nut milk is made from different kinds of nuts, including almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, walnuts, and peanuts. Most nut milk can be substituted one-to-one for cow's milk in recipes, and it's a great option if you're lactose intolerant or just want to consume less dairy. There are a lot of considerations—both nutritional and personal—you should take into account when deciding which nut milk is right for you.[1] [Edit]Selecting a Nut Milk Based on Nutrients - Opt for almond, cashew, or macadamia nut milk for something that's rich in calcium. While all dairy milk has calcium, the same cannot be said of all nut milk. If you need more calcium in your diet, select a type of nut milk that is high in calcium. Almond, cashew, and macadamia nut milk are all high in calcium, whereas hazelnut, walnut, and peanut milk are all low in calcium.[2]
- Unfortunately, nut milk that is high in calcium will be low in protein, and vice versa. That means you'll have to select between one or the other, not both.
- Select hazelnut, walnut, or peanut milk if you want nut milk that has lots of protein. Dairy milk offers a very decent amount of protein ( of 2% cow's milk contains of protein), but not all types of nut milk have much protein. If you want to keep your protein intake up, you'll want to select hazelnut, walnut, and peanut milk. Cashew milk actually has the lowest protein content of all nut milk.[3]
- While hazelnut, walnut, and peanut milk all have protein in them, none of them has as much protein as cow's milk. For example, of either hazelnut or walnut milk contains only of protein and of peanut milk contains of protein.
- Choose almond or cashew milk if you're watching your fat intake. Dairy milk comes in different fat contents, such as skim, 1%, 2%, and homo. However, nut milk doesn't have the same levels of fat content. Macadamia nut, hazelnut, walnut, and peanut milk are all high in fat (more than per ). Therefore, if you're watching your fat intake, you'll want to stay away from these types of nut milk.[4]
- Walnut and peanut milk have the highest levels of fat, at per . Whereas, cashew milk has the lowest level of fat, at per .
- Pick cashew, almond, or macadamia nut milk for a lower calorie intake. As a comparison, of 2% cow's milk contains 120 calories. Nut milk can contain anywhere from 25 to 150 calories per . Cashew, almond, and macadamia nut milk all have less than 100 calories per cup, whereas hazelnut, walnut, and peanut milk all contain 100 calories or more per .[5]
- Keep in mind that most nut milk comes in both sweetened and unsweetened varieties. If you opt for the sweetened variety, you'll be increasing the number of calories per glass.
- Look for a type of nut milk that has the vitamins you need. Different types of nut milk are high in different types of vitamins. For example, almond, cashew, and macadamia nut milk are all high in vitamin D. Almond, cashew, and hazelnut milk are all high in vitamin E. Macadamia nut and hazelnut milk are both high in types of vitamin B.[6]
- Walnut milk is also high in omega 3 fatty acids.
[Edit]Picking a Nut Milk Based on Personal Factors - Opt for almond milk if you're on a budget. In general, nut milk is more expensive than dairy milk. However, the price between different types of nut milk could be significant, depending on where you shop and what's on sale. Almond and cashew milk tend to be the most common types of nut milk, therefore they're also likely to be the least expensive.[7]
- Keep in mind that nut milk also comes sweetened vs. unsweetened and in different flavours. These differences may also affect the price.
- Macadamia nut milk is a fairly new nut milk and is mainly made in Australia with Australia macadamia nuts. This will also likely mean it is more expensive when purchased in Europe or North America.
- Pick almond milk if you want to try the most popular type of nut milk. It's okay to follow the crowd. If a lot of other people like something, there's a higher chance you'll like it to. Therefore, if you want to select a type of nut milk based on popularity, go with almond milk, which has over 60% of the non-dairy milk market.[8]
- Next in line after almond milk is cashew milk. However, keep in mind these two types of nut milk rule the market mainly because they have the most options available. Other nut milk is slowly coming onto the market and may become more popular over time.
- Try different nut milks to see which tastes the best to you. While most nut milk will have some sort of nutty taste to them, the subtleness of that nutty taste will differ. The other differences between nut milks you might notice is their natural sweetness and their creaminess. Decide which specific nut milk you prefer by trying a bunch of different ones, until you've found the one perfect for you.[9]
- To get a sense of which nut milk you like best, you may want to purchase a small container of each to try. Or try a different kind in your coffee or tea each time you're at the cafe.
- Check the percentage of nuts a milk contains before buying it. Not all brands and types of nut milk are made using the same percentage of nuts. For example, a lot of almond milk contains only 2% almonds, and most macadamia nut milk contains only 3% macadamia nuts. In both cases, the remaining percentage is mostly water and possibly some other additives like carrageenan or vegetable gum. You may wish to select a type of nut milk based on not just which nut is used, but also what other contents are added to the milk.[10]
- When buying nut milk, check the container for the percentage of that nut it contains. You may be able to purchase nut milk that contains as much as 7-15% nuts.
[Edit]Warnings - If you or someone in your household is allergic to any type of nut, you will likely not want to try nut milk in your home. You could, however, still try nut milk at a cafe or even at work. Plus, there are other non-dairy milk options that are not made from nuts, such as soy, coconut, and hemp.[11]
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| How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Stand Out Posted: 14 Jul 2021 09:00 AM PDT These days, a polished, professional LinkedIn profile is just as important as a strong, up-to-date resume. Your LinkedIn profile can attract recruiters and help you land your next dream job. There are many ways to make your LinkedIn stand out and really showcase your skills and achievements. Take a look at this list of tips and tricks you can use to take your profile to the next level today! [Edit]Upload a clear, professional photo of yourself. - Your picture is the first impression you give recruiters or employers. Choose a picture that is only of you and shows just your head and shoulders in front of a solid background. Make sure the photo is recent and is clearly you. In other words, don't choose a low-quality, blurry photo or a shot taken from a distance.[1]
- An ideal headshot for LinkedIn is a photo in which your face takes up about 60% of the space.
- Preferably, choose a picture of you in an outfit that you'd likely wear to work.
- Professional doesn't mean boring — it's okay to smile in your LinkedIn photo!
- If you use a profile picture that is inappropriate or silly, recruiters will probably remove you from their candidate list immediately.[2] Save the funny stuff for your friends and family on Facebook!
[Edit]Add a background photo that shows something about you. - A background photo allows you to showcase a bit of your personality. Select a background photo that shows something that's important to you or demonstrates what kind of professional you are. Pick something that grabs people's attention and gives a little more context about you.[3]
- For example, if you're an avid runner, you could include a background photo of you running in a marathon.
- Or, if you're an enthusiastic programmer, you could upload a background picture of some code.
[Edit]Customize your profile URL. - This makes your profile easier to find on search engines. Ideally, set your profile's URL to your first and last names. If there's already another profile with the same name, include a middle initial or another variation of your name.[4]
- The default URL provided by LinkedIn is a combination of your name and random letters and numbers, which isn't search engine friendly.
- Avoid using spaces, numbers, and special symbols in your new URL.
- Besides helping your profile show up on search engines, a custom URL show's recruiters and potential employers that you're LinkedIn savvy and detail oriented.
- For example, if your name is George Richard Jacobson, make your URL linkedin.com/in/GeorgeJacobson. If that's taken already, make it linkedin.com/in/GeorgeRJacobson.
[Edit]Share your location. - This makes you more likely to be found by people in your area. Include the city where you're based on your profile to help recruiters or employers in your geographic region find you when they're looking to hire. If you don't list your location on your profile, you're less likely to be discovered and considered for a new local job opportunity.[5]
- If you're a remote worker and not tied down to just 1 city, keep your profile updated with the country or city you're in at the moment.
[Edit]Write a headline that describes what you do. - Your headline influences how you show up in searches on LinkedIn. Make your headline a standard job title related to what you do, what you're qualified for, or what type of work you're looking for. Think about the way recruiters might search for someone like you on LinkedIn and use keywords you think they might type into a search. Highlight special skills or certifications you have as well.[6]
- If you're currently employed, LinkedIn sets your headline to your current job title by default. Unless your job title is exactly how you want to describe yourself, change your headline to something else.
- For example, if you're a freelance content writer and actively looking for new clients, make your headline something like: "Marketing-Minded Content Writer with SEO Experience."
[Edit]Include a descriptive summary. - Your summary tells potential employers what you can bring to the table. Describe what you do well and what your areas of expertise are. Include keywords that are highly specific to the industry you work in.[7]
- LinkedIn gives you a 2,000-character limit for your summary, but it's better to keep it a bit shorter than that. A summary in the 1,000- to 1,250-character range is ideal.
- Make sure not to just list your past experience — that's what your job titles below are for!
- Try to really show the reader what you do and why it's important. For example, include something like: "My job ensures that critical databases remain secure and are always online."
- Another descriptive sentence to include in your summary could be something like: "I'm a data-driven and insightful recruiter who matches talented people with great careers."
- A well-written and engaging summary entices people to read through your profile further and accept your connection request or request to connect with you.[8]
[Edit]Make your past and present job titles specific. - Formal job titles aren't always the best choice. Make sure each job title you list on your profile describes what you actually do or did, instead of always using the internal title given by the company. Take advantage of the 100-character limit to really describe your role.[9]
- For example, if your formal title is just "Team Lead," that doesn't really tell people what you do or help you show up in relevant search results.
- Opt for a more descriptive title like "Programming Team Lead - iOS App Development."
- Add bullets below job titles to highlight your strengths and accomplishments and show you were successful at your job. For example, say something like: "Negotiated a $1.5M sale to increase profit margins by 25%".[10]
- Don't forget to fill in your education info completely as well. Add the name of any educational institution you attended, the name of the degree you earned, and the date you graduated.
[Edit]List your most relevant skills and certifications. - The skills section gives people an idea of what you can do at a quick glance. Open up the "Add Skills" section on your profile and type in keywords related to technical skills you have. Click on relevant skills to add them to your profile.[11]
- LinkedIn lets you add up to 50 skills, but that can be a lot for people viewing your profile to read through. Aim to add somewhere around 15 to 20 skills that are highly relevant to what you do or what type of work you're looking for.
- Every now and then, take a look at your skills and remove any that you don't feel are as relevant anymore. Replace them with any new skills you have gained recently.
- You can also take a multiple-choice skills quiz on LinkedIn and earn a skills badge for your profile if you score in the top 30%.
[Edit]Ask for endorsements and recommendations. - These are ways to show your success working with others in the past. Reach out to bosses, coworkers, or clients and ask them politely to write you recommendations or endorse skills you list on your profile. Aim to get at least 5 recommendations on your profile and multiple endorsements for the skills you most want to highlight.[12]
- Make sure to return the favor by endorsing or writing recommendations for your connections as well.
- Sometimes, too many endorsements on just a few skills can make your profile look skewed. You can choose which endorsements to show and which to hide using the "edit" feature of the skill section.
[Edit]Get 500 or more connections. - A large network makes you more likely to be found by potential employers. Search LinkedIn for past colleagues, people you studied with, friends, and family and send them requests to connect. Join groups relevant to your industry or alumni groups for where you studied and request to connect with people you don't know to network more.[13]
- If you send a request to connect to someone you don't personally know, make sure to write a personalized message explaining why you want to connect with them.
- For example, say something like: "Good afternoon, I saw an article you posted in the WSU alumni group and I really enjoyed your commentary on it. I would love to connect to see more of what you share!"
- After you pass 500 connections, LinkedIn shows your number of connections as "500+" instead of as an exact number, so it looks like you have a really extensive network.
[Edit]Add multimedia to your profile. - This lets you show off your personality and creativity. Upload an introductory video, images of past work, or slide decks from professional presentations. Take advantage of multimedia to help show your achievements and abilities in a different way.[14]
- For example, if you gave a presentation at work about the top marketing trends for 2021, that would be a great slide deck to upload to showcase your marketing expertise!
- If you're a designer, you could upload screenshots of infographics, brochures, or websites you designed.
[Edit]Share content daily to stay active. - Staying active on LinkedIn helps you show up more in users' feeds. Update your status, share an article, or write a post at least once a day. Like and comment on content your connections share as well to engage with others.[15]
- If you're actively job hunting, aim to make 2 updates a day to help your profile show up even more.
- Groups are a great place to engage with people you're not connected with.
- Examples of content to share are industry insights, business news, and information about products and services closely related to your industry.
- Ask questions to get people to engage with your posts. For example, say something like: "What do you think about these 10 new trends in web design?"
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| How to Roast Broccoli Posted: 14 Jul 2021 01:00 AM PDT Broccoli is a delicious, easy, and quick vegetable to cook up for almost any meal. If you're used to steaming broccoli or blanching it in hot water, you might not know how flavorful broccoli can be with a little extra effort. By roasting your broccoli, either in an oven, in a pan, or by using an air-fryer, you can have delectable side-dish in no time at all. [Edit]Ingredients [Edit]Oven-Roasting Broccoli - 2 large heads (500g) of broccoli
- of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
[Edit]Pan-Roasting Broccoli - 2 large heads (500g) of broccoli
- of olive oil
- of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
[Edit]Roasting Broccoli in an Air-Fryer - 1 large head (250g) of broccoli
- of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
[Edit]Oven-Roasting Broccoli - Cut your broccoli into bite-sized florets. Use a sharp paring knife or something similar to cut the 'branches' of broccoli away from the stem. Continue cutting the florets of broccoli until they are small, bite-sized pieces.[1]
- Hold your knife at a 45-degree angle to the stem and cut in a circle around the top of the broccoli. It may take some practice, but this an easy way to quickly cut the florets away from the main stem.
- Wash the broccoli in cold water and a splash of vinegar. Fill a bowl with cold water and submerge your broccoli florets in it. Swish them around to remove any dirt, before adding roughly of vinegar. Leave the broccoli to sit for 5 minutes, pour out the water out and rinse the broccoli in clean water once again.[2]
- The vinegar will kill help kill any bugs hiding in the broccoli but may affect the taste. Rinsing the broccoli in cold water afterward will make sure it is clean and without any vinegar flavor.
- Preheat your oven to and prepare a baking tray. Turn your oven onto a bake setting at around to begin preheating. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper and set it aside.[3]
- If you don't have baking paper, the oil used to roast the broccoli will work instead but will make the baking tray more difficult to clean.
- Toss the broccoli in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Transfer the broccoli to a clean, dry bowl and drizzle it with of olive oil. Sprinkle over salt and pepper to taste, before tossing the bowl to combine everything. Continue shaking the bowl until the seasoning is evenly distributed and all of the broccoli is coated in oil.[4]
- You can also do this on the baking tray, but it may be more difficult to evenly coat the broccoli in oil and seasoning.
- Around ½ teaspoon (2g) each of salt and pepper is a good starting point for seasoning. Add more or less to taste.
- You could also add other seasonings for more complex flavors. Try sprinkling over 1 teaspoon (5g) of garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Transfer the broccoli to the tray and cook for 25 to 35 minutes. Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer over the baking tray and place it in the oven. Leave it to cook for 25 to 35 minutes, shaking every 5 minutes or so to move the broccoli around.[5]
- After around 20 minutes, the broccoli will be cooked. The longer you leave it in the oven for, the crispier your roasted broccoli will be.
- Serve the broccoli immediately. Once the broccoli has browned and caramelized around the edges, take it out and serve immediately. Season it with extra salt and pepper if needed while it's still hot.[6]
[Edit]Pan-Roasting Broccoli - Cut and wash your broccoli in cold water. Use a sharp paring knife to cut away bite-sized florets of broccoli from the main stem. Rinse them in a bowl of cold water with of vinegar to kill any bugs, before rinsing again in clean water. Transfer to a clean bowl or colander to get rid of any excess water.[7]
- Rinse the broccoli, swapping out dirty water with clean water until the water remains clear. This way, you'll know when your broccoli is completely clean.
- Heat of olive oil in a large skillet. Put a large skillet over a medium-high heat and leave it to begin warming up. Pour in of olive oil and swirl it around to evenly coat the bottom of the pan. Let the oil heat up until it begins shimmering.[8]
- You could use different oils in place of olive oil for new flavors. Try using sesame oil for an Asian twist, or coconut oil for a little nutty sweetness.
- Roast the broccoli in the oil for 3 to 4 minutes. Once the oil is heated, pour in your clean, dry broccoli. Using a pair of tongs, or just by moving the skillet, toss the broccoli around so that it is evenly coated in oil. Move the broccoli around every 30 seconds or so, allowing the edges of the broccoli to brown.[9]
- For the best results, spread your broccoli out in a single layer in the skillet. If your skillet isn't big enough, keep the broccoli moving so that it cooks evenly.
- Pour of water into the pan and cover immediately. Measure out roughly of water in a measuring jug or cup. Holding the lid of the skillet in front of the pan, quickly pour the water over the broccoli and cover with the lid. This water will turn to steam, which will finish cooking the broccoli.[10]
- Rather than seasoning the broccoli, mix ½ teaspoon (2g) each of salt and pepper into the water before adding it to the pan.
- Leave the broccoli to steam for 2 to 3 minutes before serving it. Hold the lid over the broccoli to allow it steam, shaking the skillet occasionally to keep the broccoli moving and cooking evenly. After 2 or 3 minutes, remove the broccoli from the heat, strain it to remove any excess water, and serve while it's still hot.[11]
- Season the broccoli with extra salt and pepper to taste once it's cooked.
[Edit]Roasting Broccoli in an Air-Fryer - Preheat your air-fryer to . Plug in and turn on your air-fryer. Set the temperature to and leave it for 4 to 5 minutes to begin heating up.[12]
- Consult the manufacturer's instructions for your air-fryer if you're unsure how to turn it on or set it to a specific temperature.
- Wash and cut your broccoli. Slice bite-sized florets away from the main broccoli stem and transfer them to a bowl of cold water with of vinegar. Swish the broccoli around in the water, pouring it out and adding new, clean water whenever it becomes dirty. Strain the broccoli through a colander to get rid of the water once its clean.[13]
- Adding vinegar to the first bowl of water will kill any bugs or worms hiding in the broccoli.
- Toss the broccoli in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Put the broccoli in a clean, dry bowl and drizzle it with the olive oil. Sprinkle over 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, and toss the broccoli in the bowl until each floret is covered in olive oil and evenly seasoned.[14]
- For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon (5g) each of garlic powder and onion powder.
- Cook the broccoli in the fryer for 12 minutes. Pour the seasoned broccoli into the basket of the air-fryer and leave it to cook. After 10 to 12 minutes, the broccoli will be bright green and crispy all over. Take it out of the air-fryer and transfer it to a plate to serve immediately.[15]
- For extra flavor, top the broccoli with grated parmesan cheese as soon as it comes out of the fryer.
- Cooking times will vary between different air-fryers. Check the broccoli after around 10 minutes in your air-fryer to see how much longer it needs to cook.
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- Bowl
- Oven
- Baking tray
- Baking or greaseproof paper
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- Bowl
- Skillet with lid
- Measuring jug or cup
- Tongs
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| How to Make Chicken Tikka Masala Posted: 13 Jul 2021 05:00 PM PDT Chicken tikka masala is a great introduction to cooking Indian food. Although it's not as traditional as most curries, it's flavorful and easy to make at home. Start by marinating chicken in seasoned yogurt before broiling it and cutting it into pieces. Then, sauté onion with spices and tomato purée. Stir in cream and simmer the sauce until it thickens a little. To serve chicken tikka masala, stir the chicken into the sauce and offer naan or basmati rice on the side. [Edit]Ingredients [Edit]Chicken - of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup (70 g) of plain whole-milk Greek-style yogurt
- of peanut oil or vegetable oil
- of fresh lime or lemon juice
- 1 large clove of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (8 g) of ground coriander
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (4 g) of ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (4 g) of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of cayenne
- 1 tablespoon (7 g) of grated fresh ginger
- 4 tablespoons (56 g) of unsalted butter
- 1 large white onion, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups (340 g) of canned tomato purée
- of water
- of heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 1/4 teaspoons (7 g) of kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup (25 g) of chopped fresh cilantro
Makes 4 servings [Edit]Marinating the Chicken - Whisk the yogurt, oil, juice, and garlic in a small bowl. Get out a bowl and put 1/4 cup (70 g) of plain whole-milk Greek-style yogurt into it. Whisk in of peanut oil or vegetable oil, of fresh lime or lemon juice, and 1 minced clove of garlic.[1]
- Slice the chicken breasts in half and toss them in the marinade. Put of boneless, skinless chicken breasts onto a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to carefully slice each breast in half lengthwise. Then, stir the chicken in the marinade so the breasts are completely covered.[2]
- Slicing the chicken breasts into thin halves will help the chicken cook faster and evenly.
- Always practice food safety when handling raw meat. Wash your hands well before and after handling the chicken. Then sanitize the cutting board and knife before using them again.
- Cover the bowl and marinate the chicken for 4 to 6 hours. Cover the bowl with a piece of plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator. Leave the chicken to absorb the flavors for at least 4 hours or up to 6 hours.[3]
- The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavorful it will be.
[Edit]Cooking the Masala - Mix the dry spices. Get out a small bowl and put all of the dry spices into it. Then whisk the spices for about 20 seconds so they're combined. You'll need to whisk:[4]
- 1 tablespoon (8 g) of ground coriander
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (4 g) of ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (4 g) of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of cayenne
- 1 tablespoon (7 g) of grated fresh ginger
- Sauté the onion for 5 minutes. Put 4 tablespoons (56 g) of unsalted butter into a large pot and turn the burner to medium-high. Once the butter melts, stir in 1 finely chopped onion. Stir the onion frequently and cook it until it becomes lightly brown.[5]
- It's alright if the onion doesn't caramelize evenly. It will finish cooking as you make the rest of the masala sauce.
- Stir in the spices and cook them for 30 seconds. Add the dry spice mixture to the pot and stir them until they're combined with the onion. Stir and cook the spiced onions over medium heat for about 30 seconds.[6]
- Heating the spices in the oil will intensify their flavor.
- Add tomato puree, water, cream, and salt. Pour 1 1/2 cups (340 g) of canned tomato purée into the pot along with of water, of heavy cream, and 1 1/4 teaspoons (7 g) of kosher salt. Stir to incorporate the liquids.[7]
- Simmer the masala sauce for 10 minutes. Heat the sauce until it comes to a boil and then turn the burner down to medium-low. Let the masala sauce bubble gently with the lid off so it thickens a little.[8]
- Stir the masala sauce occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
[Edit]Cooking the Chicken - Turn the broiler on and adjust the rack. Most broilers simply have an ON or OFF option but if yours has heat levels, turn the heat to HIGH. Then move the rack so it's about below the heating element.[9]
- Lay the marinated chicken on a baking sheet. Remove the bowl of chicken from the refrigerator and get out a baking sheet. Lift out each piece of chicken and use a spoon or spatula to scrape the excess marinade back into the bowl. Then lay the pieces of chicken on the baking sheet so they're in a single layer.[10]
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little salt and pepper over the chicken pieces.
- Broil the chicken for about 12 minutes. Put the baking sheet on the rack under the broiler. Cook the chicken until it's charred on the outside and fully cooked on the inside. You'll need to flip it 1 to 2 times as it broils so it cooks evenly.[11] once it's finished broiling.}}
- Remember to wear oven mitts when handling the hot pan and opening the oven. Use tongs to flip the chicken so you don't burn your hands.
- Cut the chicken into pieces. Turn off the broiler and transfer the cooked chicken to a clean cutting board. Then use a sharp knife to cut the chicken into even pieces.[12]
[Edit]Assembling the Chicken Tikka Masala - Stir the chicken into the masala sauce and simmer it for 5 minutes. Add the cooked chicken pieces to the pot and stir until the chicken is coated in the masala sauce. Heat the chicken tikka masala until it bubbles gently and cook it for 5 minutes over medium heat.[13]
- Stir the chicken tikka masala occasionally to prevent the sauce from sticking to the pot.
- Turn off the heat and stir in salt, pepper, and cilantro. Move the pot of chicken tikka masala to a trivet or a burner that's not hot. Then stir in 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) of freshly ground black pepper and salt according to your taste. Add 1/2 cup (25 g) of chopped fresh cilantro just before you're ready to serve the chicken tikka masala.[14]
- The cilantro will immediately begin to lose its bright green color, so serve the chicken tikka masala quickly.
- Serve the chicken tikka masala with rice or naan. Garnish the top with a little extra fresh cilantro and serve the dish with basmati rice or naan. To store leftover chicken tikka masala, put it in an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3 days.[15]
- To save time, you can skip marinating and cooking the chicken breasts. Instead, substitute shredded rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken.[16]
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- Bowl
- Whisk
- Plastic wrap
- Large pot
- Spoon
- Tongs
- Knife and cutting board
- Instant-read meat thermometer
- Baking sheet
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| How to Pin a Text Message Conversation in iMessage Posted: 13 Jul 2021 09:00 AM PDT Want to make it easier to find certain conversations in the Messages app? You can "pin" up to nine conversations to the top of Messages, which takes the frustration out of finding the people you talk to most. This wikiHow teaches you how to pin messages to the top of the Messages app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. [Edit]iPhone or iPad - Open the Messages app on your iPhone or iPad. It's the green icon with a white chat bubble. You'll find it on your home screen or in your app library.
- Tap and hold the conversation you want to pin. A menu will expand.
- Tap on the menu. This adds an icon for the conversation to the top of the screen.
- You can repeat this for other conversations you want to pin.
- Add multiple pins at once (optional). You can pin up to 9 conversations to the top of the Messages app. Here's a quick way to pin multiple conversations:
- Tap Edit at the top-left corner of messages.[1]
- Tap Edit Pins.
- Tap the yellow pushpin on each conversation you want to pin.
- Tap Done at the top-left corner.
- Unpin a conversation. If you want to unpin a conversation at any time, just tap and hold it and select Unpin.
- Open the Messages app on your Mac. It's the green icon with a white chat bubble. You'll find it on the launchpad, and often on the Dock.
- Find the conversation you want to pin. You can either scroll to it in your conversation list, or use the search field at the top to find someone in particular.[2]
- Press the key as you click the conversation. A Pin option will appear.
- If you have a Magic Mouse or trackpad, you can also use two fingers to swipe right on the conversation, which will bring up the Pin option.
- Click . This pins the conversation to the top of the Messages app. You can pin multiple conversations to the top of Messages.
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| How to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone Posted: 13 Jul 2021 01:00 AM PDT There's not a lot of room for adventure and excitement in your comfort zone. To add a little zest to your life, it's important to try new and sometimes scary things. Stretch your limits! Getting outside of your comfortable box may be tough at first, but facing unfamiliar challenges can make you happier and more fulfilled in the long run. To become a pro at taking these chances, learn to think positively about stepping out of your comfort zone. Then you can work to make your new attitude stick with you for the long haul. [Edit]Pick activities that challenge you. - Think about a few things that scare you or make you nervous. Write them down in a list, and put a star next to the one you want to start with. You can tackle the others later. Making a list helps you formulate a plan for how exactly you want to put yourself out there. Rather than just thinking about it, coming up with specific ideas forces you to put these plans in motion.[1]
- Your list may include things like: "Go skydiving, read Moby Dick, write a short story, go on a blind date."
[Edit]Ask yourself why you want to tackle these new obstacles. - Come up with a reason (or a few). Think about what you're going to get out of these new experiences. Once you have your answers, write them down on a piece of paper and keep it with you. Return to the paper anytime you want to back out. This can help remind you why you originally wanted to step out of your comfort zone and boost your motivation.[2]
- If you're going on a blind date, for example, you might tell yourself: "I've gone on lots of dates I set up myself, and I haven't met someone I can picture myself with long term. This could be my chance!"
- Maybe you want to move to a new city, but you're afraid you'll miss your friends and family in your hometown. Remind yourself why you originally set out to move, such as better job opportunities and the chance to meet new friends.
[Edit]Bring a buddy for some added support. - Doing something new on your own can make it even more challenging. There's no reason you can't rely on friends or family to help you get out of your comfort zone! Pick someone who's naturally adventurous to be your partner in trying new experiences. If you set a goal to hike somewhere new every weekend, for example, bring a friend along! It'll be more fun to reach the end of the trail with a buddy, and they can make you feel more comfortable navigating the unfamiliar terrain.[3]
- Your partner-in-crime should be aware of what you are doing and want to go along with it, too. If you decided you want to learn how to cook, ask a friend who's into food to take a cooking class with you.
[Edit]Do some research to get more information. - You'll be more comfortable trying new things if you're informed. This new activity might feel like you're facing a big question mark at first. To answer all your lingering questions, go online and read about it. This will leave you feeling a little less lost, and can even help you get excited for the change! Make sure the information you find is reputable to ensure you're knowledgeable and prepared.[4]
- Let's say you're moving to New York City, but you don't know anything about it. Research the different neighborhoods you could live in, how to navigate the subway system, and all the fun things you can do in the city.
- Try for .gov, .org, or .edu websites when you can. Otherwise, be sure to avoid sites with misspellings or formatting problems.
- The internet can sometimes be overwhelming. While it's a great idea to be more informed, don't dig so deep that you start scaring yourself with scenarios that are unlikely to happen to you.
[Edit]Break the activity down into small steps. - You don't have to do the activity all at once. If you're feeling intimidated by the challenge you've picked, make it a multi-step process that will let you slowly climb that mountain. Conquering your fears gradually can help ease you into new challenges. Think of it like learning how to swim. You start in the shallow end and work your way to the deepest part of the pool with time![5]
- Maybe you want to go skydiving, but you're feeling terrified about jumping out of that plane. Go to the top of a really tall building and take a peek over. Then, try a smaller-scale activity that involves heights, like parasailing or bungee jumping at a theme park.
[Edit]Give yourself an ultimatum. - Don't give yourself an out. Tell yourself that you're trying this new thing, or you'll "take away" some other daily activity you enjoy. Maybe you want to take a painting class, but you're nervous because you've never painted before. In fact, you suddenly fear you won't enjoy painting at all. Tell yourself that if you don't go through with the class, you won't be allowed to watch the new episode of your favorite TV show.[6]
- If you don't like the new thing, you never have to try it again. Just make yourself try it once so that you can make an informed decision about whether you like it or not.
- The punishment for your ultimatum should be primarily mental, but if you're really struggling, make it concrete. Say to yourself: "No coffee for a month if I don't try this."
[Edit]Think positively to overcome fear - Visualize challenges as chances to grow. The biggest obstacle keeping you from stepping out of your comfort zone is fear, especially fear of failure. Instead of focusing on the possibility of failure, think of steps outside your comfort zone as opportunities. You may be right around the corner from changing your life for the better![7]
- Stepping out of your comfort zone can make you happier and more fulfilled. Keep those positive possibilities at the front of your mind to push out the fears.
- For example, you want to throw your name in the ring for a promotion that just came up at work, but you're terrified of not getting the job. Instead of focusing on that outcome, imagine what could happen if you get it!
[Edit]Coach yourself through scary situations. - Some good self-talk can be really helpful in these moments. When stepping outside of your comfort box, repeat encouraging, positive phrases to yourself. Use your name and the first person to make it more effective.[8]
- You can say something like: "Jenna, I know you're scared, but you're going to try this anyway. Just think about how much fun you could have! You're strong and brave."
- You can even find a quiet spot or a private bathroom and talk to yourself out loud in the mirror.
- This can really help you with that final push. You're in the plane, ready to jump out for your very first skydiving experience. Don't stop now!
[Edit]Practice deep breathing to relieve stress. - Take deep breaths and focus on filling your belly with nice, clean air. As you breathe in, picture yourself also taking in confidence. Once this confidence has filled you up, it's there to stay. Release your breath and your insecurities along with it. This will help you relax and actually enjoy life's new challenges, as you won't be so distracted by feelings of stress, insecurity, or fear.[9]
- This can be a great daily exercise, or something you do right before you need an extra boost of confidence. For example, be sure to take a few deep breaths before you meet your blind date.
[Edit]Picture the worst-case scenario to put your fear in perspective. - Ask yourself, "what's the worst that could possibly happen?" Think about ways you could deal with those circumstances if they happened. Once you're prepared for the worst, you can only be happily surprised by something better![10]
- Avoid answering your question with crazy possibilities like: "I could die." If you do this, then follow it up by thinking through how unlikely that is.
- Let's say you want to take a cross-country road trip, but all you can think about is getting stranded if you break down or run out of gas. Make a plan for this! Bring along an extra gas tank and a radio to get in touch with emergency services.
[Edit]Do small daily activities to you normally wouldn't do. - Challenge yourself in small ways every day. Look for ways to step outside of your comfort zone by taking tiny actions.[11] Once you've made stepping out of your comfort zone into a daily routine, it'll be much easier to handle bigger challenges.[12]
- For example, you could start up a conversation with a stranger at the grocery store, listen to a new genre of music on your drive to work, or try a different flavored coffee in the morning.
[Edit]Change your usual habits to mix it up. - If you're stuck in a rut, break the pattern! Look for spots in your life that feel repetitive or monotonous. If you always go to the same coffee shop each morning, try the other one across the street instead. Changing up your routine helps bring new experiences into your life.[13]
- Maybe you'll become friends with the barista at the new coffee shop, or perhaps you'll discover a new favorite coffee drink. Target any opportunity in your day-to-day to step outside your comfort zone and liven up your life!
- Even small changes can enrich your life. If you always order vanilla ice cream, go for caramel next time.
[Edit]Turn every day into a learning experience. - Change the way you view your day-to-day life. Look at each day as a chance for you to learn something new. Remember that this can only happen if you're stepping outside your comfort zone. You can do this by always making an effort to find ways to grow.[14]
- Start a book you've been meaning to read. Buy a different newspaper than the one you always read. Take a different route to get to work. You never know what you'll learn about the world when you explore different sides of it!
- Sometimes getting out of your comfort zone can require lot of time. Don't panic, be patient and always believe that nothing is impossible.
[Edit]Warnings - It's good to not know what will happen, to ignore dangers a little bit less, and to take risks a little bit more. Just don't ignore dangers too much -- always keep yourself safe and do not take risks you will end up regretting in the future!
- Don't confuse stepping out of your comfort zone with being reckless.
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