| How to Make Pomegranate Seltzer Posted: 20 May 2017 05:00 PM PDT The refreshing pop of carbonation is a nice addition to the sweet yet tart flavor of pomegranate.[1] It's a good thing making a pomegranate seltzer drink at home is relatively easy to do. The classic pomegranate seltzer won't take more than a few minutes. For a twist on this seltzer beverage, try a cranberry pomegranate seltzer. Should you want the freshest flavor, make these recipes with freshly juiced pomegranate seeds. EditIngredients EditSparkling Pomegranate - Pomegranate juice (with no sugar added)
- Seltzer water (or similar carbonated water)
- Sugar
- Lemon wedges
- Ice
EditCranberry Pomegranate Seltzer - 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 100% pomegranate juice (unsweetened)
- Simple syrup
- Seltzer water
- Lime wedges
- Ice
EditMixing up a Sparkling Pomegranate Drink - Mix the pomegranate juice and seltzer in equal parts. In a large pitcher, punch bowl, or similar container, mix the pomegranate juice and seltzer water in equal parts. Stir sugar into the mixture with a wooden spoon until your desired level of sweetness is achieved and the sugar completely dissolved.[2]
- Serve your pomegranate seltzer over ice. Fill a glass with ice. Pour your pomegranate seltzer mixture over the ice. Take a lemon wedge and squeeze its juice into the mixture. Stir the mixture with a spoon or a straw to distribute the lemon juice and enjoy.[3]
- Store your pomegranate seltzer in the refrigerator. The carbonation (bubbliness) of your mixture will last longer if you store it in an airtight container. Pour your mixture into such a container, and store it in your refrigerator for several days.[4]
EditPreparing a Cranberry Pomegranate Seltzer - Combine your juice, seltzer, and simple syrup. In a large pitcher or similar container, mix your seltzer water and juices in a 4 to 1 ratio. For example, for every 4 oz (118 ml) of seltzer, use 1 oz (30 ml) of each juice. When you reach your desired amount, taste the mixture and add simple syrup to sweeten the beverage.
- Use a wooden spoon to stir in the simple syrup. Failing to do so can cause the simple syrup to collect around the bottom of the mixture.[5]
- Add a squeeze of lime to your cranberry pomegranate mixture. When serving your cranberry pomegranate seltzer, pour the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Squeeze a lime wedge into the glass and give the mixture a stir to spread the citrus flavor throughout the drink.[6]
- Keep extra seltzer drink in the refrigerator. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container to prevent the bubbliness from dissipating too rapidly. Store your seltzer beverage for several days in the refrigerator.[7]
EditJuicing Pomegranate Seeds - Cut open the pomegranate. At the top and bottom of the pomegranate, the rind thickens and can be cut away. Remove the rind until you see the red seeds inside the pomegranate. Then cut the pomegranate into wedges.[8]
- Pomegranate juice is bright red. It tends to stain things, so be careful when handling it. You may want to wear an apron and gloves while doing this.
- Clean juice that's gotten onto counters and other kitchen surfaces immediately with soapy water to prevent stains from forming.[9]
- Insert the pomegranate into a bowl filled with water. Take a large bowl and fill it with water. Your bowl should be large enough to accommodate all of the pomegranate wedges. Put the wedges into the water. Remove any large pieces of rind that float free.[10]
- Separate the seeds from the rind. The rind of the pomegranate floats in water, but seeds sink to the bottom. Use your clean hands to knock seeds from the rind into the bottom of the bowl. Pick rind out of the water. Do this until all rind has been removed.[11]
- Pulse the seeds in a blender. Drain the water from your bowl of seeds. Transfer your seeds to a blender. Close the blender and pulse it no more than a few times. Blending the seeds for too long will cause your juice to become cloudy.[12]
- Strain the juice into an airtight container. Position a fine mesh strainer over an airtight container. Pour your seeds from your blender through the mesh strainer and into the airtight container.
- After the juice has drained, use a wooden spoon to press the pulp into the mesh to release juice trapped inside the pulp.[13]
- Store your juice in a refrigerator. Refrigerated, your juice should stay good for several days. Add your juice to seltzer water for a refreshing drink. Drizzle some pomegranate juice on spring salads to add a refreshing tartness to them.[14]
EditThings You'll Need EditSparkling Pomegranate - Airtight container
- Pitcher (or punch bowl; large size)
- Wooden spoon
EditCranberry Pomegranate Seltzer - Airtight container
- Pitcher (or punch bowl; large size)
- Wooden spoon
EditJuicing Pomegranate Seeds - Airtight container
- Apron (optional)
- Blender
- Gloves (optional)
- Knife
- Mesh strainer (fine mesh preferred)
- Mixing bowl (large)
- Wooden spoon
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| How to Identify Your Non‐Negotiables in Life Posted: 20 May 2017 09:00 AM PDT Non-negotiables are those beliefs in your life that you would never go against. Having this set of values allows you to live the best life you can, and one that you are proud of. Deciding what these are may be intimidating, but when you talk with others, write them down, and enforce them, you can figure out your non-negotiables and start living your life accordingly. EditTalking With Others - Ask someone you trust about their personal values and beliefs. Sometimes it's easy to realize what your own non-negotiables are when you ask someone close to you what theirs are. When you hear what someone has to say, it may help you to acknowledge that you have the same, or different, beliefs. Ask someone you know and trust, as they will likely be the most helpful in this situation.
- To get your friend to open up to you, you could say, "I've been trying to figure out what my beliefs are in life, and I was wondering if you felt comfortable enough to tell me what yours are? I really respect you and value what you have to say. I think listening to you could help me determine what mine are."[1]
- Get someone else's opinion. Do you know someone who probably knows you better than you know yourself? Is there someone in your life whose opinion you value more than anyone's? If so, ask them what they think your non-negotiables are. Chances are, they will be right.
- For example, you could say, "I'm having a difficult time determining what my personal values and beliefs are. You know, the things that I feel strongly about? If you had to guess, what would you say mine are?" Then you can think about what they said and determine if they are correct.[2]
- Discuss it with your partner. When you're trying to determine your non-negotiables as a couple or a family, it's important to figure them out with your partner. Talk to each other about what you believe these principles should be. Hopefully you can get on the same page.
- For instance, some of your family or couple non-negotiables could be to spend time with each other on a certain day every week: no exceptions. It could also be that you eat together at the dinner table every night, or that at a certain time every night your phones and other electronic devices are turned off.[3]
- Or, you might add to the list that you will never tolerate abuse from a friend or significant other. You might decide to add this based on personal experience or after watching a friend in an abusive situation.
EditWriting Your Non-Negotiables Down - Distinguish beliefs from non-negotiables. When coming up with your non-negotiables, you may identify a variety of items you feel strongly about. However, there is a difference between what you feel strongly about and what really are non-negotiables. You may agree to do something you feel strongly against because of other factors. A non-negotiable is something you would never change your mind about, no matter what.
- For example, a commonly controversial belief is believing a woman should not be able to choose to terminate a pregnancy. However, there may be some cases where this belief is flexible, like when the pregnancy is the result of sexual assault.
- Make a tentative list. Give it a few days and then go back and look at it again. You may feel differently about what you really think are non-negotiables after you've had a few days to think about it. Ask yourself if you would ever go against a non-negotiable in a certain situation. If you would, it's probably something you simply feel strongly about.[4]
- Make a firm list. There's something about putting words into writing that makes them seem very official. Putting pen to paper and writing down your non-negotiables can really help you to enforce them for yourself. You may even want to add your signature to the end like a contract to yourself to stand behind these principles.[5]
- Place the list in a prominent place in your home or keep it in your wallet. Look at the list every day. Having it near you at all times can keep them in the forefront of your mind and help you keep them.[6]
- Revise your list often. Life changes, and so can your non-negotiables. A few times a year, revisit your list and decide if what is there is still true. It's perfectly acceptable to add and remove items from your list. Keeping your list current is ideal, particularly if referring to it helps you stay strong in your convictions.
- For example, you may have needed to work on weekends early in your career, but as you become more efficient you may change your non-negotiables to not working on weekends. Similarly, exercising three days a week may have been acceptable before, but now you may want to five to six times a week.[7]
EditEnforcing Your Non-Negotiables - Learn to say "no." One of the major reasons why people give in to their non-negotiables is that they are afraid to say "no." Perhaps they don't want to hurt someone's feelings or they just don't have the confidence to say "no." Whatever the reason, they hurt themselves when they give in. Learning to say "no" helps you stay true to yourself and your beliefs.
- When someone asks you to compromise your non-negotiables, you can simply say to them, "I hope you understand, but my answer has to be no. I don't mean to hurt your feelings and I'm sorry if I did." You can then explain why, if you feel comfortable doing so.[8]
- For example, your best friend may ask you if she can look over your shoulder during a test because she has been upset about a breakup and couldn't study. However, if you have a non-negotiable about cheating or lying, then you can say no and cite this reason.
- Let people know what your non-negotiables are. Whether it is work or relationship-related, it's important to lay your non-negotiables out on the table. Putting them out there before someone has the chance to challenge them is a good way to help you enforce them. If someone knows what your non-negotiables are, they may be less likely to ask you to violate them.
- If you and your partner are getting serious, you could say, "Before we proceed with this relationship, I just want you to know what I consider to be my non-negotiables." When you are starting a new job, you could say to your boss, "I'm excited to work with you, but there are a few things that I cannot do, such as work past 7 pm."
- Letting them know your non-negotiables could prevent you from investing too much into the relationships if the person isn't willing to accept them.[9]
- Avoid people who can't respect them. You may find that, no matter what, some people simply can't resist trying to challenge you. If you worry you'll bend because of this, simply stay away from those people, if you are able to. Allowing them to consistently tempt you may result in you doing something you regret.
- For instance, if you have a friend that wants you to drink alcohol, even though you abstaining from it is a non-negotiable, don't go out into that type of setting with them. If your partner is adamant about having kids and you don't want them, perhaps you should end the relationship.
- Staying true to yourself is difficult, and having people around you who don't support your beliefs can threaten your well-being.[10]
- Never give in. It's often easier to give into your non-negotiables than to stand strong for them. However, giving in—even one time—gives others the impression that they aren't actually non-negotiables. This may make them believe they can tempt you again, which may make you fold.[11]
- Compromising on non-negotiables will eventually catch up with a relationship, and it will be much more painful to resolve these issues later on, or this may also lead to a more painful breakup. Learn to listen to your gut and your heart.
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| How to Set Up a Chicken Coop Posted: 20 May 2017 01:00 AM PDT When first raising backyard chickens, you need to set up a home for the flock. The coop will be a place where the chickens have a sense of security and will roost every night. They will eat, drink, scratch, forage, bathe, talk, lay and run about in the coop. They might even have potential chicks. Before you can purchase your very first flock you need to first set up the coop correctly. EditSetting Up the Coop - Purchase a suitable chicken coop for your flock. You'll need to decide upon the size, security, run and price. The larger the flock, the larger the coop. The more expensive the coop the more secure and size. If your chickens aren't going to be free-range (let out to roam in the garden) then you need to purchase a coop with an attached run.
- You can find chicken coops online, in pet shops or at nearby ranch supply stores. Second-hand coops will be found at a cheaper cost but if you have a large budget, take a look around at a pet shop in town.
- A standard chicken needs 4 square foot of floor space in the coop and 8 square foot in the run. Bantams only need half; so 2 square foot in the coop and 4 square foot in the run.
- Set up the coop once delivered. What is meant by setting up the coop is constructing it if it wasn't bought set-up already.
- Set up nesting boxes and perches. If the coop doesn't already come with nesting boxes or if the nest boxes are limited to your flock, consider setting up some more. For every four hens there should be one nesting box. Perches are essential to coops so that the hens don't get dirtied in their own waste and can sleep during the night.
- Purchase absorbent bedding. The bedding will layer the floor of the coop and possibly the nesting boxes. The bedding needs to be absorbent to soak in the waste meaning you don't have to clean the coop as often. The top bedding to use is wood shavings whilst the worse would be sand and/or newspaper.
- Some people like to layer their coop with two different bedding materials such as newspaper at the bottom and wood shavings at the top to make clean up easier and the material more absorbent.
- Purchase nesting materials. This will go inside the nesting boxes to cushion the chickens and the eggs and for the chickens to make nests if they ever want to go broody. Hay and straw is what you need to purchase.
- Add drinkers and feeders to the coop. These are, like many other items, essential to the coop. Depending on your flock size you can choose upon a large drinker/feeder or a smaller one. They can be placed either inside or outside the coop/run.
- Add additional items. Sand tubs for dust bathing, chicken toys, treat bowls, wading water tubs, etc can be added to the coop for extra fun for the chickens.
EditPreparing the Garden If you keep free-range chickens, it's best to prepare the garden before you bring your flock home. - Set up a fencing system. Chickens do wander just like an outside cat. The last thing you want is the chickens walking across the road or ending up in the neighbours garden. Set up fencing or chicken wire for your flock to be sure that they are safe. It also keeps predators out.
- Get rid of poisonous plants. Some plants can be toxic to chickens just like some types of foods. You can find a list by researching online. If you know what types of plants you have in your garden give them a search online.
- Although chickens will avoid plants that are dangerous to them, there are always exceptions with them.
- Do not use chemicals or pesticides on your lawn. These are bad for chickens as they like to graze on grass often. If the chickens ingest these chemicals it can make them possibly ill.
- Keep a supply of grit nearby. All the foraging around the garden can be bad on the crop if you don't maintain the chickens well. Grit helps the chickens digest the nutrition they come across.
EditMaintaining the Coop - Replace the bedding every two weeks. No matter how absorbent the bedding, it will not last forever. Waste will pile up so you will need to chuck the bedding and nesting materials and then replace them with fresh bedding/nesting materials.
- Clean the drinkers and feeders. The drinkers and feeders should be cleaned thoroughly every two weeks whilst they should be refilled daily to ensure that they are clean and fresh.
- Scrub down the nesting boxes and perches. These two should be scrubbed down every to weeks or less. Waste can pile up otherwise, which is bad for the chickens.
- Secure the coop every night. The chickens should be rounded up inside and shut in. Lock the doors and nesting box access so that no predators can sneakily make their way in.
- Do a whole-coop secure check monthly. This is different from securing the coop every night. You're looking for holes in the coop and run, weak wood wearing away, pest infestation (such as mites, mice or termites), digging signs around the coop, etc.
EditThings You'll Need - Chicken coop and attached run (attached run is optional).
- Nesting boxes (1 to every 4 hens).
- Perches (1 to at least 4 hens depending on the length).
- Absorbent bedding.
- Nesting material (hay/straw).
- Drinker (large or small).
- Feeder (large or small).
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