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Goofyernmost

Goofyernmost

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FutureCEO said:
The internet is teasing a trailer for Willy Wonka. Like why write about it if you can't show the trailer. I want this to be good. I refused to watch the Johnny Depp one.
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I loved the original Willy Wonka movie and watch it every time it comes on TV, however, I also watched the Johnny Depp one mainly to see how much different it was and also to see how Depp would do. I was amazed. We think of Depp mostly as Capt. Jack Sparrow so I wanted to see how he would fit in the story and it was mind boggling. If there were no credits and stars names in the beginning, no one would ever know that it was the same person. That is when I started to look into his career and found that every movie he was in he took on a different look and made it so you bought into the character. But, seriously the contrast between Capt. Jack and his Willy Wonka was fascinating. The story was very much in line with our original Gene Wilder depiction but a few shades darker, however, still kept the positive ending, Well worth seeing it if for noting else but appreciating the actor. The dude is good. His personal life seems to suck but he really is an amazing actor.
 
donaldtoo

donaldtoo

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MinnieM123 said:
Ha! :p Love this! Brought back memories of just how much fun the old roadside signs were. There were a number of various, iconic ones up here in New England. Plus, I recall my father used to use them for landmarks, when the family went on car trips in the summer. (Although I can't find a photo of the exact one, there used to be a giant Mr. Peanut sign (similar to this one) on Rt. 1 North, in MA. That was one of my father's favorite ones. :joyfull: You could spot it from miles ahead. ) :hilarious:

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Yep…(the first pic)…!!!!! :D :hilarious:;)
And a couple from our Ruidoso, NM trip last January…!!!!! :hilarious:

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donaldtoo

donaldtoo

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FutureCEO said:
Not sure how familiar your with 95 South in RI but I use the former Apex site next to 95 in Pawtucket a lot. I'm oh, where Apex used to be. The building is still there or was there. I think a soccer stadium is going in that area. Though the site has changed plans so many times, I have no idea.

Our politicians have been nervous about lending companies public money since 38 Studios (Curt Schilling's company) went bankrupt. That's why the PawSox are in Worcester, the state didn't lend them money for a new stadium (and the owner didn't want to renovate the old one) which ironically was supposed to be in the same area. Which always gets me, billion/million dollar companies that can afford these things asking for public money.
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Yep, that last part gets me too.
Companies, professional sports franchises, etc.
Playing cities/areas against each other to get the best deal, when they already have money fallin’ outta’ their holes. Can’t blame ‘em though, if the politicians (who always stand to benefit the most) and the public keep goin’ for it.
No different than Disney. Less for more, but, folks are still comin’ in droves.
Oh, and BTW…
Prices for tickets to get into the new subsidized stadium will be 25% higher, or maybe even 50% higher…?, and you’re 20 oz. beer will now be 16 oz. and $2 more…!!!! :hilarious:

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Lilofan

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Goofyernmost said:
The first Sears that I went to with my Mother had the old vacuum tube system. No on the floor registers. You went to the counter and they would add up your purchases and put your cash in that container and off it would go to some magical place in the ceiling and then return shortly after with your change, and maybe a receipt, that part I don't remember. But I do remember that there were sections of the tube that were clear and you could watch it go along it's path. That part might be my imagination that was 70 years ago, but I do remember the vacuum system.
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That's also how drive thru systems work still today when you deposit or need money at your local Wells Fargo, Bank of America etc all in the comfort of your car. At my local Home Depot, the cashiers would send their monies thru the vacuum system to the back of the store where the money is counted and kept. That's safer then carry the register drawer thru the store and risk getting killed .
 
FutureCEO

FutureCEO

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Figgy1 said:
I bought them so the boys can "make" breakfast on Father's Day. They're safely stashed in the big freezer
I also buy cereal for the guys but you're right I don't buy much else that's premade except for tofu and "milk". I don't make from scratch. I could but don't
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Inquiring minds what to know how do you make tofu tasty? I made tofu for myself once and it was so disgusting, I threw it out. Of course, the recipe I followed told me to slow cook it. I had tofu at the Jungle Cruise restaurant and it was so good, I wanted more.

Probably should put tofu in the oven first.
 
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MinnieM123

MinnieM123

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FutureCEO said:
Inquiring minds what to know how do you make tofu tasty? I made tofu for myself once and it was so disgusting, I threw it out. Of course, the recipe I followed told me to slow cook it. I had tofu at the Jungle Cruise restaurant and it was so good, I wanted more.

Probably should put tofu in the oven first.
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Yes, Figgy would be the expert on this.

In my own experience, I rather like (plain) tofu cut in little squares and put in salads. From the little I know, tofu is a bland taste in itself, but when put into any particular recipe, it will often take on the taste of the items, spices, etc. I know a lot off people like it fried. Also, Japanese stir-fry with veggies, soy sauce, etc., in a wok, is pretty good.
 
Figgy1

Figgy1

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FutureCEO said:
Inquiring minds what to know how do you make tofu tasty? I made tofu for myself once and it was so disgusting, I threw it out. Of course, the recipe I followed told me to slow cook it. I had tofu at the Jungle Cruise restaurant and it was so good, I wanted more.

Probably should put tofu in the oven first.
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I meant make the tofu from beans;) I can do it but choose not to:angelic:
As for making it taste good, that would depend on what your goal is. For stir-fry I freeze the tofu, defrost and drain/press the tofu before marinating. It gives the tofu a firmer texture and marinades absorb more readily
The freezing/defrost/drain/press method is also good for battered then fried (although I usually bake) recipes. It gives the tofu a more meat-like texture, A good method for things like General Tsao
For marinading a lighter press is fine for "frying" you want as much of the water out as you can
You can also use the well drained tofu cut up and baked and it's almost like croutons if you cut it into little cubes. I marinade after cubing.
What you choose to marinade with is all a matter of personal choice
I use plain tofu for Mapo tofu and hot and sour soup.
I've never heard of a recipe for tofu that involves a slow cooker
I hope that helps
 
FutureCEO

FutureCEO

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Figgy1 said:
I meant make the tofu from beans;) I can do it but choose not to:angelic:
As for making it taste good, that would depend on what your goal is. For stir-fry I freeze the tofu, defrost and drain/press the tofu before marinating. It gives the tofu a firmer texture and marinades absorb more readily
The freezing/defrost/drain/press method is also good for battered then fried (although I usually bake) recipes. It gives the tofu a more meat-like texture, A good method for things like General Tsao
For marinading a lighter press is fine for "frying" you want as much of the water out as you can
You can also use the well drained tofu cut up and baked and it's almost like croutons if you cut it into little cubes. I marinade after cubing.
What you choose to marinade with is all a matter of personal choice
I use plain tofu for Mapo tofu and hot and sour soup.
I've never heard of a recipe for tofu that involves a slow cooker
I hope that helps
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Thanks. I'll try making tofu again.

I'll probably put in the oven first like I do with eggplant. Eggplant in the wok or just cooking it on the stove is just not as tasty for me as putting it in the oven first.
 
Figgy1

Figgy1

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FutureCEO said:
Thanks. I'll try making tofu again.

I'll probably put in the oven first like I do with eggplant. Eggplant in the wok or just cooking it on the stove is just not as tasty for me as putting it in the oven first.
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IMHO your next attempt should be to find a copycat recipe of something you like. My other suggestion would be getting extra firm tofu and freezing it first. I know I've said that a few times but it really does improve the texture of tofu for most recipes.
That said in some soups I'll get regular firm or even soft and not worry about freezing it first
When you find a recipe I'll give you a few tips as baking tofu isn't always the right solution. That said if it's something fried and you want less oil then baking is the right solution.
If it's a battered/breaded recipe do not bake before breading
Tofu is like a sponge so it takes on the flavors of a marinade very well in little time
 

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