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[starboykel]

an artist and his muse ⭑⚝²

pt1

artist! König x chubby!F!reader

!!content warnings: König is younger than canon, pistol mentioning, idk this is just fluff. Chubby reader. Extensive description of how to make a condensed milk cake. Maybe a bit out of character.

3,7k words — English isn't my first language, i apologize for any mistakes.

Since that day, you and König have been talking practically every day through the cellphone, König would often talk about his day and his new projects, sending you photos of the new paintings he was working on and recently, he started a new hobby: learn digital art. He would send you screenshots of his drawings, they were... Certainly something, it wasn't as great because he was used to work on a canvas with paint and such but, he was trying at least.

If he disappeared for 3-4 hours, you were sure he was just working on whatever his mind was thinking of, painting, digital art or even ceramic, yeah, he also started ceramic. He was trying to occupy his mind with something and it was obvious... You just didn't know he was trying to occupy his brain because you were everything in his mind.

König was having trouble painting because he couldn't focus on anything but you, his happiness was texting you everyday and looking at the selfies you send him anytime you were doing something mildly interesting, watching a movie, cooking, baking, oh god, baking, he could kill someone to taste those brownies you baked practically every weekend. He really wanted to ask you out on a date but he didn't have the guts to, you were such a pretty girl, who was he to think he had a chance with such a beautiful girl?

On your side... Well, it was the same. You were too shy to ask him out on a date, he was such a busy guy, he was painting and when he wasn't painting he was training his digital art and when he wasn't training he was doing ceramic, you didn't want to bother him. Your heart skips a beat every time he sends a photo of what he was working on, his face wasn't even on the photos but you were so in love it didn't even take too much to make you kick your feet and smile like a fool...

"Who are you talking to?" Suddenly, your father kicked you out of your thoughts, he was frowning and trying to peek on your phone as you were eating. You were already an adult but old habits never die to your father.

"M...my friend, his name is König." You reply, showing him the conversation, Anton takes a look and nods. "Your boyfriend?" He asks, you blushes slightly and shakes your head, "N-no, he's just a friend." You stutter. He gives you a look like 'yeah, sure' and then goes back to the living room, leaving you in the kitchen to finish your lunch.

You didn't have anything to do that day. You wanted to go out with your friends but they were all busy, you didn't have a photoshoot today, no modeling or something, so you would just enjoy the day, just being lazy... So you decided to bake a cake! Why not?

You looked for a recipe on the internet and found one you found interesting, 'Condensed Milk Cake'... Hmm, sounds good! And you have all the ingredients, luckily.

You grab the apron that was probably too old for its own good and protect your hair and start making the cake, it was therapeutic. In a large bowl, you pour the condensed milk, whisk in butter and the vanilla extract, over the bowl, sift four and the baking powder over the condenser milk mixture. After that, you grab the rice cooker, grease the interior with butter and pour in the batter, spreading it evenly in the rice cooker, you decide to top with some chocolate chips, put the cover on and cook for 20 minutes. After waiting, you pick a toothpick and poke the cake, it comes out clean so it means it is ready! You place a plate on top of the rice cooker pot and carefully invert. The scent of vanilla and condensed milk infested the kitchen. It was so good, you were proud of yourself, it looked delicious!

Your father walks in the kitchen, "What are you doing?" He asks, frowning slightly before he sees the cake, "Oooh, it looks good. Gimme a slice." He picks a knife and goes to cut the cake but oh no, your father didn't have the reputation of being the best cake cutter.

"Waaaaait!" You shouts, trying to stop him but your father was a man on a mission. He cuts a huge part out of the cake and walks away, you can practically see the evil smile on his face as he goes to his room, leaving you with less than a half of the cake... Goddamnit.

You sigh and decide to take a photo of the... Half cake you have, you grab your phone and try to get the best angle of it but yeah, a cake cut in half wasn't the most aesthetically pleasing thing ever.

Eating a slice of the cake while watching something was a pleasing experience at least, watching some old humoristic sitcom your father had on DVD since the 90s that he refused to get rid of was nice at best. You hear a notification coming from your phone and check it... It was König!

'Hallo, are you free tonight? I would be pleased to have dinner with you.'

You found it amusing how he always wrote it grammatically correctly, you could've never, sometimes you just forget how to write some words.

'Yeah, I'm free! Where do u wanna meet?'

'Meet me at the park, I am going to take you to the restaurant from there, at 7pm. Don't be late.'

You smile, he was always so assertive and direct sometimes, it was nice though, at least he wasn't confused about what he wanted and treated you well.

You start getting ready at 5pm, showering, doing your makeup, choosing the best clothing, fixing your hair, airdrying it and, oh god it's already 6:56pm! You run out of the house, forgetting to bring your lip oil.

You go to the park and look around for König, it was 7:04pm. You feel a cold hand on your shoulder, looking over your shoulder...

"Oh, hi Kö! How are you?" It was König! He didn't seem mad at you, good. He smiles and gives you a little pat on the head.

"I'm fine. Let's go to my car." Simple as ever. He takes your hand and leads you to the car, opening the car door for you. You two make small talk in the car on the way to the restaurant. He was wearing some nice clothes, a white button shirt that was rolled up to his elbow, black tailored pants with a belt and black shoes. It was minimalistic and he looked good on it. You could see some scars on his arms, that was interesting, maybe he wasn't always an artist.

The restaurant was nice, had a warm atmosphere and some relaxing jazz music playing. You order some alfredo pasta and chicken with some orange juice, he orders steak with onion, rice, salad, some rustic potatoes and... You lost track of the list after that, he was a bottomless pit. Oh, he ordered some apple juice for himself too.

"So, what do you like to do in your free time? When you're not doing paintings and such." You were the one to start the conversation, noticing that Konig was more of the quiet type and that, depending on him, the date would be mostly silence and eating.

"I enjoy... Uh... I enjoy television shows, I watch it when I'm... I'm not doing art..." He stuttered, not looking at you directly, you noticed that he was very nervous, his hands shaking, it was very different from the man you met before. Maybe you were starting to get under his shell.

Your soft smiles didn't help much. His mind was going a mile a second, his hand shaking and his body couldn't relax, he felt like everyone was staring at him, why wouldn't they? He's on a date with a cute girl while he looks like this giant freak, you probably don't even like him, you're just with him because you pity him youcangetsometingbetterthanhimyou—

"König?" Your soft voice slaps him out of his trance, his eyes focusing on your worried expression, "Are you okay? You seem... I don't know—" "I'm fine." He cuts you off, his hands still fidgeting underneath the table.

You were a bit confused and even a little shocked. He was so serious, confident before and now he's shaking like a wet cat. Well, he's trying to hide it but it's obvious, someone his size can't hide. You decide it's best to let him relax, stay silent for a while, let him recompose.

Well... His brain was going miles an hour, waiting for YOU to say something, to talk about something YOU like, maybe you could even forget he's there and just ramble away his anxiety... But that doesn't happen. He's waiting for you to talk and you're waiting for him to speak. Both so awkward, his anxious behavior getting into you, where you are scaring him? Why? What have you done? Did you do something that made him uncomfortable? Doeshenotlikeyouanymore-

Then, the waiter arrives after what felt not even a second, you swear you had just ordered not even 10 minutes ago. The waiter places your order in front of him and two of König's extensive list of food, the potatoes and the beef. The orange juice being placed in the middle for the both of you.

He awkwardly starts cutting his beef, the cutlery was so small in his hands that it made a task as simple as cutting a steak difficult. You eat your pasta, staring at nowhere as your mind is non stop thinking that you did something wrong. You both reached for the orange juice glass, his fingers touching yours before he flinched his hand away, just reassuring that he was scared of you on your worried brain.

The rest of the date was... Not cozy, just two looked like two pathetic wet cats that didn't know where their mama went and was scared of the world. He pays for everything, even if you insisted that you had money. You two step out of the restaurant, some significant distance from each other, and just... Staying there, waiting for the one another to say something.

"Look-" "I'm sorry-" You two speak up at the same time, eyes meeting in an anxious atmosphere, silence remains for a few seconds. "Hear-" "I apologize-" Interrupting one another again, the atmosphere getting tenser and tenser, you both take a deep breath, taking a step closer to each other. He let you talk first.

"I'm sorry, I'm not aware of what I did but I apologize for making you uncomfortable." You speak up, playing with the hem of your clothes as you try to sound not nervous.

He frowns slightly before sighing and nodding, "I'm the problem. You're not the problem, I've always been this... Social awkward, since I was a teenager. It's not your fault." He reassures, taking a step closer... Closer... Closer until he's right in front of you. He looks at you... "It's going to snow, you should go home." Before he lifts your chin and gives you a forehead kiss...

Then he turns around and walks away, you don't know that but he's panicking inside, his hands shaking and his heart beating like a drum, his face red as a tomato... That man saw you naked and is flustered because he gave you a forehead kiss! Men...

Well, you were blushing too, your mouth opened slightly in shock... The snow starts to fall, the cold feeling makes you feel even hotter inside, it has just started. You didn't know what to do so you do the same as him, you turn around and walk home... No, you can't do that. You stop in your tracks, turn back and start running towards him.

"König!" You shouts, making him stop and turn to see you. You don't know what you're doing and why but you feel like you need to do this. You reach him, panting, you weren't used to exercising. "I'm- I'm-" "You don't need to be sorry, it's okay." He cuts you off.

"No, that's not it, I-i... I-" You look up at him and you just... Can't finish your phrase, he's so handsome your heart beats and your brain stops.

He smiles softly and ruffles your already messy hair, "You shouldn't stay outside, you're gonna catch a cold... Wanna go to my place?" He speaks up, and honestly, he's being too damn bold, his heart feels like it's gonna explode out of his chest, he's trying to keep this cool guy persona but... That's not him.

You definitely didn't want to freeze outside so... "Y-yeah, sure." You nod. He takes your hand and starts walking to his car. This all feels too... Unbelievable... Damn, you're going to a guy's house after the first date? What are you? You silently judge yourself but König isn't like other guys... You hope.

The car ride back to his place was silent, some random song in German playing on the radio. His car was fine, definitely not the best or the most expensive but also not the cheapest, it was a nice car that had the necessary to live. When arriving at his place, the snow was already filling the streets with its soft whiteness, he opens the door and gets inside after you. The place was... Nice? It was a bit messy but it was comfortable.

"Make yourself at home. The TV has a little sound problem but nothing that will bother you, I'm going to take a shower, there's a few snacks in the drawers in the kitchen if you feel hungry." He welcomes you, giving you a faint smile before going to his bedroom.

You look around... Should you explore? Yeah, why not? As soon as the shower starts, you begin to wander around the house. The drawers were filled with snacks and the fridge with water, milk and egg... Nothing else. How did this man lived? Whatever. You go to the living room and turns on the TV, putting on your favorite show, yeah, the sound definitely has a problem but your ears would probably get used to it, it was some sort of faint static it could be heard on the background but whatever. As you wander through the house, the drawer closes to the door catches your eye, you open it and... A pistol and a dog tag. Your eyes widen slightly but then you frown, you take the dog tag and before you can read anything in it, a hand rips the dog tag from yours, your heart falls, your face going pale.

You gulped and looked at König, his face was dark, his eyes filled with disappointment, your eyes immediately went back to the drawer, not wanting to look at him, your hands shaking. He sighs and throws the dog tag back in the drawer and closes it. "Forgot to lock it."

You two stay silent for a while, before you murmur an "Sorry." Nervously. He shakes his head, "Don't be. It's okay to be curious... Just don't do it again." His voice was deep and dark, like if he was giving an order...

"... I'm gonna order some pizza. We can watch a movie, c'mon." He tries to sound more excited as he pulls you by the waist, leading you to the couch. You were still shocked, but trying to relax as you do breathing exercises. He tried to make small talk but you were still thinking about the pistol and the dog tag...

The pizza arrives not long after, he picks it up and goes back to the couch, placing the pizza on top of the living room mini table and putting on some movie on Netflix.

The silence was uncomfortable, the pizza munching sounds not helping. After half an hour, he pauses the movie and looks at you. "I have to explain something to you." He says in a serious tone. You look back at him and gulps, nodding.

He takes a deep breath, "I used to be a soldier, a lieutenant. I was in the army from 17 to 29, almost 30. I retired earlier because of my mental health, it was killing me from the inside." He puts his hand on his chest, "I had no choice. I've done a lot of things that shouldn't have been done and I regret it with my heart."

"You're... A war criminal...?" You ask, the tone quiet and uncertain. He shakes his head, "No... No, not that I'm aware at least." He chuckles nervously, looking away, "I've... Killed a lot of men. My hands are filled with blood... But I've never wanted it, I never wanted to be a soldier, to kill people. I've always loved art, and I'm doing what I want, what I love now and I can't escape my past, it doesn't matter where I go. My soldier self is part of me, I can't get away from it." He vents, his tone getting sadder and more self aware.

You nod, taking a breath and sighing, "I don't know how it feels, how it is to have such a hard backstory... Are you in therapy at least?" You ask and he nods, "I take meds.. I don't want to talk about it."

Nodding, you sigh, "I understand... I'm sorry for sneaking in your things, I shouldn't have done that." You clench your fists and look at your lap, feeling trapped, disappointed at yourself... Until, he takes your chin and lifts your face to look at him. "It's okay." He says, softer, making your heart beat faster. He gets closer... Closer... Closer, until your lips touch his. You immediately kissed him back, wrapping your arms around his neck. He smiles on the kiss and takes you closer by your waist until your legs are on his lap. The kiss is soft, like a make-up kiss, warm.

You were the one to break the kiss, your eyes meeting his... And he panics, "Oh verdammt— es tut mir leid— I'm sorry, you're just so pretty and I'm so awkward, I'm-" He freaks out, immediately taking his hands out of your waist. You smile and giggle.

"It's okay, I liked it." You take him by the cheek, making him look at you. "You- you did?" He asks, not believing you. You nod and smile, "Yeah." "Y-yeah?" "Hell yeah!" You giggles and kisses him, you taking the lead now. This one was much more playful than intense as the last one, you break the kiss a few times because you were giggling and he starts giggling too. He pulls you closer as he lays down on the couch, you getting on top of him. You two start laughing, apparently for no reason at all.

After relaxing, you two just cuddled, he was warm and you even warmer due to your weight. It was comfortable and the closeness was making the heart of the both of you relax. Him giving you forehead kisses from time to time. "Hey... You wanna sleep here?" He asks and you nod, "Sure, why not."

The night falls and you were used to showering before sleeping and you definitely needed one... But you had no clothes to wear! He was okay with sharing the bed with you and you didn't want to smell bad. So you asked for some of his clothes, he at first laughed but then gave you a shirt and some boxers.

For some reason, the water of his shower was freezing cold and had no heating option, so poor you. His shirt was bigger than your, that was rare, that never happened with your exes, it was nice to now have someone that was bigger than you, it makes your heart warm... and the boxers a bit loose but fitted better than the shirt, you put your hair on a bun with a satin scrunchie and go to lay with him. The heater was on so that was nice. "Goodnight." You tell him before he turns off the lights and lays next to him.

..."Can we cuddle? You're warm and I like your weight on top of me..." He asks a bit shyly, your heart beating faster. You look at him and nod, snuggling closer to him, he pulls you closer, getting you slightly on top of him. "Goodnight." "Night..." And you both fall asleep.

When you woke up he was already up. You stretch and yawn, going to the kitchen after fixing your hair (or trying) and he was already there, eating his breakfast. His eyes light up as he sees you, "Morning. I made breakfast! Eat!" He says, sounding excited. You smile and join him, it wasn't the best but it was good enough.

You two spend the afternoon together, watching movies, chatting, playing in the snow. At night, you were ready to go home. He drives you to your place, and in the door, he kisses you goodbye.

You get in the house, very happily, smiling widely and your father notices, he smirks. "Just a friend, uh?" He teases and you chuckle. "Boyfriend now, dad." You correct him playfully and he rolls his eyes.

"I knew it.”

Sorry, this took too long!! I was in a creativity block and didn't know what to do but i hope this is fun to read!!! Love yall, stay safe, xoxo from Kel. Feel free to send me asks!

[docholligay]

Doc, I’m moving out on my own for the first time, and I’m wondering what cookware is absolutely vital. I tried looking it up and got told about a wild variety of cookware that I’m not sure I need if I’m just cooking for me, but also I don’t know which can be left out in favor of more versatile cookware.

OKAY FANTASTIC I THRIVE ON THIS KIND OF THING.

So, let's say I'm going into an empty kitchen, and I can only have six pieces of cookware. These are ROUGHLY in order of how I would buy them, though I could be argued on a couple points. All brands are what I think are the best version of said object is--you are free to buy a different or cheaper one.

Dutch Oven

This is an absolute workhorse. You can braise in it, cook pasta in it, use it as a roaster for chicken, make soup in it, fry in it, bake bread in it, even bake a cake if you gotta though it wouldn't be my first choice. I prefer plain to enameled, enamel always chips eventually.

Lodge Logic 7 quart

2. Sheet Pan

Here's what we use for cookies, roast vegetables, fish, also can be used for chicken and other things.

Nordic Ware Half Sheet

3. Sauce Pan

So for making sauces, heating up a can of soup, melting chocolate, making jam, etc, you're going to want something smaller than the Dutch oven that heats up a little faster. Note this isn't the pan I own: The pan I own i got used and actually would never pay the new price for.

Tramontina Stainless

4. Skillet Pan

Okay, so now we're expanding. This is what I would use to saute, to make paella, you can even bake a giant cookie in it--I do this all the time.

Lodge Classic Skillet

5. Cake Pan

This would be my next pick! It's easier to bake cakes in a cake pan rather than a cast iron pan. I actually make my brownies in cake pans, i like them better thicker, and other people seem to agree! You can also make banana bread in one, no problem.

Fat Daddio's 8 inch round (I prefer an 8 inch to a 9 inch, but most people use 9 inch and most recipes are written for 9 inch, FYI)

6. Ninja Everyday

Okay, JOKES. The next think I would buy is actually not a pan but a whole cooking system thing. It has a rice cooker, braiser, slow cooker, pasta cooker, oatmeal setting. Is it the BEST at any of these things? No. But it does a good enough job at all of them that I think it's a great choice over buying a slow cooker or rice cooker.

Ninja Everyday Possible Cooker

Secret 7th pan: 9 x 13 pan. For cornbread, sheet cake, lasagna, bake ziti. You can make do without it, but I'd like to have it.

PYREX (french import that is still made of borosilicate glass yes yes it's very annoying that you need to go through importers to find this and so it is spendy)

I hope this helps!

[getbudslegalize]

How to Make Cannabis Butter at Home: A Complete Guide for Beginners 

How to Make Cannabis Butter at Home: A Complete Beginner's Guide to Crafting Edibles

If you're looking to master the art of making cannabis-infused foods, making cannabutter is the essential first step. This easy-to-follow guide will walk you through every aspect of making cannabutter, from decarboxylation to proper storage, ensuring your butter is both potent and flavorful. Whether you're a novice or an experienced chef, this guide is perfect for you!Why Choose Homemade Cannabutter?Making your cannabutter is cost-effective, customizable, and offers full control over both potency and quality. Whether you're making edibles for medical or recreational purposes, making your cannabutter ensures a satisfying experience tailored to your preferences.

What is Cannabutter?

Cannabutter is simply butter infused with cannabis, serving as the foundation for many edible recipes. Infusing butter with cannabinoids such as THC and CBD allows you to incorporate cannabis into foods and beverages seamlessly.💡 Fun Fact: Cannabutter can also be made using ghee or coconut oil, offering vegan and health-conscious alternatives. Ingredients and Equipment Needed to Make CannabutterEssential Ingredients:- 1 cup unsalted butter (or alternative like coconut oil) - ½ ounce of decarbed cannabis flower (adjust based on desired potency) - 1 cup of water (prevents scorching during the simmering process) - Baking tray and parchment paper - Saucepan, double boiler, or slow cooker - Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth - Glass jar or airtight container

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Cannabutter at Home

Step 1: Decarboxylation – Activating THC and CBDDecarboxylation is a critical step in making potent cannabutter, as it activates the cannabinoids in your cannabis. Without decarboxylating, your butter won’t have the desired effects.How to Decarb Your Cannabis:- Preheat your oven to 230°F (110°C). - Break apart your cannabis flower into small pieces. - Spread it out evenly on a parchment-lined baking tray. - Bake for 30–40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes for even heating.💡 Pro Tip: A light golden-brown color indicates the cannabis is properly decarbed. Step 2: Infusing Butter with CannabisThe infusion process is where the magic happens—cannabinoids are transferred into the butter. There are two common methods for infusion: stovetop and slow cooker.Stovetop Method:- In a saucepan, melt butter and water over low heat. - Add the decarbed cannabis and stir to combine. - Simmer on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally. Keep the temperature under 200°F to preserve cannabinoids. - Add butter, water, and cannabis to your slow cooker. - Set the temperature to low and let it cook for 4-6 hours, stirring every hour.

Step 3: Strain and Solidify Your CannabutterAfter infusion, the next step is to strain the plant matter from the butter.- Set a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer over a glass jar. - Slowly pour the infused butter through, allowing the liquid to drain. - Avoid squeezing the plant matter to prevent bitterness. - Refrigerate the jar until the butter solidifies. Discard any water that separates. - Short-term Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. - Long-term Storage: For longer storage, freeze your cannabutter in small portions for up to 6 months. - Baking: Add it to brownies, cookies, or cakes for a sweet, cannabis-infused treat. - Cooking: Stir it into sauces, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a savory dose of cannabis. - Drinks: Mix it into coffee, hot chocolate, or smoothies for an easy way to enjoy cannabis edibles in liquid form.

Dosing Guidelines: How to Calculate the Potency of Your Cannabis Butter

Accurate dosing is crucial to avoid overconsumption. Here’s how to calculate your THC or CBD dosage:- Know your cannabis potency: Calculate the THC or CBD percentage of your cannabis (e.g., 15% THC = 150mg THC per gram). - Estimate total potency: Multiply the weight of cannabis by its THC/CBD content to determine total potency. - Calculate per serving dosage: Divide the total potency by the number of servings. - Skipping Decarboxylation: Raw cannabis won't have psychoactive effects unless decarbed. - Overheating: High temperatures above 200°F can degrade THC and CBD. - Uneven Mixing: Stir your infusion regularly to ensure even distribution of cannabinoids.Conclusion: Master the Art of Making Cannabis-Infused ButterBy following this guide, you’ll be able to create your own cannabutter at home, providing you with a powerful ingredient for all your cannabis-infused recipes. From sweet treats to savory dishes, cannabutter adds endless possibilities to your culinary creations.Start crafting your perfect cannabutter today and explore the creative freedom of homemade edibles!

FAQs About Cannabutter Recipe

Can I make cannabutter without decarboxylation? No, decarboxylation is essential to activate the cannabinoids (like THC and CBD) in cannabis. Without this process, your cannabis butter will lack the psychoactive or therapeutic effects. How much cannabis should I use to make cannabutter? A common ratio is 1 cup of butter to ½ ounce of cannabis. Adjust the amount based on the potency you desire and the THC/CBD content of your cannabis. How do I calculate the potency of my cannabis butter? To calculate potency:- Determine the THC/CBD content of your cannabis (e.g., 15% THC = 150 mg per gram). - Multiply by the amount of cannabis used. - Divide by the number of servings to estimate the THC/CBD per serving. How can I mask the taste of cannabis in my cannabutter? The herbal flavor can be masked by:- Adding vanilla, spices, or extracts to your recipe. - Using strong flavors like chocolate or peanut butter. - Infusing with complementary herbs like mint or rosemary during preparation. What’s the best way to strain cannabutter? Use a fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, or nut milk bag to separate the butter from plant material. Avoid squeezing the plant matter, as this can release chlorophyll, making your cannabis butter bitter. How long does cannabutter last? When stored properly:- In the refrigerator: up to 2 weeks. - In the freezer: up to 6 months. Can I use trim or stems instead of flower? Yes, trim and stems can be used but may result in lower potency. They’re a cost-effective option for making large batches of weed butter. Is there a way to make cannabutter odor-free? Cannabis has a strong smell during decarboxylation and infusion. Using a sealed slow cooker or adding aromatic herbs like lavender can help minimize odors. What are some alternative fats for making cannabis butter? Coconut oil, olive oil, or vegan margarine are excellent alternatives. Coconut oil is particularly popular for its high-fat content, which efficiently binds cannabinoids. Can I use weed butter in drinks? Yes! Blend weed butter into hot beverages like coffee, tea, or hot chocolate for a creamy, infused drink. Use a blender to ensure the butter emulsifies evenly. What should I do if my cannabutter is too strong? Dilute the cannabis butter by mixing it with regular butter or other fats. Alternatively, use smaller portions in recipes to reduce the overall potency per serving. Is it safe to eat cannabutter directly? Yes, but consume with caution. Eating cannabis butter directly may deliver a high dose of THC or CBD. Start with a small amount to gauge its effects. What happens if I overheat my cannabutter? Overheating (above 200°F) can degrade cannabinoids, reducing the potency of your cannabutter. Always use low and steady heat during infusion. How can I ensure my cannabutter has a consistent potency? To achieve even potency:- Stir the mixture regularly during infusion. - Use pre-measured molds for portion control when storing. How to make cannabis butter with hash oil? To make cannabutter with hash oil:- Begin by melting your butter in a saucepan over low heat. - Add the hash oil, stirring constantly to ensure even mixing. - Simmer on low for 30-60 minutes, ensuring it doesn’t boil. - Once cooled, strain the mixture and refrigerate.Using hash oil simplifies the process, creating a faster and more potent infusion without the need for decarboxylating the cannabis. How to make cannabis butter in a slow cooker? Making cannabis butter in a slow cooker is straightforward and needs minimal effort:- Place butter in the slow cooker and melt it on the lowest heat setting. - Add the decarbed cannabis and mix it in well. - Allow the mixture to cook for 4–6 hours, stirring occasionally. - Strain the butter through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer.Using a slow cooker ensures a steady, low heat that helps retain cannabinoids and terpenes, giving you a high-quality infusion. How to make cannabis butter with kief? Kief is a potent cannabis concentrate that works great in cannabutter:- Heat butter in a saucepan over low heat. - Add kief to the melted butter and stir well. - Simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour. - Strain the mixture and allow the butter to solidify in the refrigerator.Kief makes a potent infusion, so be mindful of the quantity used to avoid overly strong butter. How to make cannabis butter with leaves? Using cannabis leaves to make butter is an economical choice:- Rinse the leaves to remove any dirt and impurities. Read the full article

[peacockcanyon]

October Menu, Week One

Scarborough Fare Chicken on a Bed of Mashed Potatoes

Steamed Peas

Russian Tea Cake (New Recipes from the Moosewood Restaurant

American Goulash over Egg Noodles

Espresso Brownies

Meemaw's Choctaw Trout

Rice and Pecan Stuffing

Cherry Cobbler

Split Pea Soup

Green Salad with Parmesan Dressing (Pinterest)

No Corn Cornbread (Pinterest)

Apricot Dream Squares (Mom's Book)

Slow Cooker Beef Stew (Pinterest)

Serious Eats Drop Biscuits (Pinterest)

Date Bars

Halibut Fish Sticks

French Fries from the freezer

Mom's Cole Slaw

Baked Alaska with Chocolate Ice Cream

Steak

Baked Potatoes

Pesto Creamed Spinach

Lemon Pudding Cake

[recipesmoms]

Easy and Healthy Recipes for Busy Moms.

Hey foodies! Are you ready to elevate your cooking game? Look no further because I've curated a collection of mouthwatering recipes that are both delicious and easy to make. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or just starting your cooking journey, these recipes are perfect for everyone. Let's dive in!

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Indulge in a plate of savory garlic butter shrimp pasta that's ready in under 30 minutes. This recipe combines succulent shrimp, al dente pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Homemade Margherita Pizza Create your own slice of Italy with this classic Margherita pizza recipe. With fresh tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and a crispy crust, you'll be transported to the streets of Naples with every bite.

Vegetarian Buddha Bowl For a nutritious and colorful meal, try this vibrant vegetarian Buddha bowl. Packed with quinoa, roasted veggies, avocado, and a zesty dressing, it's a wholesome dish that's as visually appealing as it is tasty.

Slow Cooker Beef Stew Warm up with a hearty and comforting beef stew made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Tender beef, root vegetables, and savory broth simmered to perfection - the ultimate comfort food for chilly days.

Decadent Chocolate Brownies Satisfy your sweet tooth with these fudgy chocolate brownies. Easy to whip up and impossible to resist, these brownies are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

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Slow Cooker Brownie Cake Recipe

This Slow Cooker Brownie Cake is ideal for any chocolate lover. This cake is moist, fudgy, and utterly delicious, made with simple ingredients and cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. Made with Granulated Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Eggs, Walnuts, Unsalted Butter, All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Vanilla Extract, Chocolate Chips, Salt.

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Recipe for Slow Cooker Brownie Cake

Made with Granulated Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Eggs, Walnuts, Unsalted Butter, All-Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Vanilla Extract, Chocolate Chips, Salt. This Slow Cooker Brownie Cake is ideal for any chocolate lover. This cake is moist, fudgy, and utterly delicious, made with simple ingredients and cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.

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One bowl wonder chocolate brownies

Ingredients

125 g butter (diced)

150 g dark cooking chocolate (chopped)

1 1/2 cup CSR Brown Sugar

3 eggs (large)

1 tsp vanilla extract

3/4 cup plain flour

1/4 cup cocoa

50 g dark cooking chocolate (chopped)

50 g walnuts (chopped)

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Method

Place butter in a large microwave proof jug and cook on Medium for 1 minute. Continue in 15 second bursts until completely melted. Add chopped chocolate to butter and stir until melted and mixture is smooth.

2. Using a whisk, mix in sugar until smooth, then add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.

3. Add flour and cocoa to bowl and continue whisking until mixture is well combined.

4. Pour into a lined 17 x 27cm slice tray. Sprinkle top of mixture with the chopped chocolate and walnuts, pressing in slightly. Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes. Allow to cool in tray.

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How To Make Weed Brownies: Speak Slowly, And Carry A Strong Wallet

Brownies are one of the most popular desserts you can make in a hurry. Whether it's for a potluck dinner or a party, they're always a hit! But did you know that it only takes about 20 minutes to make them? Not to mention super easy. In this recipe, we'll walk you through making weed brownies.

The world's most popular brownie

If you're a fan of weed brownies, you're in luck. These delicious treats are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Here's how to make weed brownies: 

1. Start by mixing together the dry ingredients in a large bowl. In addition to sugar, baking powder, and cocoa, you'll need cannabis oil and THC extractor powder.

2. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and mix until combined. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking dish, and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the brownies. Allow the brownies to cool before serving.

How to make weed brownies

If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to get your weed fix, look no further than these weed brownies! They're simple to make, and most importantly, they taste fantastic. Just be sure to take caution when cooking with weed - it's not just dangerous because of the THC content, but also because of the high temperature. So make sure you have a strong wallet and slow cooker if you decide to give these a try! thc gummies bulk canada

Tips and tricks while baking

The marijuana phenomenon is sweeping the nation, and with good reason. Marijuana is a versatile herb that can be used as a medication or recreational drug. But there are also many ways to enjoy its therapeutic benefits without getting high.

One way to enjoy marijuana's therapeutic benefits is by baking with it. Marijuana can add a delicious flavor and texture to any baked good, making them healthier and more nutritious too. Here are some tips for making weed brownies:

Speak slowly and carry a strong wallet when baking with marijuana. Even though these brownies are made with just three ingredients, it's easy to ruin them if you don't take care.

Start by mixing together the cannabis oil, sugar and eggs in a bowl. Use an immersion blender or food processor to blend everything together until it's uniform.

Pour the batter into an 8x8 inch baking dish and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares or bars.

Make a brownie without cannabis in it if you want to be safe

If you're looking for a cannabis-free brownie recipe, try this one. It's simple and delicious, and won't give you the munchies. Plus, it's a great way to test out different cannabis strains without getting too stoned. All you need is some butter and sugar, and some flour. You can also add other ingredients like vanilla extract or chocolate chips if you'd like. Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and then mix together the butter and sugar until they're fully combined. Next, add the flour and mix until everything is well combined. Finally, add the vanilla extract or chocolate chips, if desired. Pour the batter into an 8x8 inch baking dish, and bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Enjoy your weed-free brownie! lsd microdose online

Brownie recipes

If you’re a fan of weed brownies, then this recipe is for you! These brownies are actually really easy to make, and they come out incredibly rich and chocolatey. They also happen to be pretty healthy, as they are made with oatmeal instead of refined sugar. Just be sure to store these brownies away in a safe place, as they are definitely not suitable for children or those who are not experienced with marijuana.

Bonus Recipe: Cheesecake Brownies

If you're looking for a delicious, weed-infused treat that will please even the most discerning of pot smokers, you need to try these cheesecake brownies. They're rich, decadent, and sure to satisfy any craving - perfect for when you just can't bring yourself to break away from your stash. And if you're worried about getting high while eating these brownies, don't be - they're infused with only a minimal amount of THC. Plus, they're easy enough to make that even a novice baker can pull them off. So what are you waiting for? Give these cheesecake brownies a try!

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Calico - Chapter Two

— pairing: Hybrid ot7 x Human Reader (Female) — genre: hybrid AU , fluff, angst, slow burn (like real slow), eventual smut — word count: 2K — Rating: M — warnings: trauma, mention of past abuse.

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— chapter summary:

Y/N runs a animal shelter, Calico was built on a simple principle, to help those who were in need. What will Y/N do when her sanctuary is threatened by an unexpected hybrid?

— A/N: This is going to be a series, I’m just getting back to writing, so I’d really appreciate your input and feedback <3

Ch. 1  Ch. 3  Ch. 3.5 Ch. 4 Ch. 5 Ch. 6

I stumbled out of bed with a groan, it was almost noon and my hangover was killing me. Last night I was too stressed so I drowned my worries in a bottle of whisky. Why was adulting so annoying, ugh. The house was quiet, Jason had probably already gone to the shelter. I made my way to the kitchen, my zombie brain screaming for coffee. I like my coffee black and bitter, just like my soul. Kidding, I don’t have a soul. 

My phone rang somewhere in the living room. The place looked like a tornado had torn through it. The floor was covered with papers and cushions and clothes and other unidentifiable mess. What the fuck happened last night? By the time I found my phone the ringing had stopped. 28 missed calls from Jason and 2% battery ...great.  

I made my way to the exam room, the most likely place for Jason to be. It was just a five minute walk from the house. I was in my pajamas, my hair sticking out and the coffee cup in my hand. It was Sunday, I was grumpy.

There was a half-naked man sitting on the exam table, no not a man, a hybrid. His white fluffy tail was droopy. Long white ears poked from his long black hair, he desperately needed a haircut. His ears were limp on his back. There was a hole in his left ear, it was properly done but too big for a piercing. My eyes widened with realization, I’d seen that before on cattle, his previous owners must’ve tagged him. 

The hybrid showed no reaction as I went to stand beside Jason, and directly in front of him. His upper body was muscular, he had a thick neck and washboard abs. He was gorgeous. He had a strong jawline, cute eyes and a small nose. The combination of cute and sexy was deadly. His hands were clasped together and he was hunched over, trying to make himself look small, not an easy feat to achieve.  

“Y/N, this is Jungkook,” Jason introduced the hybrid. The bunny stiffened, he didn’t raise his head to look at me. What do I do? I wasn’t good with people, I preferred animals to humans.  

“Hello, I’m Y/N,” I greeted. He was sitting so still that you would think he wasn’t even there. Was he even breathing? He was still looking down. 

I looked at Jason, I didn’t know what to do. “I found him near the hatch this morning so I brought him in for a checkup.” I nodded. 

“Are you hungry? I’m practically starving!” I asked, extending a tentative hand towards the bunny, palm up. He flinched.  I kept my hand where it was. I would stand here for hours if I had to. My stubbornness knew no bounds. Minutes passed slowly, Jason was leaning on the counter perfectly at ease, he was a good actor. 

Slowly Jungkook took my hand. “Let’s go have breakfast,” I whispered, a smile on my face as I slowly led him to the kitchen. Well kitchen was an overstatement, it was a small room with six refrigerators and two freezers, most of them contained medical supplies. A sad, overused coffee machine and a small stove for “Emergency Ramen”, it was our own special recipe. 

I opened the fridge with a “No Science Allowed” poster taped to its door. I pulled out a bunch of greens to make a salad, rabbits need their greens. We always stocked the fridge for humans and the animals. I wasn’t a particularly good cook, I could cook enough to not starve but that was the extent of my cooking skills. A quick chicken salad, eggs and toast and a bunch of pancakes and breakfast was served. 

Jungkook was still standing near the door where I had left him, eyes downcast, ears flopped. I was an idiot, a massive idiot, I assumed he would sit at the table on his own. Bad Y/N! 

“Jungkook, come sit with me,” I mentally hit myself, it sounded like a command, I was terrible at this. I was used to animals, you tell them what to do, you can’t ask a dog if he’d like to sit with you, but Jungkook was a person. I can be an animal therapist but humans? They were beyond me. I didn’t know how to get to him.  

He sat at the table. I pushed the food in front of him, expecting him to eat, another mistake. Hybrids are supposed to obey, they don't do things on their own. I was supposed to tell him what to do. I wanted to pound my head on the table. Stupid Y/N. 

“What would you like to eat?” I asked in the gentlest voice possible, at least I hoped it was gentle. 

 No response.  

“Go on this is all for you,” I tried to be encouraging. 

 Nothing.

 “Tell you what, if you finish your breakfast, I’ll give you a treat,” his ears twitched. He tentatively picked up a fork and started eating. His movements were small, he barely made any noise as he chewed but at least he was eating. 

I was still confuzzled, it is a word, a made up word, but then again all words are made up words. Confused and puzzled. I had no idea how to approach him, do I treat him like a human or a rabbit. The ‘treat’ card worked but will it work every time? He was taking small bites, I wondered if the food tasted bad. Maybe I forgot to add sugar to the pancakes? Did I forget to season the salad? I sighed internally. He needed a proper meal but sadly, Jason and I were terrible cooks. We lived on take-outs and ramen. Maybe it was time to learn how to cook.

I stood up, he froze. I had to get him used to people. I ignored his stiff posture as I walked to one of the freezers and pulled out a container that held my favorite ice cream. It was ‘ice cream for breakfast’ kind of day. I didn’t bother with bowls, two spoons and I was back in my seat. 

“You know this is my absolute favorite ice cream in the entire world. It's called Chocolate Brownie Fudge with Marshmallows. It's like a little piece of heaven in a plastic container,” I offered him a spoon. He looked at it as if it was going to bite him. “Go on, it's your treat!” I encouraged with a grin. It was meant to be a small smile but he was too cute and the ice cream made me happy. 

I dug into the ice cream as if my life depended on it. Jungkook watched me curiously, the spoon still in his hand. He hadn’t finished his breakfast but it was a start. For me, it was Sunday, the day where I threw caution to the wind and ate what I wanted. He hesitantly took a spoonful of ice cream, watching me as if I was going to pull the container away from him and tell him it was a joke. 

As soon as the spoon touched his tongue his eyes lit up like christmas. “Amazing isn’t it?” I asked, taking another bite. He nodded excitedly. Apparently he had a sweet tooth. I pushed the ice cream towards him and watched him devour the whole thing in minutes. God he was adorable!

I settled down on the couch in my office, I desperately needed a shower but that’d have to wait. Jason had taken Jungkook back to our house, he was going to stay in the guest room for the time being. It's not like I was going to put him in the hybrid shelter building, nobody deserved that and he couldn’t stay as a rabbit forever. 

I had a file in front of me, a file on Jungkook. All hybrids are installed with a microchip and registered in the hybrid database as soon as they are born ...or rather created in the labs. Hybrids couldn’t procreate, they were made in labs owned by big corporations. Jason had scanned Jungkooks microchip, the file contained everything about his life.

He was created in Corebear Tech’s lab and sold at the age of six to a wealthy family as a pet for their son. He was sent back to the company when he was twelve because he had grown too big for a rabbit hybrid. Corebear Tech then sold him to Apexi Pharmaceuticals and I guess that’s where Yonu found him.

I felt …I didn’t know what I felt. Maybe a sense of defeat. Jungkook was twenty-three, he was in that lab for eleven years. He was just one year younger than me. I was lost. I couldn’t even imagine what he must’ve gone through. There was no way I was going to let Apexi take him back. I called Song Hwa and gave her the file. After all we had evidence to collect and a case to build.

“Not this again!!” I ran through the front door as soon as I smelled smoke in our kitchen. Jason was standing in front of the stove fanning a pot with a newspaper. 

“I was cooking rice, I don’t know what happened,” he said opening the windows.

I took a peek, the rice was black, utterly totally burnt. “Jason …you’re supposed to add water to cook it…”

“Oh,” Jason loved to cook, the problem was he just couldn’t. I was 200% sure that he was cursed by some evil witch. The moment Jason tries to cook, all hell breaks loose.  

“You’re on clean-up duty,” I grumbled. At least it wasn’t that bad, the cake incident was still fresh in my mind. Once upon a time, when we still lived in our dorm, Jason decided to bake a cake …in a pressure cooker. Needless to say, it was a disaster. The cooker blew up, damaging half the kitchen. Thankfully no one was injured.

I softly knocked on the guestroom door. Jungkook had spent the whole day in his room, not that I blamed him. New place, new people, it was bound to be scary.

“Hey Jungkook, you want to come out for dinner?” I asked. I could deliver him ramen to his room if he wanted but I hoped he’d come out and eat with us. Yes, we were having ramen, Jason and I still lived as we had lived in our dorm, the only difference was our house was nicer and we had a garden.

Jungkook opened the door, he hadn’t locked it. He scrunched his nose as soon as he stepped out. The house was full of burnt smell from Jason’s cooking adventure. The smell must be stronger for him.

“Yeah, Jason tried to cook rice. Pro tip, never eat the food that Jason makes, he’s a terrible cook. Do you want to come eat with us?” I asked. I got a small nod in return.

“Let’s gooooo!! Do you like ramen? We have a really good recipe, well its nothing special, we just throw in some bacon and rice cakes and of course a fuckton of cheese,” I rambled as he followed me to the dining table. “You can never go wrong with cheese, unless you’re Jason,” Jason made protesting noises, I rolled my eyes at him.

Dinner was a bit awkward. Jason and I kept trying to make Jungkook talk but it didn’t work. The poor bunny hadn’t spoken a single word since he’d arrived at Calico. The only thing we got out of him were small nods and silence. I wondered if we should consult a therapist. He was human after all and he needed help.

I heard a sharp gasp from my left. Jungkook’s eyes were huge, he was frozen in his chair. He had accidently knocked the salt shaker off the table.

“I’m so..sorry. Please don’t punish me. I’ll do anything,” his voice was so small, it made my heart ache.

“Oh honey no!” I said as I held his hands. “It was an accident. You remember what I told you? This is a safe space, you’ll never be punished here. I won’t let anyone hurt you, okay?” I was mentally cursing myself for holding his hands on impulse. What if he didn’t like people invading his personal space? My worries were put to rest as he squeezed my hands.

“Okay,” he said in the smallest voice.

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Batim Cast cooking skill level headcanons and their favorite dishes to cook (Plus some FIFE stuff when relevant):

Henry - So-so, not the worst food in the world but nothing extraordinary to rave about. Except for when it comes to his pancakes which he has perfected cooking over decades of experience, those are amazing. Favorite dish to make is chocolate chip pancakes.

Linda - Around the same level as Henry’s cooking skill. Favorite dish to make is bacon soup (not canned.)

Joey - Don’t trust him in your kitchen, he will ruin it, and your food. Favorite dish to make is Inky macaroni and cheese.

FIFE!Joey - When unsupervised, he puts literal, honest to god poison in the food, good thing almost nobody in this timeline can stay dead. Trying to poison your roommates isn’t going to get you out of your cooking night Mister.

Wally - His wife likes to cook and he likes to join her, so he’ll be able to create some pretty tasty (but not always healthy) meals. Favorite dish to make is “Ballpark Mac”. Which is pretty much Homemade mac and cheese, but with cut up hot dogs in the mac itself and baked with a thin layer of potato chips on top. This is often served with ketchup.

Sammy - Due to its smoking habit, its sense of taste is very dull. So whenever it does cook, he tends to add a lot of salt/other seasonings to his dishes and pretty much makes them inedible for everyone except himself and a few others. Favorite dish to make is slow cooked lamb stew that’s just as salty as himself.

FIFE!Sammy - New body, new taste buds, newly found sense of taste. Which means he has to relearn how to cook so that he can make food edible for himself. Which coincidentally, also means that the food he makes becomes edible for other people as well. Favorite dish to make is cake, but that Lamb stew’s still being made on chilly nights (It’s just a lot less salty now, also just like the new him.)

Jack - Also a so-so cooker and doesn’t really like cooking all too much. Favorite dish to make is whatever’s the easiest/fastest thing he can make at the time.

Norman - Can make some good, hearty meals, but isn’t too interested on broadening his cooking horizons. Favorite dish to make is Gumbo.

FIFE!Norman - Got a little rusty at cooking due to the lack of practice, but he’ll get back to his old cooking skill level after a while.

Susie - She’s a busy lady who also tends to have her head in the clouds, so if she’s doesn’t have her eyes glued to the dish, she’s likely to forget about it while it’s on the stove/in the oven and burn it. Favorite dish to make is (non grilled) sandwiches.

FIFE!Susie - Is not as busy as she used to be and no longer has her head in the clouds, so she burns food less. Favorite dish to make is Alfredo pasta with shrimp and a side of garlic bread.

Allison - Cooking is a passion of hers and she’s been doing it for years, as a result, she’s really good at it. Cannot pick a favorite dish to make, but does have a favorite cookbook.

FIFE!Allison - While she doesn’t remember her past life’s cooking passion, she took to it like a fish to water and is excellent at it, even when in the wilderness hunting down an apostate prophet. Still can’t pick a favorite dish to make, now has a favorite SHELF of cookbooks...

Thomas - Used to smoke, so his taste buds are a bit dull and it effects his cooking skills. Food he makes is bland aside from the amount of salt put into it, but unlike pre-FIFE Sammy’s cooking, it’s edible. Favorite dish to make is box mix brownies.

FIFE!Tom - Sense of smell and taste are far better than a normal human’s senses of smell and taste now. He’s still a bit of a bland cooker due to inexperience, but there’s improvement. Favorite dish to make is BLTs with cheese. (Chocolate makes him feel sick now, especially when it’s in the form of an entire slab of under cooked brownies that’s eaten in one sitting.)

Bertrum - This man has a personal chef, a butler who brings him his meals, and thus, he has never set foot in a kitchen in his life.

FIFE!Bertrum: He hires someone to cook for him as he has no desire to improve his nonexistent cooking skills.

Lacie - Likes to cook, but it’s cursed. Makes the weirdest food combos for kicks and giggles. Current favorite dish to make is oreo and mustard pizza with anchovy stuffed crust.

FIFE!Lacie - Cooking level stayed the same, people just like her cooking a lot more now because they were sick of that fucking bacon soup. Current favorite dish to make is hot dog, cream cheese, and lime jello.

Grant - He took up stress cooking/baking at some point and filled his house with many delicious dishes as a result. Doesn’t have a favorite dish to make as he just uses the first recipe he finds and has all the ingredients for.

Shawn - Will sometimes cook with Grant to help him de-stress and has improved a lot in his cooking abilities as a result. Favorite dish to make is beer battered fries.

Emma - Also has not set foot in a kitchen in her life due to a vast amount of wealth that she’s had all her life.

Buddy - Never learned how to cook aside from the simple stuff that you’d trust a child to cook. Favorite dish to ‘make’ is canned soup.

FIFE!Buddy - Is learning how to cook under Allison’s wing, doesn’t have a favorite dish to make yet.

Dot - So-so, she doesn’t have a lot of experience in the kitchen. Favorite dish to make is sandwiches.

FIFE!Dot - Is careful when cooking because the knowledge of her flammability as a lost one is ingrained into her. So even after she regains humanity, she tends to shy away from the oven and stove out of the fear of being burned alive (She saw it happen to someone in the studio, it wasn’t pretty). Favorite food to make is still sandwiches, she just doesn’t grill or toast them anymore.

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Present Day, Present Time

[Easy Reading Version on Toyhou.se]

-- alluringMisdirection [AM] began trolling autonomousMachinations [AM] --

AM: Oh shlt slnce when was lt your bday??

AM: All g tho, l got a place ln mlnd ;)

AM: Obvlously lt’s gonna be a secret, so don’t even bother asklng! Surprlse partles are the best partles, y’know. And lt’s gotta be good for the blg 1-0!

AM: So you better get hype- or, as hype as whatever’s posslble for you 8)

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Callan stood in the homewares section of one of Block 136’s many low-end department stores, hands on his hips and tapping his foot in mild irritation. Predictably, he’d be caught off-guard by Gerrel’s mentioning of his wriggling day coming up. He didn’t forget, of course, he just- Wait, did Gerrel ever mention it before? They’ve known each other for a while and Callan had definitely made him put his wriggling day into his stupidly busy schedule, but he legitimately cannot recall if the redblood had brought up his own before. Huh. Well, whatever, Callan’s going to say that’s Gerrel’s problem to work out, because right now he’s got his own problem. What the hell kind of present does someone with no hobbies want? Most of the time when it comes to presents, Callan would simply grab whatever silly novelty he could find in the clearance sections - A hat with a funny saying on it, some desktop USB gadget, all those stocking stuffer toys made specifically for office 12th Perigees party gifts, the impulse buy bottle openers and fidget spinners at the registers, - it didn’t matter what the gift was, if it was a gift from him then clearly it was the most important! But this time it’s different. It’s not just a gift for someone’s 10th wriggling day, but the wriggling day of someone who it wouldn’t be inaccurate to call Callan’s best friend (who would’ve thought? Of all people!). A real pro at gift-giving too, the photo book he gave last Quadrants’ Day had touched Callan’s heart far greater than any novelty chocolate or humorous greeting card ever could. So now he’s obligated to be thoughtful. Ugh, thinking.

He acknowledges that the logical gift would be something practical, Gerrel does seem to like things that are useful and would make him more productive. With how much he goes on about ‘healthy eating’ and ‘cooking your own meals’, he’d probably be over the moon if he unwrapped one of those air fryer things people keep talking about. But as Callan stared the boxes of kitchen appliances down, he couldn’t help but think one thing...

An air fryer is fucking boring.

Yes, sure, it’s the perfect gift for someone like him. He’d appreciate it! He’d appreciate it a lot more than the corner store chocolates he received from the greenblood for Quadrants’ Day, or the reindeer antler hat from 12th Perigees. He’d probably get a lot of use out of it too, if what the recipe books conveniently placed next to the display says is true. You can cook chicken, vegetables, brownies and muffins, fish and chips, mozzarella sticks… But, it may be a gift from Callan, but it’s not a gift from Callan. There’s no pizzaz, no style, nothing that screams “This is a gift from the one and only Callan Ranpoe, the best troll you’ve ever known! Accept no substitutes!''. It’s a gift someone would buy for a hivewarming party, or something his rich boss would slip in with the weekly wages just to remind everyone of how much money he has. Not a gift from someone known for their sense of humour and great taste in, well, everything.

Callan’s train of thought is interrupted by an employee asking if he needs a hand. Some tired-looking brownblood who knows that if they don’t ask every customer who has spent more than thirty seconds standing on one spot this question their boss will have them thrown out on the streets. He dismisses the employee with a wave of his hand, who only responds by parroting that the tea towels and oven mitts have a two-for-one deal tonight only.

Two-for-one… That’s it! Cheap and more fun than some boring appliance!

Not wanting to make it seem like he was inspired by the employee’s suggestion, Callan continues to mull about the appliances section pretending to be interested in the breadmakers and slow cookers before stealthily slipping over to the kitchen accessories section. Sure enough, the tea towels and oven mitts are already looking more to the greenblood’s liking. There’s the towels with funny cooking-related puns (Haha, “Let’s give them something to taco ‘bout”! It’s funny because it’s got tacos on it!), towels covered in cute animal prints (and a very un-cute one covered in horses. Sorry Gerrel, but you truly have the worst lusus), and towels covered in sayings one would find on a Facebook Minions group (which unfortunately, would probably appeal to the redblood’s sense of humour more than anything else…). There’s oven mitts shaped like crab claws and dinosaur heads, some pop culture-themed mitts with references that’d definitely fly over his head, and one that just says the word ‘butter’ repeated on every inch of the fabric. Callan starts picking a couple off the rack, already congratulating himself on his head about how genius this gift is.

But… As he stares down at the dinosaur oven mitt and the tea towels with food puns, the gift still didn’t feel right. There should probably be something… More? To this? If the last present idea was thoughtful but lacks ‘Callan vibes’, then this idea is more Him but less thoughtful or really, wanted. Who wants tea towels for their wriggling day? That’s like giving someone socks and underwear. Callan sighs, dumping the chosen items onto the shelf below instead of hanging them back onto the rack. Putting in the effort for a perfect gift sucks.

Why is this so important? Why does a gift need to be thoughtful, personal, and most importantly, something that would make him think of Callan every time? Maybe it’s to make every moment as memorable as possible to combat the reality that all of Callan’s relationships are fleeting at best. Gerrel seems to be able to recognise him through his psiionics, most likely because altering one’s voice, speech patterns, and quirks in their posture and body language are difficult without specific training that Callan doesn’t have. But a friendship cannot be perpetuated on vaguely familiar quirks alone. What if one night Callan decides he wants to cut his hair? Change the way he dresses- hell, just happens to wear a waistcoat with his symbol printed on the opposite side? Doesn’t tie the bow around his neck correctly? Gerrel would fail to recognise him, and they’d be back at square one. And that’s not to mention the major elephant in the room being Callan’s stints as the prolific Phantom Thief. That wouldn’t be something he could just shrug off and accept, especially when his boss has been one of the thief’s major targets. He doesn’t come across as someone who would be angry to find out about this secret, but… He’s very honest and loyal. It would make sense for him to dob Callan into his boss, someone who values working as much as he does would definitely put his own job over anything else.

But then again… He’s selfless, in that way that makes Callan almost feel bad at letting him take over all the chores in his hive when he probably could do them himself if he could be bothered. Almost. Thank god he doesn’t have to wash dishes any more, and the food Gerrel cooks is way better than anything he could ever make even if he put his mind to it. So maybe he wouldn’t do that. Of course he wouldn’t do that! Even if it doesn’t last, he’s Callan’s friend now. And maybe they might continue to be friends, and- If the greenblood’s ego allows it- Gerrel could learn the truth of his psiionics, and try to work with it. Just as he works with every other eccentricity that makes up Callan’s personality.

… Nothing in this long moment of introspection has given him any more ideas for the perfect 10th wriggling day gift. Goddammit. 

The brownblood continues floating around the aisles, keeping an eye on Callan in the way one would monitor a known shoplifter or rowdy group of teenagers. Now’s probably the best chance to get that advice they’re paid to give out.

“Hey,” Callan addresses the employee with a nod, “Got any ideas for a 10th wriggling day gift? I need one for a guy who’s into like, cooking and shit. Practical, but fun, y’know?”

The brownblood silently casts their eyes over to the appliances, and settles on the most expensive item they can spot.

“Air fryer.”

Of course.

Once again, we’re back to square one. This is going to take more than an hour’s worth of thinking, which is well more than Callan has ever done in his life. But, that’s fine. He’s got time, and it’s for someone worth spending time on. And there’s still the entirety of the department store to meander about like what everyone else does at this time of night. Maybe he could look into finding some outfits so Gerrel can be at least half as stylish as him, maybe some instructional books on building projects that would normally bore Callan to death because they lack funny pictures, maybe some crafts to make something (he can paint a mean self-portrait, so a portrait of someone else wouldn’t be that much more difficult)...

Now, if only Gerrel didn’t steal his other non-kitchen appliance idea of putting together a photo book already, that could’ve been perfect. Who wouldn’t want their own collection of Official Callan selfies?

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It took another couple hours and some trips to a few nearby shops, but finally the search for the perfect present was over. Callan stood at the kitchen table, putting together the finishing touches on the now-wrapped gift’s presentation. The homewares idea was thrown out the window in favour of something just as practical, but in a way that feels more personal. A blazer sits folded on the table (Callan made sure to not unfold it after the cashier slipped it into the shopping bag, there’s no way he’d ever be able to get it right), in a similar style to the one usually worn by Gerrel albeit with gold buttons and a green trim on the collar and cuffs. A voucher to get his symbol printed on the jacket has also been slipped into the breast pocket. It felt right to give something with his hue, it’s a common sign of friendship between a higherblood and a lowblood. He may not have a particularly intimidating shade of blue or purple, but it’s still an indication of protecting a friend. And, it’s something picked out by Callan himself so clearly it’s peak fashion.

There was an attempt at tying up the gift in a bow - one of the spare green neckties identical to the one he wore, to be precise - but there was certainly little effort into making it look perfect. The bow was uneven and sat nowhere close to the centre, and Callan couldn’t figure out how to do that fancy criss-cross tie most presents are wrapped in. Not that the presentation mattered to him, and he’s sure that’s the level of effort Gerrel would expect from him. He probably doesn’t expect much from the greenblood, honestly, so perhaps this modicum of effort will make this gift even more special.