On Sat, 15 Sep 2012 11:26:19 -0400, George M. Middius
> wrote:

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>Is it safe to boil water in a nonstick pan?

Sure, and it will pour out easily and not stick to the bottom like in
a regular pan.



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>What's the difference between minced garlic and crushed garlic?

A quick squeeze


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>If I slice up a pork shoulder, can I still braise the pieces, or do I
>have to grill them like steaks?

If you have a torch, you can try brazing them, but often the fat
burns.


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>What's the difference between wine from southern Italy and wine from
>northern Italy?

About a hundred miles.

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>I want to make some bread but I don't have a bread machine. Which kind
>should I buy?
Wonder is popular, but I like Pepperidge Farms.



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>If I make a wine sauce and cook it long enough for the alcohol to
>evaporate, how can I be sure it's safe for an alcoholic to eat?

You need to find a better class or friends.


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>I like dates but I don't like chicken.

Then take your date to a steak house.