The tongue of the righteous is choice silver; the heart of the wicked is of little worth.
Proverbs 10:20
The law of supply and demand as applied to speech: the fewer your words, the more valuable they will be. Because the wicked say everything that comes to mind, nobody values what is in their minds (hearts).
Versatile Dough Recipe
This is my ultimate go-to recipe for an incredibly versatile dough. The beauty lies in its adaptability for various culinary creations, with minor adjustments. On Preparation days, it serves as the foundation for a delightful evening pizza, capable of being transformed into either a thin crust or a deep pan delight.
I'll be covering the Pizza recipe today, but feel free to experiment with this dough.
Preparation Time:
30 minutes (including post-prep cleanup)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of strong/bread flour
- 3 cups of plain/all purpose flour (extra for kneading)
- 1 tablespoon of plain white sugar
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil (extra for coating the rising dough; any oil is suitable, but olive oil imparts a deeper flavor)
- 100ml of water
- 300ml of whole milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 teaspoons of dried yeast
Yields:
- 4 thin crusts (10" each)
or
- 4 deep pan crusts (8" each)
Instructions:
1. Warm the milk and water to lukewarm.
2. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl.
3. Introduce the oil to the dry mix and incorporate it using a fork. Ensure thorough blending of the yeast and flour.
4. Add the lukewarm milk/water mixture to the dry ingredients using a fork.
*** Remember, it's simpler to thicken a soft dough than to moisten a dry one, so opt for a softer dough initially if possible.
5. Once thoroughly mixed, transfer the amalgamated ingredients to a flat surface and knead until achieving a soft consistency, typically around 10 minutes. Dust your hands with extra flour to prevent excessive sticking. Slight stickiness during kneading is acceptable, as a too-hard dough isn't desirable.
6. Fold the dough onto itself to achieve a smooth outer surface.
7. Return the dough to the mixing bowl and coat the surface with olive oil to prevent drying.
8. Allow the dough to rise for approximately an hour or until it doubles in size.
Baking:
Thin Crust:
- Divide the dough into 4 portions and roll each out on a baking tray.
- Add your preferred toppings.
- Baking time and temperature depend on your oven type. Do remember to preheat your oven for uniform baking.
Deep Pan:
- Divide the dough into 4 sections and roll each ball large enough to cover your baking tin.
- Grease the tin with a generous layer of butter to ensure a crispy crust.
- Lay the rolled-out dough in the tin, stretching it to fully cover the inside and up the sides.
- Cover the tins and leave the dough to rise for another 30-60 minutes until it doubles in height and fills the tin.
- Gently flatten the dough's interior area with a fork or your fingers, avoiding pressing down on the dough touching the sides.
- Add your chosen toppings.
- Baking time, temperature, and possibly mid-bake turning depend on your oven's characteristics.
Do you have any suggestions to enhance this recipe or perhaps a sourdough variation to share? Your input is highly appreciated!
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On this date in history, 08/18/1590: Governor John White returns to Roanoke Colony to find it deserted. The colonists were never found. #otd #tdih #virginiahistory
Small Straws by Marsha Burns
You will begin to see the first stages of breakthrough and will realize that the things that held you back or were the source of consternation are things of the past. This is a new day. Embrace the freedom that comes with a clean slate. Rejoice as you fill this day with the best you have and with the goodness of My presence, says the Lord. Isaiah 43:18-19 Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Small Straws by Marsha Burns
You will begin to see the first stages of breakthrough and will realize that the things that held you back or were the source of consternation are things of the past. This is a new day. Embrace the freedom that comes with a clean slate. Rejoice as you fill this day with the best you have and with the goodness of My presence, says the Lord. Isaiah 43:18-19 Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
Please complete the following sentence according to your beliefs: We are what we ...?
However, before you cast your vote, kindly read further.
While it's likely that many of us would instinctively select what societal norms have directed us to concentrate on, might there exist a more profound reality beneath the surface?
Shouldn't our focus be directed towards our eternal bodies - the aspect that truly holds significance - and shouldn't we strive to safeguard our souls? It's true that indulgence in food can lead us down a less productive path, but it's equally true that food can possess healing qualities.
What we absorb through our senses profoundly shapes our thoughts, beliefs, speech, and ultimately, our souls.
Immersing ourselves in negativity throughout the day should encourage reflection on Proverbs, which clearly delineates the potential consequences of such actions.