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• How to Bake Eggs
• How to Create a Halloween Centerpiece from Peppers
• How to Fit Out a Van for Camping

How to Bake Eggs Posted: 27 Oct 2018 01:00 AM PDT Baking eggs is a great way to prepare a large amount of eggs at one time. With the right technique, you can make hard "boiled" eggs, shirred eggs, and scrambled eggs in the oven. The process may take a little longer than on the stove, but it is also easier because you don't have to stand guard over the eggs as they cook. EditIngredients EditHard "Boiled" Eggs 1 to 12 eggs Servings: varies EditShirred Eggs 1 to 12 eggs 1 to 2 teaspoons of heavy cream (per egg) 1 tablespoon (7.5 g) of grated Parmesan cheese (per egg) Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Servings: varies EditScrambled Eggs 10 large eggs of milk 1 cup (100 g) of grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup (150 g) of diced, cooked ham 1/4 cup (5 g) of finely-chopped, fresh, flat-leaf parsley 1 teaspoon of salt 1/4 teaspoon of freshly-ground black pepper Servings: 5 to 6 EditSteps EditMaking Hard "Boiled" Eggs Preheat your oven to . If your oven tends to run cool, then it might be better to preheat it to instead.[1] Place your desired number of eggs into a muffin pan. You do not need to grease the muffin pan or insert liners. Simply place 1 egg into each hole. Do not crack the eggs open; you're only hard boiling them.[2] How many eggs you hard boil is up to you. The number of eggs won't affect the baking time. Bake the eggs for up to 30 minutes. Be aware that the eggs may develop some red specks as they bake, which is normal. This won't affect the integrity of the eggs themselves.[3] Place the eggs into an ice bath for 10 minutes to cool down. Fill a bowl, pot, or sink with ice, then add some cold water. Next, place the eggs into the ice bath, then leave them there until they cool off—about 10 minutes.[4] You need to plunge the eggs into an ice bath in order to halt the cooking process. If you don't do this, the eggs will continue to cook. Peel and serve the eggs. Oven-baked eggs peel very easily, so you should be able to get the job done quickly.[5] If you made a whole batch of eggs to eat throughout the week, consider leaving them in their shells ad storing them in the fridge instead. Keep unpeeled eggs away from the raw eggs. The last thing you'd want to do is peel a raw egg by mistake! EditMaking Shirred Eggs Preheat your oven to . It doesn't matter whether or not your oven runs hot or cool. Because you're baking these eggs out side of their shells, it'll be easier to determine whether or not they're done baking.[6] These eggs are essentially what you'd get if you cracked an egg open on a frying pan.[7] Grease a muffin tin with a light coat of cooking spray. How many wells on the muffin tin you grease depends on how many eggs you want to make. If you want to make 12 eggs, then grease 12 wells. If you want to make 3 eggs, then grease only 3 wells.[8] You can use ramekins too. Place these on a baking sheet to make them easier to take in and out of the oven.[9] A butter-flavored cooking spray would work especially well here because it will give the eggs a pan-fried flavor. Crack 1 egg into each muffin tin or ramekin. Again, how many eggs you crack open depends on how many you want to make. Most muffin tins can hold 6 to 12 eggs, depending on the number of wells that they have.[10] Do not break, stir, or scramble the yolks.[11] Pour 1 to 2 teaspoons of heavy cream over each egg. If you don't have heavy cream, or don't want to use it, try melted butter instead.[12] This is very important because it will help keep the egg whites from drying out in the oven.[13] Season the eggs with salt, pepper, and grated cheese, if desired. A dash of salt and pepper is all you really need. For extra flavor, add 1 tablespoon (7.5 g) of grated Parmesan cheese over each egg.[14] Bake the eggs for 7 to 12 minutes. The longer you bake the eggs, the more firm they will become. Soft-center eggs are great if you want to eat them for breakfast on a plate. If you wish to use the eggs in a breakfast sandwich, however, a firm-center egg would work better because it won't be as runny. Listed below are the recommended baking times:[15] Soft: 7 to 8 minutes Medium: 9 to 10 minutes Firm: 11 to 12 minutes Serve the eggs as soon as you take them out of the oven. The eggs will continue to cook from the inside, so they will become more firm as time goes by. If you made soft-center eggs, then enjoy them as soon as you can.[16] Add more flavor to the eggs by seasoning them with dried herbs or extra shredded cheese.[17] EditMaking Scrambled Eggs Preheat your oven to . This is only if you're going to use a baking pan.[18] If you'll be using a muffin tin, then do instead.[19] Grease a baking pan. You can use olive oil, butter, or a nonstick cooking spray for this. Set the pan aside when you are done.[20] You can also use a muffin tin. You have enough egg mixture to fill 5 standard-sized wells. Grease each well, but skip the paper liner.[21] Beat the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together. Crack 10 eggs into a large mixing bowl, then pour in of milk. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and up to 1/4 teaspoon of freshly-ground black pepper. Whisk everything together until the yolks break.[22] The more you beat the eggs, the fluffier and lighter they will become once baked.[23] Add some cheese, cooked ham, and parsley, if desired. For a traditional dish, use 1 cup (100 g) of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup (150 g) of diced, cooked ham, and 1/4 cup (5 g) finely-chopped, fresh, flat-leaf parsley. Give the mixture another stir to mix everything together.[24] You can also try other fillings too, such as diced onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc. With the exception of herbs, be sure to fry or sauté everything before adding it into the eggs. Pour the mixture into your greased pan. If you are filling a muffin tin, consider using a soup ladle to transfer the egg mixture into the wells. This will ensure that each well gets the same amount. Bake the scrambled eggs for 45 minutes. They are ready when the top is golden. Another way to test them is to poke the middle with a knife; if it comes out clean, the eggs are ready.[25] If you're baking the eggs in a muffin tin, then check the eggs after about 12 to 15 minutes; they should be just set.[26] Allow the eggs to cool for 5 minutes before serving them. Once they have cooled, but them to 6 portions, then serve them with a spatula.[27] If you made the eggs in a muffin tin, then slide them out of the tin with a fork or spoon, and serve them individually. EditTips You can season shirred and scrambled eggs just like you would when frying them on the stove. Hard-boiled eggs will last up to 1 week in the fridge. Shirred and scrambled eggs will last up to 3 to 4 days in the fridge. Hard-center shirred eggs and scrambled eggs made in muffin tins are great for breakfast sandwiches. Eggs will continue to cook even after you take them out of the oven, so it might actually be better to undercook them slightly. EditThings You'll Need EditHard Boiled Eggs Muffin tin Oven Bowl or sink Ice (for ice bath) EditShirred Eggs Muffin tin or ramekins Oven EditScrambled Eggs baking sheet Mixing bowl Whisk Spatula Oven EditSources and Citations Cite error: <ref> tags exist, but no <references/> tag was found

How to Create a Halloween Centerpiece from Peppers Posted: 26 Oct 2018 05:00 PM PDT Pumpkins are not the only veggies that can be carved for Halloween. Carve red, orange and yellow peppers for a festive centerpiece. EditSteps For this project you will need orange, yellow and red peppers, a paring knife and a spoon. If you want to light up your peppers, you will need battery-operated flicker lights. Start carving. This is not much different than carving pumpkins. First, cut the cap to access the inside of the pepper. To do this, hold the knife at a 45 degree angle and cut in a circle around the stem. Stay about 2" away from the stem. Cutting at an angle will help keep the top from falling into the pepper when you put it back on. Trim the excess seeds and flesh from the cap. Do not cut too much off of the cap or it will not fit back on the pepper. Set the top aside. Use a spoon to scrape out the white flesh and seeds from the interior of the pepper. Do not push too hard or you could push through the side of the pepper. Rinse out the inside of the pepper. Pat dry. Cut out the facial features as you would a pumpkin. If you need inspiration for pumpkin faces, an internet search will give you limitless options. When done, place the cap back onto the peppers. Keep your peppers in the fridge until you are ready to display them for your party or event. Finished. EditTips Store your carved peppers in the fridge until your are ready to use them. Choose firm peppers that will stand up relatively straight. If your peppers will not stand, you may need to cut the bottom to level the pepper. EditWarnings Once the peppers are carved and have set out as your centerpiece for a significant amount of time, do not allow them to be eaten. Peppers are very easy to cut so take care when using the knife to cut out the facial features. Unlike carving pumpkins, a light touch will cut easily. Do not put candles in your peppers. The inside of the pepper will burn quickly and the pepper will eventually collapse. Use battery operated candles. EditRelated wikiHows Decorate Your Yard for Halloween With or Without Money

How to Fit Out a Van for Camping Posted: 26 Oct 2018 09:00 AM PDT If you're looking to combine your love of the open road with your zeal for camping, converting a van into a camping vehicle may be the thing for you. Camping in a van combines many of the creature comforts of indoor living with the relaxation and enjoyment that comes from being out in the wilderness. Even if you don't have any prior experience with carpentry or construction, the process of converting your ordinary van into a campervan is straightforward enough that anybody can do it. EditSteps EditRenovating the Interior Clean out your van's interior to make room for your installations. If you buy your van used, there's a good chance you will have to remove some items from the interior before you can start the conversion process. Remove any unwanted pre-existing fixtures and clean the floor to your comfort level.[1] Unscrew and remove any passenger seats or other pre-existing fixtures located in the back of the van that you don't intend to use. Use a broom and vacuum cleaner to clean dirt and debris off the floor of the van. If there is carpeting installed in the back of van, clean it with a vacuum cleaner and carpet cleaner, or considering removing the carpet entirely.[2] Insulate the floor, walls, and ceiling for protection in cold weather. If you intend to do any camping in cold environments or during the winter, consider installing insulation to keep the interior of the van comfortable. Use your measurements of the van's interior to cut pieces of insulating material that will fit over the floor, walls, and ceiling of the van. There are many different types of insulation material you can use, including rigid foam, Styrofoam, rock wool, and natural sheep wool.[3] Although different insulation materials come with different installation instructions, a lot of these instructions call for placing roughly of insulation material on the walls and floors, and roughly to of material on the ceiling.[4] Use spray foam on any remaining cracks or gaps in the installation.[5] Install a wooden floor to build the rest of your installations on. You will need to install a wooden subfloor and top floor for the van to enable you to install the bed platform, kitchen, and any other installations you intend to add.[6] The subfloor can be composed of either plywood or batten, though batten is recommended. Cut your pieces of plywood or batten so that they will fit your van's interior, then securely screw this subfloor into the floor of the van to act as a fixing point for the rest of your flooring.[7] Once the subfloor is installed, repeat this process to cut and install your top floor, making sure it is securely screwed into the subfloor below. Commonly recommended types of wood to use for the top floor include laminate, sheet vinyl, and timber.[8] EditAdding the Essential Installations Build and install a platform for your bed. Use plywood and lumber to construct a platform for your bed to go on. Consider installing a platform that not only supports your mattress, but also includes storage space underneath.[9] Measure and cut a piece of plywood for the base of the platform, taking into account any curves found on the sides of your van's walls.[10] If you'd like to build extra storage space into your platform, cut a piece of 2x6 lumber into 9 pieces roughly high, and screw them into the base plywood in a 3 by 3 formation. These will act as pillars to support your top platform while also providing extra storage.[11] Measure and cut a piece of plywood equal to the size of your bottom platform, and screw it into the pillars to act as your top platform. Consider assembling your bed platform entirely inside the van; if you construct the platform outside the van and it's too big, it won't fit and you'll have to make adjustments.[12] Build and install your kitchen counter. You probably won't be able to access an open fire all the time while camping. Having a dedicated kitchen space with room for a sink, a cutting board, and a portable stove will give you much more flexibility when it comes to cooking. Cut a piece of plywood that will serve as your countertop, making sure it is big enough to include your sink, water container, and whatever else you deem necessary, but also small enough to fit in the van.[13] Cut a square hole in the plywood that is just slightly smaller than your portable sink, so that your sink fits snugly inside the hole in your countertop. Use 2x4 lumber to build a frame for your counter, making sure to stick closely to the measurements you took of the interior van at the outset of the project. Cut your 2x4 into 8 shapes: 4 pieces you will screw together into a rectangle to support the countertop, and 4 pieces that will act as legs to support the entire counter. Screw the plywood countertop into the lumber frame, then screw the entire kitchen counter into the wall of your van so that it doesn't tip over while you're driving.[14] Add a portable toilet and shower to the van. If you're uncomfortable with going to the bathroom in the woods or going days without showering, you'll definitely need to invest in a portable toilet and portable shower to maintain a comfortable level of hygiene. Store these in the storage space under your bed to keep them out of sight.[15] Portable toilets and showers can be found relatively inexpensively in hardware stores and on the internet. You can also install more permanent toilets and water systems, though they will cost more and require more space.[16] Make sure you line the inside of your toilet with a garbage bag and empty it out regularly.[17] Odors can be controlled with deodorizing chemical cleaning products. Make sure to purchase these when you purchase your portable toilet. EditStocking the Interior Make sure you keep an energy source in your camping van. You will most likely have items with you while camping that will need to be charged or recharged at some point. Consider packing a power converter, external battery, or portable charger before beginning your camping trip.[18] If cost is no concern, you can also install solar panels to the roof and run the wiring into the inside of your van for a more consistent energy source.[19] Pack flashlights or solar lanterns to have light at night. Make sure you bring a source of light for when you're parked in the wilderness at light. Instead of using your phone or an open-flamed candle, pack battery-powered flashlights or solar lanterns for safe and energy efficient illumination.[20] Stock your kitchen with cookware and cutlery. Your kitchen won't be nearly as useful if you forget to bring tools to cook and eat with! Make sure your kitchen area is stocked with reusable pots, pans, plates, and utensils, and that you bring a sponge and dish soap to wash them with.[21] Consider placing a cooler underneath the kitchen counter to act as a refrigerator. You'll need this for storing any perishable food items you intend to cook. EditTips Make ample use of vertical space when stocking the interior, as storage space on the inside of your van will be in short supply at the end of the fitting out process. EditWarnings If you intend to go camping anywhere hot and humid, make sure you bring bug spray, or consider installing a bug net in your camping van. If you intend to go camping in cold climates and opt not to install insulation in your van, be sure to bring a portable heater and thick blankets to keep warm. EditThings You'll Need Plywood 2x4 lumber 2x6 lumber Measuring tape Circular saw Screws Wood for flooring EditSources and Citations Cite error: <ref> tags exist, but no <references/> tag was found

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