#mains

[freshthoughts2020]

[sanctiichor]

*coughs* oough , rules are done!! Though I'll make sure to do a mobile friendly one too! At a more reasonable hour, it's almost 4am and I can hear birds outside. Goodnighty my doves 🕊

[bumeroni-n-danchovy]

Buffalo Wings

↳ Ingredients

For the chicken:

10 chicken wings

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 tsp ground paprika

1/4 tsp cayenne

1/4 tsp salt

2 cups of neutral oil for frying, or as needed

For the sauce:

1/4 cup of butter

1/4 cup of hot sauce (Frank's Red Hot)

A pinch of black pepper

A pinch of garlic powder

↳ Steps

Whisk together flour, paprika, cayenne, and salt in a bowl.

Add chicken wings and toss until evenly coated.

Arrange wings in a single layer in a 9x13" baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 1.5 hours.

Heat oil to 375 degrees.

Meanwhile, add sauce ingredients to a small saucepan over low heat. Cook until butter is melted and everything is combined. Remove from heat.

Fry wings for 10-15 minutes until crispy and browned. Let drain on paper towels or a wire rack.

Toss cooked wings in sauce and serve.

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Source: allrecipes

[youngcyclonespell]

JEE Main 2026 Cutoff: Key Insights & What It Means for Aspirants

The JEE Main 2026 cutoff, released by NTA on April 20, 2026, has reached record-high levels across all categories, reflecting the increasing competition among engineering aspirants in India .

For the General category, the cutoff stands at 93.41 percentile, while OBC-NCL crossed 80 percentile for the first time, and SC/ST categories also saw significant increases . This upward trend clearly indicates a steady rise in preparation standards and candidate volume.

It is important to understand that the JEE Main cutoff is only a qualifying benchmark. Clearing it makes you eligible for:

JEE Advanced (gateway to IITs)

JoSAA counselling for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs 

However, admission depends on JoSAA closing ranks, which vary by institute, branch, category, and quota. Simply clearing the cutoff does not guarantee admission to top colleges.

Another critical factor is the Home State (HS) vs Other State (OS) quota system, where HS candidates often benefit from relatively relaxed closing ranks compared to OS candidates.

With approximately 2.5 lakh students qualifying for JEE Advanced 2026, competition remains intense, and trends suggest that cutoffs will likely continue rising in future years .

Conclusion:

JEE Main 2026 marks a new level of competitiveness. Aspirants must go beyond just clearing the cutoff and focus on strategic college selection, rank analysis, and counselling decisions to secure the best possible outcome.

JEE Main Cutoff 2026: Percentile, Category-wise Qualifying Marks

JEE Main Cutoff 2026: Check JEE Main cutoff 2026 including expected qualifying percentile, category-wise cutoffs, NIT/IIIT cutoffs and JEE A

[la-parenthese-des-draps]

II. Incertitudes...

Douloureux virage, Tendres grimaces d´un lit ; La voûte se fige... Offert à tes mains, J´ondule au lieu d´une femme ; Nuit d´incertitudes...

Repos d´avalanche ; je t´embrasse sur la bouche, Scellant notre étreinte.

Textes originaux et protégés.

[freshthoughts2020]

[mamaasawriter]

Ça finira. Comme l'espace entre deux mains. Quand deux mains se tiennent, c'est seulement deux mains qui se tiennent. Pas une partouze cosmique. Pas une flagrance mystique. Pas une victoire sur l'éternité. Simplement deux mains qui se tiennent. En sachant qu'elles finiront par se lâcher. S'accrocher.

Thomas Vinau, Vivement pas demain

[bumeroni-n-danchovy]

Empanadas

↳ Ingredients

For the filling

1.5 tbsp olive oil

1 lb ground beef (or meat of choice)

1 small onion, diced

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tsp tomato paste

1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped

1/2 tsp each of dried oregano, cumin, and paprika

1/4 tsp of cayenne

1/4 tsp of salt and pepper

3/4 cup of chicken broth

1/2 cup of tomato passata or tomato sauce

1/3 cup of green onion, finely sliced

1/4 cup of capers, chopped

Alternative filling ideas or add-ins: cheese, potatoes, mushrooms, scrambled eggs, etc.

For the dough

2.5 cups of all purpose flour

1.5 sticks of butter, softened

1 cup water

1 tsp salt

1 tsp sugar

↳ Steps

Filling:

Heat oil in a large non-stick pan over high heat. Cook onion and garlic until soft.

Add beef and cook until non raw beef is visible. Add tomato paste and stir to combine. Then add everything else except green onion.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring every now and then. The mixture is ready when it's no longer watery but still ju8icy.

Stir in green onion.

Transfer to a bowl and cool before using (~2 hours).

Dough:

Combine dry ingredients in the bowl of stand mixer equipped with a dough hook. Stir to homogenize.

Add the softened butter and mix until it resembles a coarse meal.

Add water slowly until the dough comes together. It should be soft, pliable, and smooth.

Turn the dough out onto a countertop and divide into 14-16 pieces. Roll each into a ball and cover to prevent them from drying out.

Assemble:

Preheat fryer to 350 degrees.

Flatten each ball into a disc and roll out into a 6" circle.

Sprinkle each circle with cheese, if using. Add 2-3 tbsp of filling, avoiding the edges.

Fold the dough over onto itself so it's a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal, taking care to remove as much air from the inside as possible. Pleat the edges if you're feeling fancy.

Fry the empanadas in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate or rack.

Serve with sauce of choice.

Suggestion for improvised chimichurri: one bunch each of parsley and cilantro, 1 serrano pepper, 1 garlic clove in a blender with 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/2 cup vinegar

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Inspired by: recipetineats and ThermoWorks