Nailed it! | Wednesday, 3rd period

[sharp_man]

"Today we have a recipe to cook that will involve quite a bit of work," Hannibal said. "It is fairly forgiving, but you will have to pay attention. Also we have, through the magic of this shop, managed to make ovens that will halve the baking time, otherwise we could never finish during class. So, be aware of that."

He brought out his own version of the food. "Huntsman pies. They use several kinds of pork, as well as chicken. Meat pies are common to many different cuisines; these are closest to something my husband would recognize. You are free to adjust the spices in some of these," he was looking at you, Vette, "but you must make at least some of them as the recipe specifies. For the rest, you will find some suggestions of variations in the second document on your tablets, or you may search for others."

He waved them toward their stations.

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Re: Class Activity!

[sharp_man]

Hannibal chuckled. "I should tell you that Bingbong is a very respected spice. But yes, that was actually gibberish." He nodded at the spice cabinet. "You can open and smell or taste the spices here, though. And ask if you have questions."

Re: Class Activity!

[chirpchirpchirp]

Vette reached a hand up to rub at the back of her neck, thoughtfully.

"Have I got time to do both? Figure out what I want to make, and then get both pies done?"

Re: Class Activity!

[sharp_man]

"If you hurry, perhaps," Hannibal said. "But if you are willing to stay longer, I will keep the room open for as long as you need it."

Re: Class Activity!

[chirpchirpchirp]

Vette considered that for a few seconds.

"Is there one you'd suggest I try?"

Re: Class Activity!

[sharp_man]

Hannibal thought for a moment, then called up a recipe to show her. "Jamaican versions often have hot peppers in them. Scotch bonnet is one of the hottest still used in human cuisine. And there are enough other flavors it won't be one-note."

Re: Class Activity!

[chirpchirpchirp]

Vette leaned forward, peering at the recipe, looking thoughtful, and then nodding.

"Okay. That'll do. I'll stay late for that."

Re: Class Activity!

[sharp_man]

Hannibal grinned. "And you'll have them all to yourself. I'll taste the standard recipe for your grade."

Re: Class Activity!

[chirpchirpchirp]

"Great, thanks," Vette replied, grinning faintly, and then looking back at the recipe thoughtfully. "I guess we'll see how it goes."