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		Tepix on May 23, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Why do recipe writers lie about how long it takes ... I thought it was me because i don't cook often and feel like i'm slow. I routinely need 45 minutes for 15 minute recipes. The food tastes good, however.

teekert on May 23, 2023 [–]

It does taste good (omg that Turkish pizza), and I picked up some techniques and changed some ingredients here and there, left out some things.

I feel that 15 min is only feasible with everything ready within (fast moving) arms reach and all cutting done by a food processor...

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