So It has been a while and I know I was supposed to post a two part blog, but never got around to it. Sorry about that :P. What I will do however is teach you what I have learned in engineering and how I have applied it to real life situations.
So I have recently learned how to preheat liquid without causing it to reach its smoking point or make a smell. The result is very effective and actually not that hard to do.
Materials:
2 Empty and Cleaned Spaghetti Sauce Jar
1 Clementine, Orange, or possibly Tangerine
1 Aluminum, Steal, or Cast-Iron pot
1 Knife
1 Strainer
Directions:
Take the Jar Lid and puncture three holes using your knife. They should be evenly placed. Make sure to puncture from the bottom of the lid out wards.
Next step is to peal your citrus fruit and then possibly consume it. Take the peal pieces and press them into the extrusion from the puncture marks on the top of the lid. Because the citrus peel is porous it will allow hot air to escape and at the same time act very much like a filter.
Now you need to pour the desired amount of liquid and flavoring into the jar and seal it enough that air is not going to directly escape out the sides.
Place the jar in the pot and fill the pot with water such that one third of the jar is submerged. Turn the burner on and allow for the pot to come to a simmer. If you can, increase the heat but do not allow the liquid to begin to boil. Small bubbles are ok.
Let the pot boil for 7 to 24 hours. Refill water as needed.
When done empty the contents of the jar into a strainer and allow the liquid to strain. When you have fully strained the liquid pour it into the second jar or second container and allow to chill for at least half an hour.
At this point you will have some great liquid with endless possibilities and remember to always have the proper safety equipment.
Yours Truly,
Ben
