jymbee
Senior Member
Unbelievable. It seems spammers have gone all in with AI tools spewing our zillions of junk emails each with a subject along the lines of the below which is just a few I've received in 2 days, each urging an immediate response:
.rtpbolaslotwin.xxx/reportstorydesk/3vnj7808a6
yourmatchgo.xxx/prime_storyline/core_anchor/mmqcajjx/nodehub
bluehomeq.xxx/roundupdesk_feed/chapter/lvlzkvz65vv
Spammers probably use AI tools to capture hundreds, even thousands of domain names to use for their junk mailings. But wait, it gets even more bizarre. Below is the main part of the text in an email urging me to hurry and claim my Harbor Freight "reward". Many others with similar chatty type meaningless content:
Yes the pasta sauce really does benefit from a longer simmer time. I usually let mine go for at least an hour on low heat. The herbs need time to release their flavors into the sauce. Fresh basil and oregano work best in my experience. You can use dried herbs but add them earlier in the cooking process. A pinch of sugar helps balance the acidity from the canned tomatoes. San Marzano tomatoes are my preference because they are naturally sweeter and have a meatier texture. You can find them in most grocery stores. For the meat I like using a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage. Brown the meat in batches so you do not crowd the pan. Drain off the excess fat before adding the meat to the sauce. A splash of red wine added halfway through cooking rounds out the flavors. Do not forget to salt your pasta water generously. Reserve a cup of the pasta water before draining and add a little to the sauce if needed. I also recommend letting the sauce rest for a few minutes before serving.
The acidity really mellows out after a longer simmer and the herbs become more aromatic. If the sauce gets too thick just add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up. Fresh Parmesan on top makes a big difference too.
The bookshelf is coming along nicely but it is taking more time than I initially expected. The solid oak construction made it worth the effort though. I started by sanding with 80 grit to strip the old finish and worked up to 220 grit for a smooth surface. The key is to sand in the direction of the grain to avoid scratches. After sanding I applied a wood conditioner to prepare the surface for staining. Dark walnut was the color I chose because it complements the other furniture in the room. Two coats of stain have been applied so far and the third will go on tomorrow. I am using a satin polyurethane for the topcoat. The brass handles cleaned up nicely with a vinegar and baking soda solution. They have a warm patina now that matches the dark walnut stain. I am planning to install the hardware once the sealant has fully cured.
The whole project should be finished by next weekend. I am pleased with how the color turned out and the satin finish gives it a subtle sheen without being too glossy. Next time I might try a different wood conditioner to see if it helps the stain penetrate more evenly. Overall this has been a rewarding project.
- Sam's sending you 100.00 plus 12 monthly membership
- It's Expiration Day For Your +457.OO ExtraCare Points
- Thank You for Your Costco Shopping, Meat Box Special Inside
- Your Courtesy Road Kit from AAA Will Arrive Shortly
- Today Walmart turns your points into a 1OO cardRe: Your Costco Membership Has Lapsed - Options Inside
- You Are Getting a Cheesecake Factory Voucher for 4
- You have until tomorrow to view points to avoid losing them
- etc. etc. etc. etc.
.rtpbolaslotwin.xxx/reportstorydesk/3vnj7808a6
yourmatchgo.xxx/prime_storyline/core_anchor/mmqcajjx/nodehub
bluehomeq.xxx/roundupdesk_feed/chapter/lvlzkvz65vv
Spammers probably use AI tools to capture hundreds, even thousands of domain names to use for their junk mailings. But wait, it gets even more bizarre. Below is the main part of the text in an email urging me to hurry and claim my Harbor Freight "reward". Many others with similar chatty type meaningless content:
Yes the pasta sauce really does benefit from a longer simmer time. I usually let mine go for at least an hour on low heat. The herbs need time to release their flavors into the sauce. Fresh basil and oregano work best in my experience. You can use dried herbs but add them earlier in the cooking process. A pinch of sugar helps balance the acidity from the canned tomatoes. San Marzano tomatoes are my preference because they are naturally sweeter and have a meatier texture. You can find them in most grocery stores. For the meat I like using a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage. Brown the meat in batches so you do not crowd the pan. Drain off the excess fat before adding the meat to the sauce. A splash of red wine added halfway through cooking rounds out the flavors. Do not forget to salt your pasta water generously. Reserve a cup of the pasta water before draining and add a little to the sauce if needed. I also recommend letting the sauce rest for a few minutes before serving.
The acidity really mellows out after a longer simmer and the herbs become more aromatic. If the sauce gets too thick just add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up. Fresh Parmesan on top makes a big difference too.
The bookshelf is coming along nicely but it is taking more time than I initially expected. The solid oak construction made it worth the effort though. I started by sanding with 80 grit to strip the old finish and worked up to 220 grit for a smooth surface. The key is to sand in the direction of the grain to avoid scratches. After sanding I applied a wood conditioner to prepare the surface for staining. Dark walnut was the color I chose because it complements the other furniture in the room. Two coats of stain have been applied so far and the third will go on tomorrow. I am using a satin polyurethane for the topcoat. The brass handles cleaned up nicely with a vinegar and baking soda solution. They have a warm patina now that matches the dark walnut stain. I am planning to install the hardware once the sealant has fully cured.
The whole project should be finished by next weekend. I am pleased with how the color turned out and the satin finish gives it a subtle sheen without being too glossy. Next time I might try a different wood conditioner to see if it helps the stain penetrate more evenly. Overall this has been a rewarding project.
