Jason F

@burnallthings.bsky.social

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Legal arsonist, triathlete, cat dad. #bikedc

Two bicycles (Pinarello road bike and a Felt triathlon bike) on a bed in a hotel room.
Composite image showing left to right Dr Zoidberg from Futurama, Dr. Kreiger from Archer, and Dr. Hibbert from the Simpsons.
Output of Gemini when asked to design a Scalzi burrito. Alright, let's dive into the wonderfully weird world of a Scalzi-inspired burrito. The key here is to embrace the unexpected, the slightly unsettling, and perhaps even the questionable combination of flavors and textures. Remember, there are no rules in a Scalzi burrito, only suggestions of delicious (or terrifying) possibilities. Here's a recipe that attempts to capture that spirit: The "Redshirts on Rye" Burrito This burrito takes inspiration from John Scalzi's sci-fi work, particularly Redshirts, and throws in a curveball ingredient for good measure. Yields: 1 gloriously strange burrito Prep time: 15 minutes (mostly gathering ingredients) Cook time: 5-10 minutes (for heating) Ingredients: 1 large flour tortilla (the bigger, the more… contained the chaos) Leftover sliced deli rye bread (about 2-3 slices, torn or cubed) - Our unexpected element, providing a chewy, slightly sour counterpoint. 1/2 cup leftover pulled pork with a tangy barbecue sauce - A nod to comfort food, but with a kick. 1/4 cup cottage cheese - For that creamy, slightly lumpy texture that keeps things interesting. 2 tablespoons kimchi, chopped - A burst of fermented, spicy goodness to cut through the richness. 1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter - Because why not? It adds a nutty, slightly sweet, and undeniably odd element. A few slices of dill pickle, chopped - For a briny, crunchy surprise. A sprinkle of crushed potato chips (plain or sour cream & onion work well) - Texture is key! Optional: A dash of your favorite hot sauce, because even in weirdness, there can be heat.
A sunny winter day. A blue Quintana Roo triathlon bike leaning up against a wooden fence at the entrace to a green tressle bridge where a paved trail crosses the Little Miami River.
Pile of hand grenades
Disney+ add for Doctor Who showing Ncuti Gatwa playing Dr. Who in a leather coat in front of a graphic spiral motiff evoking the opening credits
9x12 baking dish with Mac and Cheese.