Whats the timing to microwave my Hot Pocket just right?
@SmirkyCS14 күн бұрын
Microwaving a Hot Pocket to perfection requires a nuanced understanding of microwave wattage, Hot Pocket type, and personal preference for doneness. Here’s a detailed exploration of the factors involved and a step-by-step guide to achieve the ideal outcome. Factors Affecting Microwave Timing ----------------------------------------------------------- 1. Microwave Wattage: Microwaves come in various wattages, typically ranging from 600 watts to 1200 watts or more. Higher wattage microwaves cook food faster and more evenly. 2. Hot Pocket Type: Different varieties of Hot Pockets (e.g., ham and cheese, pepperoni pizza, beef taco) have varying ingredients, densities, and moisture content, affecting the cooking time. 3. Frozen vs. Thawed: Whether the Hot Pocket is fully frozen or partially thawed impacts the cooking duration. 4. Microwave Turntable: Microwaves with a rotating turntable tend to cook food more evenly compared to those without. 5. Personal Preference: Some people prefer their Hot Pockets slightly crispy, while others like them softer and more doughy. Step-by-Step Guide to Microwaving a Hot Pocket ----------------------------------------------------------- Step 1: Check the Microwave Wattage First, determine the wattage of your microwave. This information is usually found on a label inside the microwave door or in the user manual. If it’s not readily available, you can estimate based on cooking times of other common items (e.g., popcorn). Step 2: Understand the Cooking Instructions Refer to the packaging of the Hot Pocket for the manufacturer’s recommended cooking times based on different wattages. For example, a typical instruction might read: For 1100-watt microwave: Cook on high for 2 minutes. For 700-watt microwave: Cook on high for 3 minutes, 10 seconds. These instructions serve as a starting point. Step 3: Adjust for Microwave Turntable If your microwave does not have a rotating turntable, you may need to stop halfway through the cooking process to rotate the Hot Pocket 180 degrees. This ensures more even heating. Step 4: Frozen vs. Thawed If your Hot Pocket is partially thawed, reduce the recommended cooking time by about 30 seconds to 1 minute to avoid overcooking. Step 5: Cooking Process Prepare the Hot Pocket: Remove the Hot Pocket from the packaging and place it in the crisping sleeve provided. The sleeve helps achieve a crispy outer texture. Place in Microwave: Put the Hot Pocket (in its sleeve) on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on High: Use the microwave on high setting based on the wattage-adjusted time from the instructions. For example: In a 1000-watt microwave, start with the manufacturer’s 2-minute recommendation. For a 700-watt microwave, use the 3 minutes, 10 seconds guideline, but consider checking after 3 minutes. Pause and Rotate: If your microwave lacks a turntable, pause halfway through the cooking time to rotate the Hot Pocket for even cooking. Step 6: Check for Doneness After the initial cooking time, check the Hot Pocket for doneness: Carefully feel the outer edges of the Hot Pocket. They should be hot to the touch. Gently press on the center to see if it’s adequately heated. Step 7: Additional Time if Needed If the center is still cold or not sufficiently hot, microwave in additional 15-30 second increments. Each microwave varies, so adjust based on how the Hot Pocket feels and your personal preference. Step 8: Let it Sit Once the Hot Pocket is fully cooked, let it sit in the microwave for about 1-2 minutes. This resting period allows the heat to distribute evenly and ensures the filling is not too hot when you bite into it.
@SmirkyCS14 күн бұрын
Or just toast it lol
@danielzndanis16 күн бұрын
Hi @SmirkyCS this is an awesome content and helps a lot! Just as a suggestion, instead of having the time for how long does it take to meet, would be more useful if you stamp what time in the round you would meet, lets say at 1:47 of the round you will meet at certain position.
@SmirkyCS16 күн бұрын
I have added those times already in the video towards the end of each map
@RichardJames-ji6mt16 күн бұрын
its funny to see "word.exe" when he mentioned "good aim" in 25:40😜
@SmirkyCS16 күн бұрын
haha glad someone noticed
@user-tb9ln2ks1b17 күн бұрын
very nice bro thx!
@wraethcs218 күн бұрын
Cheers man, such a chill video
@aleyzr18 күн бұрын
Good video man!
@SmirkyCS18 күн бұрын
Appreciate it
@mdma133718 күн бұрын
very nice ty +great music
@Xsquishi318 күн бұрын
you are the goat bro, awesome video for new players
@SmirkyCS18 күн бұрын
❤
@bobbobhouse31219 күн бұрын
new player here from valorant and i definitely needed this the alternative is playing a shit load of games to learn this but i have cs vets like you to thank for catching me up thank you
@SmirkyCS18 күн бұрын
All good mate
@bevve28919 күн бұрын
:* glad to help
@helix395519 күн бұрын
Appreciate it!
@shadamsambega850719 күн бұрын
video idea : best spawn on t and ct side for awp picks in every map
@rmw942019 күн бұрын
this would be awesome
@SmirkyCS18 күн бұрын
I wont do a video similar to this but I have done other videos showing a bunch of different AWP peeks on different maps (CT and T side) Havent done any for CS2 but I will probably soon Maybe my next vid idk
As of the video its not recommend to purchase a knife if you do live in the UK I have added a disclaimer underneath a the link. Just to be safe since UK laws are a bit shakey atm but ill update you if I hear anything nice1 for asking
@albertrussa104829 күн бұрын
good shit boy. Fast as fuck
@SmirkyCS29 күн бұрын
This video took me 4 weeks to make 😅 Not very fast 😭😭
@Wasserschwein12329 күн бұрын
just noticed how smart karrigan really is
@SmirkyCS29 күн бұрын
yeah hes been playing for a lil bit
@clementrazer677529 күн бұрын
Banger
@SmirkyCS29 күн бұрын
Appreciate it <3
@st4cchu129 күн бұрын
your channel should be top 5 in the whole CS scene
@SmirkyCS29 күн бұрын
Maybe one day with enough quality <3
@jR-NASTYАй бұрын
Please can we get an updated cs2 one😢 love your videos man! ❤
Same on nuke with all the ct rotations? Ithink we all need it
@SmirkyCSАй бұрын
Currently in progress and is the reason why I haven't uploaded in a while, taking a lot of time
@albertrussa1048Ай бұрын
Good videos need work. Take your time
@MinodrecАй бұрын
Anicnet - Mest Bap !
@Pav-ProAgressiVeАй бұрын
This timings are very bad. Seconds are not accurate. GG
@kurisey8020Ай бұрын
Smirky, man. Still waiting on that CS2 Meeting points FOR EVERY MAP (2024) update video. Tried to jump from Sniper Nest to Cat Walk yesterday. I don't think it's possible anymore? Anyways, can we have that video made?
@SmirkyCSАй бұрын
That video made but it was before the spawn changes and the timer on screen is a bit missed up kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h614Y72bxM69mJs.htmlsi=rv22MpzGZgQG5B0X I am currently working on a big project on my channel that is taking a lot of time Ill probably look to re-do the meeting points in a few months
@kurisey8020Ай бұрын
@@SmirkyCS that's why I said 'update video'
@o0o-xilef-o0oАй бұрын
w vid, in-depth unlike others
@verzinsky-9652 ай бұрын
thanks for vid
@SmirkyCS2 ай бұрын
nw
@NadesOutHere2 ай бұрын
W STRAT
@SmirkyCS2 ай бұрын
🔥
@coloassalchips2 ай бұрын
Yo love this! You actually made a vid on ct side mirage, Im gonna show this to my team