Resist The Urge To Be That Guy

At one point in my life I oggled recipe sites like teenage boys oggle porn.  I fantasized about long moments with these dishes, how they would tickle my senses and ultimately leave me with a deep sense of satisfaction.  Most of the time they did, especially if I followed the advice of those who had come before me.  The war weary culinary veterans who had fought the battle, who had dirtied pots, pans and hands.  Those who had come out sated or disappointed on the other side.

Unfortunately, as anyone who has looked at a recipe site can attest to, there are often reviews that are utterly insipid and petulant.  If I ever start to have faith in the intelligence of my fellow human beings all I need do is
peruse these reviews (or go to Walmart) to realize that my faith has been utterly misplaced.  It is astounding how many ratings begin with a litany of changes (often unnecessary) and end with a full on bashing.  If you look at the recipe I posted last week, though it was done in jest, that comment was spot on...