INPUT ARTICLE: Article: There is no need to use any heat just yet. Do not pour it in all at once. Instead, slowly pour it into the mixture while you stir with a whisk. If you don't have any half-and-half, you can use heavy cream instead If you have not already done so, separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Discard the whites, or save them for another recipe. Stir the mixture until the yolks break.  If you have an egg separator, use that. Another way to separate yolks from whites is to crack open an egg and pass the yolk between the two shell halves over a bowl. The whites will drain into the bowl and the yolks will stay in the shells. Keep stirring until everything is mixed together, and there are no streaks, swirls, or clumps. This will take about 5 to 10 minutes. Be sure to stir constantly, and do not try to rush through it by turning the heat up. After about 5 to 10 minutes, the mixture will look a little bit like pudding that has not yet set. Place a fine, mesh strainer over another medium sized saucepan. Pour the mixture through the strainer and discard and lumps or curdles. Stir often until the mixture has cooled slightly. Your pie filling is now done and ready to use. Don't worry if it looks a little thin. You will need to refrigerate the entire pie after you put it together. This will "set" the filling and make it thicker.

SUMMARY: Mix the sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in the half-and-half. Separate the egg yolks from the whites, and stir them in. Add the milk last, and stir once more. Cook the mixture over medium-low to medium heat until it thickens. Remove the saucepan from heat, and strain the mixture if you want a smoother filling. Stir in the butter and vanilla and let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Turning your body towards his is a welcoming and friendly gesture, and can warm a person up to us without them even realizing you’re doing anything. When you speak to him, make sure your legs are pointing towards him. If you’re in a chair, swivel your body so you’re facing him. If you’re standing in a circle and he approaches, turn your body so that it’s angled toward him. Try to keep your body angled toward wherever he is. Don’t make a spectacle of yourself turning your body towards him. Keep it subtle and natural. Happiness is an incredibly attractive feature, and a big smile is sure to catch his eye. You don’t have to plaster a giant grin on your face, but try to smile as much as you possibly can in his presence. When your teacher makes a small joke, when your friend asks to borrow a pencil, whenever. Just show him that you’re a happy, upbeat person.  Fake smiles are pretty easy to spot, so make your smile look genuine and real by thinking of something funny or happy. You don't need to smile 24/7 like a Barbie, but flashing an authentic smile whenever something makes you happy is a great idea. No, you don’t need to give him a giant kiss on the cheek when you say hello or rub his back while he’s doing homework. Instead, find ways to casually touch him. When he makes a joke, brush his arm while you laugh.  For example, you can tap his shoulder if you need get his attention. If he’s passing a paper to you, graze his hand when you take it. Don’t be overly aggressive. The smallest physical contact can get a guy’s attention. This is a subtle little trick to make you seem interested and likable to your crush. Again, it’s a simple way to make him feel connected and welcomed by you. Watch his body language, and mimic it. If he leans towards you, lean into him. If he leans up against a locker, lean up against a locker. If he runs a hand through his hair, wait a few seconds, then do the same. It’s really simple, and it’s really effective. Be sure to allow a 3 to 4-second delay before mirroring his action. You don't want to literally mime him—that will look more strange than endearing.

SUMMARY: Face him. Smile. Make physical contact when appropriate. Mirror him.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The sublimation of dry ice to carbon dioxide will cause the container to expand and possibly explode.  Dry ice can cause a violent eruption if packed too tightly.  Some people have been brought up on felony criminal charges for purposely confining dry ice until it explodes, creating a dry ice "bomb." Don't store dry ice in metal or glass containers, as an explosion can create shrapnel which can cause cuts or other serious injuries. The carbon dioxide from the dry ice will gradually begin to replace oxygen and can cause suffocation if breathed exclusively. Air out storage areas that have previously housed dry ice before entering. Even though no one may be around, spills and other accidents can occur if not under strict supervision. Don't leave dry ice on tiled or solid surfaced counter tops as the extreme cold could crack it. You will likely freeze the water in the pipes and may even cause them to rupture. The extreme compactness of a pipe will also cause dry ice to expand quicker and may cause an explosion.

SUMMARY: Do not store dry ice in a completely airtight container. Avoid keeping dry ice in cellars, basements, cars, or other poorly ventilated areas. Try not to leave dry ice unattended. Do not dispose of dry ice in the sewer, sink, toilet, or garbage disposal.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Eggs are an essential foodstuff for any hangover cure repertoire. They contain an amino acid called cysteine, which soaks up the toxins introduced to your body by alcohol. Eat a few egg whites and soon enough you'll begin feeling back to normal. Fry or scramble them; it doesn't matter how you prepare your eggs, as long as they are cooked. An urban myth says to drink a couple raw eggs after a night out on the town. The slimy factor mixed with the ever-present danger of salmonella make this myth simply that — a myth. Your first inclination may be to eat a heavy, greasy cheeseburger. Don't do it. Eat something light like crackers or toast. Both contain sodium— something your body needs to work properly and something that alcohol consumption tends to reduce. Since you urinate more when you drink heavily, your body is losing its precious potassium. Lower potassium levels lead to lethargy, nausea, and weakness. Bananas and kiwis are great sources of potassium. Baked potatoes, leafy greens, apricots, and mushrooms are also loaded with potassium. Consider chasing that last drink with a banana to lessen the effects of alcohol. Bouillon, chicken noodle, and miso soups are great soup options for a number of reasons. They all contain many nutrients your body needs to overcome a hangover and the nauseating effects of alcohol. Sodium, cysteine, and the rehydrating power of water and broth will help you immensely.

SUMMARY:
Eat some eggs. Eat some crackers or toast. Eat foods rich in potassium, like bananas. Eat soups rich with nutrients.