INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Cut the brick of Velveeta cheese into cubes that are roughly 1/2-inch to 1-inch (1.25 to 2.5 cm) around.  Cut the Velveeta into evenly sized pieces to make sure that it melts down at an even pace. Smaller cubes will melt faster than large cubes. Fill the bottom half of a double boiler with 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.6 cm) of water. Place this portion on the stove and heat it on medium-high for a couple of minutes, or until the water starts to boil.  If you do not have a double boiler, use a large saucepan for the bottom portion and a stainless steel bowl capable of resting around the mouth of the saucepan for the top portion. Make sure that the water level is not high enough to touch the top half of your double boiler. After the water boils, you should reduce the heat as needed to keep the water at a steady simmer. Add the butter to the top half of the double boiler and place the top half over the bottom. Stir the butter using a wooden mixing spoon, heating it indirectly until it melts down completely and spreads over the bottom of the pan. The butter is not strictly essential for this method, but it is still strongly recommended since it gives the Velveeta an extra layer of protection against the heat and helps prevent the cheese product from burning. Toss the cubes of Velveeta into the top part of the double boiler, as well. Mix them continuously with your mixing spoon until they melt down into a thick, creamy sauce.  Note that you do not need to add milk to this version, so the resulting sauce will be thicker than the melted cheese sauce produced by the saucepan method. You still need to stir the cheese continually as it melts to make sure that it does not burn or otherwise melt unevenly. If you let the melted Velveeta sit out at room temperature for too long, it can start to solidify again. It is best to use the Velveeta cheese while it is still warm and freshly melted.

SUMMARY: Cut the Velveeta cheese into cubes. Boil water in the bottom part of a double boiler. Melt the butter in the top part of the double boiler. Add and melt the cheese. Serve warm.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: While bacon is traditionally fried, sometimes frying just isn't an option either due to time constraints or lack of equipment. Fortunately, there are different methods of cooking bacon. This section will show you how to cook bacon using a microwave, an oven, and a grill. . Place a few strips of bacon on a paper towel-covered plate, then cover the bacon with another sheet of paper towel. Place the plate in the microwave and cook it for 1 minute. Be sure to watch your bacon, as every microwave is different and your bacon may be finished sooner. The more paper towers you cover the plate with, the more fat the paper will soak up. This will give you crispier bacon. . Cover a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack over it. Arrange the bacon on the wire rack and place everything into a cold oven. Turn the oven on and set the temperature to 400°F (205°C). Let the bacon cook for about 20 minutes. For crisper bacon, increase the baking time by a few more minutes.  Consider flipping your bacon. Bake the bacon for 12 to 15 minutes, then flip it over. Let it cook for 10 more minutes.  Placing the bacon on a wire rack will allow the excess fat to drip down and not puddle around the bacon. It will allow the hot air in the oven to circulate around the bacon and cook it evenly. Placing the bacon in a cold, oven, without preheating it first, gives you flatter bacon and prevents shrinking. . Start up your grill and set it to medium heat. When the grill is hot, arrange the bacon on the rack. Wait until the bacon starts to turn crispy and golden, then flip it over and let it cook some more. This will take 5 to 7 minutes.

SUMMARY: Consider other cooking methods. Cook the bacon in a microwave Bake bacon in the oven Cook the bacon over a grill


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Softball is a game of repetition and mental toughness. To become better, it's practice, practice, practice. Softball is all about the rules. Make sure you know the rules, because with knowing the rules, the steps of becoming a better softball player will be much easier.

SUMMARY: Know what the game is about.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: For a scarf to work with a sundress, it should be made of a light fabric, like cotton or silk. (Do not, under any circumstances, pair a thick, woolen winter scarf with a sundress.) Unless you live in Alaska or someplace else where it snows in the summer, try to avoid wearing a bulky jacket over your sundress. Long or short necklaces and bangle bracelets look great with sundresses, and chandelier or feather earrings plus a ballerina bun is an especially good combination. Obviously they won't be of much assistance if it's cloudy outside, but on sunny days they can be a real asset (fashionably and for the health of your eyes). If you've got a multi-colored patterned sundress on, pick your favorite color out of the design and find a polish that matches. Brush on a couple of coats and you're good to go! Flip-flops, flats, and even ankle boots will work, but never wear running shoes or Uggs; they're just too clunky for the streamlined summer look you want to achieve. You don't want to look unseasonably dark, but you could put on some mascara and foundation if your skin's a little blotchy. Add eyeshadow and lip gloss too, but remember, nothing too dramatic. Loose curls, pulled back, fishtail braid, whatever you're in the mood for--it'll make your full outfit look that much better. You might get tired of your scarf or sunglasses later in the day, and if it's especially hot you'll want to have sunscreen, chapstick, water, etc.

SUMMARY:
Throw a scarf over your shoulders for a fun addition to your outfit. If you think it might get chilly, put on a cardigan. Add some jewelry to embellish your ensemble. Wear sunglasses. Paint your nails so that they complement your sundress. Pick out shoes to go with your sundress. Do your makeup with care. Style your hair. Take along a purse or other bag, just in case.