A comfortable, put-together outfit will help you feel more confident than a rumpled, stinky sweatsuit. Wash your laundry frequently and put your clothes away so you always have clean, unwrinkled clothes to wear. You don’t have to dress up, just pick things that make you feel good and that are free of stains or rips. Choose clothes that fit well; they shouldn’t be baggy and shapeless nor should they be constricting and uncomfortable. If you’re going for a natural look, don’t overdo it with tons of flashy jewelry or blinged-out accessories. Stick to simple accessories and limit it to just a few items, like a patterned scarf, simple bracelet, and bright-colored heels. Or, you could choose some dangly earrings, a neutral handbag, and patterned flats.
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One-sentence summary -- Wear clean clothes that fit well. Choose simple accessories.


While a testimonial video isn't a requirement for the application, having one will increase your chances of getting cast onto the show. Being on film will allow the casting directors to get a good sense of how you and your family will appear on the show and will give them a better idea of if your family would help create an interesting episode. If you are sending a physical application, you can send the video on a DVD or flash drive. Casting directors are looking for people and families with personalities. If your family is unique or extraordinary in some way, make sure to play up that aspect. The show demands a level of drama and energetic and unique people can enhance the drama. Don't be shy when answering the questions and make sure to put your personality on the forefront. A major concept of Love It or List It is the idea that one of the homeowners wants to stay in the house while the other wants to move out. This drama helps build tension and emotion within the episode and is what casting directors are looking for. Make sure to play up this aspect, and include it within your application or any testimonial videos that you plan on sending. Stay wholesome and family-oriented, but create a real conflict of opinion about your house. More is better but don't ramble on your application. Put yourself in the show creator's shoes and determine what you'd like to see on the next episode of Love It or List It. When answering the questions on the application, make sure to inject your family's quirky or different personality at all times. The more different you are, the more receptive casting directors will be. Avoid being vague or generic at all times.
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One-sentence summary -- Create an audition video. Be outgoing, energetic, opinionated, and fun. Create a story. Write descriptive answers on your application.


Traditionally, hot dogs are served in a white bun. Though you can use buns straight out of the bag and have no problems, many prefer the sensation of a warm bun when they eat a hot dog. Warming a bun in the microwave is quick and easy — see below:  Open the bun and place it face-down on a paper towel. A plate is OK but is not necessary. Wrap the bun in the paper towel or place a second on top. Microwave on high for 10-15 seconds. Check for a warm, soft texture. If it's not quite warm yet, go an additional 10 seconds. Don't microwave the bun with the hot dog in it. The steam from the hot dog will make the bun soggy. Toasted buns have the warmth of microwaved buns with the added benefit of a crisp, toasty texture. If you have a toaster, toasting hot dog buns is easy — just put them in at the setting you'd normally use for white bread. There are other ways to toast buns as well:  Heat the open bun under a broiler until well-browned. Most modern ovens will have a "broil" setting that also works. Rub the inside of the bun with a little oil and lay it face-down in a hot pan or griddle. Turn occasionally to prevent burning. Hot dogs are great plain, but adding toppings allows you to express your culinary creativity and add flavor to this classic dish. Typically, you'll want to add these condiments after microwaving the hot dog, as cooking  can often affect these toppings' taste and consistency. Just a few topping ideas include:  Ketchup Mustard Mayonnaise Hot pepper sauce (Sriracha, etc.) Cream cheese Chopped onions Pickle relish Bacon While most hot dog condiments are meant to be added cold after the hot dog is finished, a few recipes allow you to cook the hot dog along with its toppings in the microwave. A few are described below:   Cheese dogs: Slit each hotdog lengthwise and place a strip of your preferred cheese inside. Microwave as normal and serve.  Chili dogs: Place hot dogs in a microwave-safe tray and cover with chili. Microwave as normal, allowing a little extra cooking time for the chili. Serve separate from the buns — guests can pick a bun, then add a hot dog and chili from the other dish.  Sauerkraut dogs: Put an uncooked hot dog in a bun and top with sauerkraut. Wrap the entire hot dog in a paper towel and fold the leftover towel underneath. Microwave as normal, allowing an extra 5-10 seconds per frank. The bun will be somewhat soggy, but this texture pairs well with the sauerkraut.
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One-sentence summary -- Consider warming the buns in the microwave. Alternatively, toast the buns. Top hot dogs with your preferred condiments. Consider an "all-in-one" microwave recipe for your hot dog.


Place a medium to large skillet on the stove. Add the butter, then turn the heat to high.  Preheat the skillet until the butter melts. Turn the skillet periodically to evenly distribute the melted butter over the inner surface. You can use olive oil instead of butter for a healthier option. Heat the oil for at least 30 to 60 seconds before continuing. The oil should be hot, but it should not be hot enough to produce smoke. Use kitchen scissors to cut out the backbone of each quail. Push down on the back of the bird, working along the length of the body, until it lies flat. Insert two skewers along the width of each quail to help it remain flat during the cooking process. Each skewer should go through both legs of the quail. Evenly rub both sides of the birds with salt and pepper. Note that you do not need to brush the quails with butter or oil when using this method. There should already be plenty of fat in the skillet. Place both quails, breast-side down, in the hot skillet. Cook them for 4 to 5 minutes or until the breast-side browns. Do not rotate, flip, or otherwise move the quails during this step. They should remain relatively undisturbed so that this side browns well. Use tongs to flip the quails over to their back-sides. Continue cooking for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the birds feel firm and tender. The juices should also run clear.  After flipping them, spoon some of the hot butter or oil over the newly exposed sides of each quail. Do not turn or rotate the birds as they finish cooking. You can, however, spoon additional butter over them to minimize the risk of drying out the meat. Transfer the quails to a serving plate, then pour the pan drippings on top. Allow the meat to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.  Form a loose tent with aluminum foil and place it over the resting quails. Doing so should allow them to retain more heat, so the juices can be redistributed without the meat cooling down too much. Serve the quails with their pan drippings, or prepare a separate wild game sauce. Quails also taste great with lemon juice.
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Melt the butter in a heavy skillet. Spatchcock the quail. Season the quail. Brown one side. Flip and continue cooking. Enjoy.