diff --git a/orderedrecipes.tex b/orderedrecipes.tex
index 47357d0..593b2ee 100644
--- a/orderedrecipes.tex
+++ b/orderedrecipes.tex
@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@
 	\input{recipes/FirecrackerMeatballs.tex}
 	\input{recipes/SalmonGnocchi.tex}
 	\input{recipes/TexasCaviar.tex}
-	%\input{recipes/TurkeyBurgers.tex}
+	%\input{recipes/TurkeyBurgers.tex}  not complete
 
 \newpage
 \part{Desserts}
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@
 	\input{recipes/CoffeeCakeCookies.tex}
 	\input{recipes/DatePinwheels.tex}
 	\input{recipes/FudgyBrownies42.tex}
-	\input{recipes/TollHouseCCC.tex}
+	%\input{recipes/TollHouseCCC.tex}   we have better recipes
 	\input{recipes/Lembas.tex}
 
 \newpage
diff --git a/recipes/BBDblChocChip.tex b/recipes/BBDblChocChip.tex
index 6969af1..aee47e0 100644
--- a/recipes/BBDblChocChip.tex
+++ b/recipes/BBDblChocChip.tex
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@
 \begin{step}
 	\cutext{1/2}{cup} salted butter
 \method
-Brown butter. Add butter to a saucepan on med-high heat. Allow to melt and slightly brown (\~5 mins). Remove from heat and pour into a bowl. Allow to cool slightly.
+Brown butter. Add butter to a saucepan on med-high heat. Allow to melt and slightly brown ($\sim$ 5 mins). Remove from heat and pour into a bowl. Allow to cool slightly.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
@@ -51,13 +51,13 @@ Add chocolate chips, fold until everly dispersed. Cookie dough will be \textit{t
 
 \begin{step}
 \method
-Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill for at least \cutext{1 - 2}{h} or up to \cutext{24}{h}.
+Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill for at least \cutext{1--2}{h} or up to \cutext{24}{h}.
 
-Once ready to bake remove from fridge and let sit \cunum{20 - 25}{min} so dough is easier to scoop. Preheat oven to \cunum{350}{F}.
+Once ready to bake remove from fridge and let sit \cunum{20--25}{min} so dough is easier to scoop. Preheat oven to \cunum{350}{F}.
 
 Use a large cookie scoop to scoop dough onto a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. Space them \cunum{2}{in} apart.
 
-Bake for \cutext{11 - 14}{min} until edges are set and middle looks soft.
+Bake for \cutext{11--14}{min} until edges are set and middle looks soft.
 
 At \cutext{9}{min}, if cookies aren't spreading remove from oven, lightly smack pan on counter 4-5 times to flatten a little.
 
diff --git a/recipes/ChickenBLTPastaSalad.tex b/recipes/ChickenBLTPastaSalad.tex
index 2135ebc..25c830c 100644
--- a/recipes/ChickenBLTPastaSalad.tex
+++ b/recipes/ChickenBLTPastaSalad.tex
@@ -6,33 +6,33 @@
 %\dishother{\glutenfree} %  if you need more than one of the dish types? puts it in the other corner
 
 \begin{step}
-    \cutext{2}{lbs} chicken breast (weighed raw)
+    \cutext{2}{lb} chicken breast (weighed raw)
 \method
 	Cook as desired, dice afterwards.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
-    \cutext{225}{g} bowtie pasta
+    \cunum{225}{g} bowtie pasta
 \method
 	Cook until al dente while chicken cooks.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
-    \cutext{225}{g} romaine lettuce
-    \cutext{150}{g} grape tomatoes
+    \cunum{225}{g} romaine lettuce
+    \cunum{150}{g} grape tomatoes
     5 slices bacon
-    \cutext{15}{g} parmesan cheese (grated)
+    \cunum{15}{g} parmesan cheese (grated)
 \method
 	Add to bowl with chicken and pasta.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
-    1 medium avocado (\cutext[oz=g]{4.5}{oz})
-    \cutext{113}{g} plain non-fat greek yoghurt
-    \cutext{60}{g} water
+    1 medium avocado (\cunum[oz=g]{4.5}{oz})
+    \cunum{113}{g} plain non-fat greek yoghurt
+    \cunum{60}{g} water
     big pinch of salt
     3 cloves garlic
-    \cutext{15}{g} cilantro
+    \cunum{15}{g} cilantro
 \method
 	Blend until smooth and add to bowl with other ingredients. Toss well.
 \end{step}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/recipes/ChickenSliders.tex b/recipes/ChickenSliders.tex
index 0a612a4..a7fec5d 100644
--- a/recipes/ChickenSliders.tex
+++ b/recipes/ChickenSliders.tex
@@ -1,4 +1,4 @@
-\recipe[Found on the internet. One of the first recipes I made for David at my first Apt. on Maple.]{Chicken Sliders}[Prepare skillet for frying chicken, preheat oven to 350°F.]
+\recipe[Found on the internet. One of the first recipes I made for David at my first Apt. on Maple.]{Chicken Sliders}[Prepare skillet for frying chicken, preheat oven to \cunum{350}{F}.]
 \serves{12}
 \preptime{45 minutes}
 \cooktime{20 minutes}
diff --git a/recipes/DatePinwheels.tex b/recipes/DatePinwheels.tex
index 4149781..f235a3c 100644
--- a/recipes/DatePinwheels.tex
+++ b/recipes/DatePinwheels.tex
@@ -6,20 +6,12 @@
 
 \begin{step}   %  TL=teaspoon, EL=Tablespoon
 	\cutext{500}{g} cut \& pitted dates
-	\cutext{2/3}{cup} sugar (\cunum{?}{g})
-	\cutext{2/3}{cup} water (\cunum{?}{g})
+	\cutext{2/3}{cup} sugar (\cunum{132}{g})
+	\cutext{2/3}{cup} water (\cunum{152}{g})
 
-	
-	Cream:
-		1c brown sugar
-		1c white sugar
-		3 eggs
-
-	add 4c flour, 1TL baking soda, 1TL vanilla, 1/4 TL salt
-		
 \method
 	Cook until thick, stirring so it doesn't burn.
-	
+
 	Use immersion blender to get smooth and let cool before spreading on dough.
 \end{step}
 
@@ -27,9 +19,6 @@
 	\cutext{1}{cup} brown sugar
 	\cutext{1}{cup} white sugar
 	3 eggs
-
-	add 4c flour, 1TL baking soda, 1TL vanilla, 1/4 TL salt
-		
 \method
 	Cream together
 \end{step}
@@ -39,11 +28,14 @@
 	\cutext{1}{TL} baking soda
 	\cutext{1}{TL} vanilla extract
 	\cutext{1/4}{TL} salt
-		
 \method
 	Add to creamed sugars.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}\method
-Divide dough in 1/2. Roll 1/2 in thick & spread with date filling. Cut in 1/2 the long way. Roll starting with long side. Refrigerate overnight or freeze. Bake at 350 for 10--12 min after slicing, let cool on sheet until firm.
+Divide dough in half. Roll out until \cunum{1/2}{in} thick and spread with date filling.
+
+Cut in half the long way. Roll up starting with long side.
+
+Refrigerate overnight or freeze. Bake at \cunum{350}{F} for \cunum{10--12}{min} after slicing and let cool on sheet until firm.
 \end{step}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/recipes/FauxLeftoverRice.tex b/recipes/FauxLeftoverRice.tex
index 78fe676..f1a5c6b 100644
--- a/recipes/FauxLeftoverRice.tex
+++ b/recipes/FauxLeftoverRice.tex
@@ -1,22 +1,19 @@
 \recipe{Faux Leftover Rice}[This rice is your ticket to making fried rice at (nearly) a moment's notice. Makes 6 cups.]
 %\serves{6-8}
 \preptime{\cutext{5}{min}}
-\cooktime{\cutext{1}{hr}}
+\cooktime{\cutext{1}{h}}
 \dishtype{\vegetarian}   %  options: vegetarian, glutenfree, freeze
 
 \begin{step}
 	\cutext{2}{cup} jasmine or other long-grain white rice
-	\cutext{2}{EL} vegetable oil
-	\cunum{630}{ml} water
 \method
 	Rinse rice under cold running water until water runs clear.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
 	\cutext{2}{EL} vegetable oil
-	\cunum{630}{ml} water
 \method
-	Heat in large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add rice and stir to coat grains of rice with oil, about \cutext{30}{sec}.
+	Heat in large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add rice and stir to coat grains of rice with oil, about \cutext{30}{s}.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
@@ -31,9 +28,7 @@
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
-    dish towel
 \method
-    Off heat, remove lid and place dish towel folded in half over saucepan; replace lid. Let stand until rice is just tender, about \cutext{8}{min}.
-
+    Off heat, remove lid and place dish towel folded in half over saucepan; replace lid. Let stand until rice is just tender, about \cutext{8}{min}.\\
     Spread cooked rice onto rimmed baking sheet and let cool on wire rack for \cutext{10}{min}. Transfer sheet to refrigerator and let rice chill for \cutext{20}{min}.
 \end{step}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/recipes/FirecrackerMeatballs.tex b/recipes/FirecrackerMeatballs.tex
index 8baf375..e865e6d 100644
--- a/recipes/FirecrackerMeatballs.tex
+++ b/recipes/FirecrackerMeatballs.tex
@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@
 %\dishtype{\mealprep}
 
 \begin{step}
-%  \cunum doesn't work, otherwise I'd use it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
+%  \cunum doesn't work, otherwise I'd use it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯     todo: try out the automagic recipe scaling? copy from BerrySmoothies
 	2/\textcolor{orange}{4}/\textcolor{brown}{6} scallions
 	1/\textcolor{brown}{2} ginger thumb
 \method
@@ -25,6 +25,7 @@
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
+%  \cunum doesn't work inside \textcolor, otherwise I'd use it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
 	\cutext{3/4}{cup}/\textcolor{orange}{1½}/\textcolor{brown}{2¼} water
 	\cutext{1}{pn} salt
 	\cutext{1/2}{cup}/\textcolor{orange}{1}/\textcolor{brown}{1½} rice
diff --git a/recipes/FluffierPancakes.tex b/recipes/FluffierPancakes.tex
index 04ad6e7..7af79be 100644
--- a/recipes/FluffierPancakes.tex
+++ b/recipes/FluffierPancakes.tex
@@ -2,38 +2,36 @@
 %\serves{16}
 \preptime{\cutext{15}{min}}
 \cooktime{\cutext{10}{min}}
-\dishtype{\freeze}   %  options: vegetarian, glutenfree, freeze
-%\dishother{\glutenfree} %  if you need more than one of the dish types? puts it in the other corner
+\dishtype{\freeze}
 
-\begin{step}   %  TL=teaspoon, EL=Tablespoon
+\begin{step}
 	\cutext{2}{cup} AP flour
 	\cutext{3}{EL} sugar
 	\cutext{4}{TL} baking powder
-	\cutext{0.5}{TL} baking soda
+	\cutext{1/2}{TL} baking soda
 	\cutext{1}{TL} table salt
 \method
 	Whisk together in large bowl.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
-    2 large eggs
-	\cutext{0.25}{cup} vegetable oil
-	\cutext{1.5}{cup} milk
-	\cutext{0.5}{TL} vanilla extract
+	 2 large eggs
+	\cutext{1/4}{cup} vegetable oil
+	\cutext{1_1/2}{cup} milk
+	\cutext{1/2}{TL} vanilla extract
 \method
 	Whisk together in separate medium bowl until well combined.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
-	\cutext{1.5}{cup} milk
-	\cutext{0.5}{TL} vanilla extract
+	\cutext{1_1/2}{cup} milk
+	\cutext{1/2}{TL} vanilla extract
 \method
 	Whisk into egg mixture.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
 \method
-	Add egg mixture to flour mixture and fold in gently until just combined. Batter should remain lumpy with few streaks of flour.
-
-    Let batter sit for 10 minutes before cooking.
+	Add egg mixture to flour mixture and fold in gently until just combined. Batter should remain lumpy with few streaks of flour.\\
+   Let batter sit for 10 minutes before cooking.
 \end{step}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/recipes/FudgyBrownies42.tex b/recipes/FudgyBrownies42.tex
index a9cf8d0..8675151 100644
--- a/recipes/FudgyBrownies42.tex
+++ b/recipes/FudgyBrownies42.tex
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@
 
 \begin{step}
 	\cunum{3.5}{oz}/\cunum[oz=g]{3.5}{oz} semisweet chocolate, chopped (chocolate chips work too)
-	\cunum{1/2} stick/\cutext{1/4}{cup} unsalted butter, cut into pieces
+	\cutext{4}{EL}/\cunum{56}{g} unsalted butter, cut into pieces
 	\cutext{1}{EL} unsweetened cocoa powder
 \method
 	Microwave in a bowl at 50\% power (melt function @ \cunum{8}{oz} also works), stirring occasionally until melted and smooth. Let cool slightly.
@@ -36,9 +36,11 @@
 \method
 	Stir in flour with rubber spatula until \textit{just} combined.
 
-	Transfer batter to prepared pan; spread batter into corners of pan and make the surface smooth.
+	Transfer batter to prepared pan; spread batter into corners of pan and make the surface smooth.	
+\end{step}
 
-	Bake until toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs attached, 24 -- 30 minutes, rotating half way through baking. Be careful not to overbake these brownies or they will have a very dry, cakey texture.
+\begin{step}\method
+   Bake until toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs attached, \cunum{24--30}{min}, rotating half way through baking. Be careful not to overbake these brownies or they will have a very dry, cakey texture.
 
 	Let brownies cool completely in pan on wire rack. Remove brownies from pan using foil sling, loosening sides with knife if needed.\\Brownies can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
 \end{step}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/recipes/Lembas.tex b/recipes/Lembas.tex
index 116b904..709d2a4 100644
--- a/recipes/Lembas.tex
+++ b/recipes/Lembas.tex
@@ -34,6 +34,6 @@
     4 small banana leaves (optional)
     kitchen twine (optional)
 \method
-    (optional) Wrap each of the cooled Lembas breads in one of the banana leaves and tie with twine. This not only looks great but also keeps the breads from drying out and getting hard.
-Tip: Stored in an airtight container, lembas keep almost indefinitely, but at least for a few weeks.
+   (optional) Wrap each of the cooled Lembas breads in one of the banana leaves and tie with twine. This not only looks great but also keeps the breads from drying out and getting hard.\\
+   \textit{Tip: Stored in an airtight container, lembas keep almost indefinitely, but at least for a few weeks.}
 \end{step}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/recipes/SalmonGnocchi.tex b/recipes/SalmonGnocchi.tex
index dbaa8b4..dbee133 100644
--- a/recipes/SalmonGnocchi.tex
+++ b/recipes/SalmonGnocchi.tex
@@ -47,7 +47,7 @@
    \cutext{2}{EL} finely diced fresh basil
    \cutext{3}{oz} (\cunum[oz=g]{3}{oz}) baby spinach leaves
 \method
-   Pour in the stock then stir in the cream cheese until fully blended {\small(I find this easiest with a whisk)}. \textit{On the side, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.} Stir in the parmesan, sun dried tomatoes and basil, then stir in the spinach for 1-2 minutes until it starts to wilt.
+   Pour in the stock then stir in the cream cheese until fully blended {\small(I find this easiest with a whisk)}. \textit{On the side, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.} Stir in the parmesan, sun dried tomatoes and basil, then stir in the spinach for \cunum{1--2}{min} until it starts to wilt.
 \end{step}
 
 \begin{step}
diff --git a/recipes/SausageGravy.tex b/recipes/SausageGravy.tex
index a47756c..3f44d8e 100644
--- a/recipes/SausageGravy.tex
+++ b/recipes/SausageGravy.tex
@@ -20,7 +20,8 @@
    \cutext{2--2_1/2}{cup} milk
    \SnP
 \method
-   Gradually add the milk, stirring well after each addition. Reduce to a simmer and allow the gravy to thicken, stirring frequently. For thicker gravy, add about 2 cups total. For thinner gravy, add more milk. Add salt and lots of black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
+   Gradually add the milk, stirring well after each addition.\\
+   Reduce to a simmer and allow the gravy to thicken, stirring frequently. For thicker gravy, add about 2 cups total. For thinner gravy, add more milk. Add salt and lots of black pepper to taste.
 \end{step}
 
 {\tiny Source: \href{https://southernbite.com/sausage-gravy/}{southernbite.com/sausage-gravy/}}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/render.sh b/render.sh
index 1a10fd0..c9ce9ed 100755
--- a/render.sh
+++ b/render.sh
@@ -2,8 +2,8 @@
 cd "$(dirname "$0")"
 
 #   these are so that later it can be edited through the web on gitea and automagically recompile without having to run anything on the webserver manually. MUST be commented out when modifying/running locally. I'm not gonna maintain two copies just for that automation, especially while I'm still actively creating stuff
-git fetch --all
-git reset --hard origin/master
+#git fetch --all
+#git reset --hard origin/master
 
 printf "\n-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-  Main  -_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-\n"
 pdflatex -file-line-error -interaction nonstopmode -draftmode -shell-escape -jobname=Recipes main.tex