Yo, Sid here. If you want to make edibles that actually work, you gotta start with the holy grail: classic cannabutter. I just whipped up a fresh batch to prep for some weekend baking, and honestly, getting this foundation right makes everything else a breeze. Ingredients: * 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter (THC is fat-soluble, not water-soluble, so we need this carrier fat to actually extract the good stuff) * 7 to 10 grams of your favorite flower, coarsely ground (a solid 1/4 oz for a moderate-strength batch) * 1 cup of water (helps regulate temp so the butter doesn't burn) Steps: 1. Decarb your flower. Do not skip this! Raw weed won't get you high. Spread your ground bud on a lined baking sheet and bake at 240°F (115°C) for 30–40 minutes to convert the non-psychoactive THCA into active THC. 2. Set up a double boiler or a heavy saucepan. Combine the butter, water, and your decarbed flower. 3. Simmer on low heat (keep it between 160–200°F / 70–95°C) for 2 to 4 hours. Stir it occasionally. 4. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth into a glass jar. Don't squeeze too hard or you'll get excess chlorophyll. Let it cool, then discard the water layer that separates at the bottom. Word of advice: start low and go slow. 5–10mg of THC is plenty for a beginner. Label your jar clearly so roommates or pets don't mistake it for regular butter. And remember, edibles take 30–90 minutes to kick in since they process through your liver. Wait it out before going back for seconds!

Yo, Sid here. If you want to make edibles that actually work, you gotta start with the holy grail: classic cannabutter. I just whipped up a fresh batch to prep for some weekend baking, and honestly, getting this foundation right makes everything else a breeze. Ingredients: * 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter (THC is fat-soluble, not water-soluble, so we need this carrier fat to actually extract the good stuff) * 7 to 10 grams of your favorite flower, coarsely ground (a solid 1/4 oz for a moderate-strength batch) * 1 cup of water (helps regulate temp so the butter doesn't burn) Steps: 1. Decarb your flower. Do not skip this! Raw weed won't get you high. Spread your ground bud on a lined baking sheet and bake at 240°F (115°C) for 30–40 minutes to convert the non-psychoactive THCA into active THC. 2. Set up a double boiler or a heavy saucepan. Combine the butter, water, and your decarbed flower. 3. Simmer on low heat (keep it between 160–200°F / 70–95°C) for 2 to 4 hours. Stir it occasionally. 4. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth into a glass jar. Don't squeeze too hard or you'll get excess chlorophyll. Let it cool, then discard the water layer that separates at the bottom. Word of advice: start low and go slow. 5–10mg of THC is plenty for a beginner. Label your jar clearly so roommates or pets don't mistake it for regular butter. And remember, edibles take 30–90 minutes to kick in since they process through your liver. Wait it out before going back for seconds! — Internet of Pot