Turntable speed / pitch / RPM. Vinyl records are manufactured to be played back at a certain speed. Most 12 inch (diameter) long-play records are played back at 33 1/3rd revolutions per minute. Most 7 inch records require 45 RPM.
Jicama is a large, bulbous root vegetable. A bulb may weigh one or two pounds and has a rough 'n' tough brown skin which should be peeled before eating or cooking.
Everyday Food, July/August 2006. Before you start cutting, peel jicama with a vegetable peeler, then halve from top to bottom (a serrated knife works best). Slice jicama halves 1/2 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/2-inch-thick sticks.Slice jicama halves 1/8 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/8-inch-thick sticks.Slice jicama halves 1/4 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/4-inch-thick sticks. Cut sticks into 1 1/2-inch lengths.Use in stir-fries and salads.veryday Food, July/August 2006. Before you start cutting, peel jicama with a vegetable peeler, then halve from top to bottom (a serrated knife works best). Slice jicama halves 1/2 inch thick; lay slices flat and cut into 1/2-inch-thick sticks.