Like Rena and TexasBrat, I do the HP too. It's not necessarily the easiest process to do but it's one that I've come to enjoy. Yes, after the cook, you have to make sure there are no air bubbles, so I tend to put it on the floor and bang it a couple times. As far as texture, I like how mine comes out...it looks creamy, the tops are a little rough, but I think that adds to the handcraftedness of it, and I can even do swirls. The tutorial is great. HTH Here's a pic for reference.