About the pip on the wrong end; IMHO, Usually it is best to let a pip do its thing, I have had some who pipped on the wrong end hatch just fine. They may take a little longer.
I love this contest so much, and I would love to make something this weekend.
However, we’re in the middle of renovating our 1950s kitchen and we’re tearing out the old tile countertops this weekend, so I’m not sure if I can cook anything at all!
I’m going to live vicariously through the photos...