[“paper collage by jess” plucked from sarcoptiform’s flickr]

blend several sciency spices; stir

them within your surest beaker

and regularly steam. punch dough

with knuckle rings and whisper secrets

culled from your dreams; stuff

within bubbles in the dough — they

will bake the softest of crusts

which will stand erect, sharpening

its warrior’s teeth as cheese

gooey from the oven’s caress

drips past your fingertips, carrying

precious hot banana peppers.