1.   Make sure that the wire retainer clips are pressed down firmly to hold the towel in place.

2.   Hannon says the Nicaraguan-style cake is pressed down with clean hands until it absorbs the milks, then it is refrigerated.

3.   Heat the butter or drippings in a heavy skillet and cook the hash, pressing it down well to start a crust.

4.   Spread the rice evenly over the bottom and sides of the pan, using your hands to press it down well to form a dense even crust.