Years ago I asked if there was a less sloppy way to make it.
You put it matter of fact wise....NO!
LOL
You were right.
This year I tried my grandmother's way.... manually with a hand-held round-edged chopping tool. Far less mess than with the new conveniences. Plus, I got rid of a lot of frustrations re: the election.
I'm not quite sure how I'd take that, Chair.;-)