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Pickled Vegetables Appetiser

2011-02-20T11:58:00.005+08:00

My wife likes to prepare pickled vegetables and I would like to share a question from the Sunday Times, lifestyle section here, on how to prepare pickled greens served in Chinese restaurants. The question asked:I have been trying to prepare the type of pickled vegetables served in Chinese restaurants as an appetiser, but have not managed to successfully create the restaurant taste. Any advice?

BAKING TOFU

2011-02-10T12:29:00.003+08:00

Dairy-free tofu gratin is a tasty and healthy way to wean yourself off festive snacks, says SYLVIA TAN-- ST PHOTO: NURIA LINGRecipeTofu gratin(Serves six to eight)Ingredients2 silken tofu cakes, drained and chilled2 tbs olive oil2 tbs flour2 cups soya milk1 tbs white miso paste1 tsp sugar1 tbs rice wineBonito flakes and shredded nori seaweed for garnishing, both available at the Japanese section

Easy Broccoli & Rice Casserole Recipe : Adding Cheese Whiz for Broccoli & Rice Casserole

2009-09-17T20:41:00.002+08:00

Prevent Heart AttackBroccoliA recipe with broccoli.

LEARN TO MAKE Bramboozle

2009-09-13T09:13:00.004+08:00

It has been some time that I do not post any article here. Time for me to just take some nice and good article from the Lifestyle section.Learn to make Bramboopzle; kind of cocktail..Ingredients 45ml Tanqueray No.10 gin15ml Creme de Mure blackberry flavoured liqueur15ml lemon juice10ml-15ml sugar syrup20ml egg whiteGarnishA few mixed berries and a sprig of mintMethod 1. Mix the ingredients with

POTATOES (CURRIED)

2007-12-10T11:45:00.000+08:00

How to cook curried potatoes6 good-sized potatoes parboiled1 oz. of butter1 teaspoonful of curry powder3/4 pint of milk1 dessert spoonful of fine wheatmealsalt and lemon juice to taste.Slice the potatoes into a saucepan and pour the milk over them; smooth the curry powder with a little water,pour this over the potatoes, and add the butter and seasoning.Let the potatoes cook gently until soft;

Herbal Butter

2007-10-10T21:14:00.000+08:00

Butter, How to make Herbal Butter1/2 c salted butter, softened1 Tbsp chopped, fresh chives1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley1 Tbsp fresh chopped tarragon1 Tbsp chopped fresh chervilCombine all ingredients in a bowl, and mix well. Chill 3 hours to mellow flavor

CAULIFLOWER SOUP

2007-10-03T20:46:00.000+08:00

Cauliflower SoupTake three or four small cauliflowers, or two large ones, soak them in salt and water, and boil them in some water till they are nearly tender. Take them out and break the cauliflower so that you get two or three dozen little pieces out of the heart of the cauliflower,somewhat resembling miniature bouquets. Put the rest of the cauliflower back into the water in which it was boiled

Noodle Recipe - Vegetarian

2007-09-12T20:09:00.000+08:00

You are going to learn how to prepare noodle recipe, vegetarian style. I am talking about ramen noodle recipe or egg noodle recipe, but this is special because it includes green tea. Yes green tea ! I called it "Long-Life Noodles with Green Tea". It has lot of healthy and nutritional value.8 ounces udon, or whole-wheat noodles2 tablespoons canola oil1 teaspoon loose green tea leaves, preferably

Relationship Tips

2007-08-27T10:15:00.000+08:00

The questions posted below are not really answers to better your relationship nor it is tip for good relationship. They are question for you to recap on why better relationship come along during old age.I am disturbed by today’s new trend of older couples falling out of love after their kids have grown and left home. If I could ask you a few questions:How much is a successful and lasting love

Strawberry Dessert

2007-08-04T09:59:00.000+08:00

Tiramisu with strawberries Ingredients:500g fresh strawberries2 Tbsp sugarCointreau, an orange liqueurCream:1kg mascarpone cream cheese8 large egg yolks100g caster sugarCoffee bath:6 tsp instant coffee8 tsps sugar100ml coffee liqueurcocoa powder2 packets (40 sticks) of ladyfinger biscuits, also known as sponge or Boudoir biscuitsMethod: Slice strawberries

Acrobatic

2007-07-29T21:03:00.000+08:00

AcrobaticRelax and watch this fantastic show!

Live the life you love

2007-07-23T21:22:00.000+08:00

Finding the love of your lifeMost Law of Attraction techniques for manifesting a fabulous love life include regular visualization, collecting images or creating "vision boards" that reflect our desires, making space for someone new in our lives, scripting about our partner as if they're already here, etc.While these processes help bring our dreams of love to

Playful Parenting

2007-07-18T21:28:00.000+08:00

The Fun in parentingRaising kids is serious business, but making time for fun is equally important.7 secrets to raising happy kidsParents should be the space where children can express themselves freely and just have fun. -- ST FILE PHOTOThere is so much advice on parenting these days, it is enough to make any parent run screaming, a harried father once remarked to

MUSHROOM TART AND GRAVY

2007-07-14T10:50:00.000+08:00

Mushroom RecipeThis is a vegetarian recipe using mushroom to make mushroom tart and gravy1 lb. of mushrooms, 1/2 lb. of Allinson fine wheatmeal, 4 oz. of butter or Allinson frying oil, pepper and salt to taste. Pick and wash the mushrooms, remove the stalks, dry them and cut them into pieces;make pastry with the meal, 3 oz. of the butter, and a little cold water;

Popcorn Recipe

2007-07-08T16:21:00.000+08:00

Popcorn is a delicious, nutritious snack that has been around since before the late 1800s. Traditionally, popcorn was made over the fire. This was not the best way to make popcorn as most of the corn would end up in the fire as it exploded. Since then, there have been many new ways created to make popcorn, including saucepans, air poppers, microwave ovens and woks.

Making of Rice Dumpling

2007-06-29T22:14:00.000+08:00

Huh ! Forgot to mention that it is a vegetarian rice dumpling. This art of making the rice dumpling is pass down to my spouse by my father.

10 Tips to Keep the Marriage Relationship Sparks Alive

2007-06-09T19:34:00.000+08:00

I would like to offer you 10 tips on marriage relationship I would agreed that it is not easy to maintain a good marriage relationship, the divorce rate has been going up trend. It seem that it will maintain at that trend. Hope that the below 10 tips help to have good marriage relationship.10 little ways to keep the marriage sparks alive1. Hold Hand2. Laugh

Life Balance and How To Be Happy

2007-06-05T21:08:00.000+08:00

Having life balance is something many of us strive for. We believe that when the different areas of our lives such as relationships, career and health are humming along we will be happy or happier.How would you like to ensure that this really does happen for you? Would you also like to free up your time so that you can enjoy more of your life? Well you can as long as you consistently take action

How to make Crispy Oatmeal Cereal Bean Curd

2007-05-13T09:12:00.000+08:00

A published news from Google mentioned that the higher keyword search for food in Singapore is "Roti Prata". I am showing how to make roti prata; an indian pan cake each with curry, but how to cook Bean Curd with crispy oatmeal cereal.Crispy beancurd with oatmeal cerealIngredients300g beancurd150g oatmealcereal(instant cereal)5g curry leaves10g chilli padi (sliced)

Bean Curd

2007-05-09T21:54:00.000+08:00

Bean Curd RecipeSavour these tasty treats that are worth their salt Bean curd roll with chilled mango sauceIngredients300g beancurd20g mushroom (minced)20g carrot (diced)8g coriander stem (minced)8 pieces beancurdskin (dry)Truffle oil (to taste)Seasoning1 tspsesame oil5g flourDash of pepper (powdered)MethodMash the beancurd and drain excess water.Add ingredients

How To Make Homemade Ice Cream

2007-04-07T20:51:00.000+08:00

Home Made Ice Cream RecipeHomemade Ice Creamby: Beth ScottHave you ever wondered if there was a healthful alternative to the sugar and preservative filled ice cream you buy in the supermarkets? If you have or if you would truly like to try homemade ice cream then this is for you. I have a recipe for vanilla ice cream, that will knock your socks off when you taste

Low Calorie and Vegetarian Recipes

2007-03-13T20:17:00.000+08:00

Sweet potato butterUse it like dairy butter. Best served at room temperature.1 large sweet potato or yam (500g)1 large yellow onion coarsely chopped3 tablespoons of olive oil1 to 2 tablespoons of maple syrup1 tablespoon of tahini1/4 tablespoon of saltFresh ground pepper* Preheat the oven to 160 deg Celsius. Bake the sweet potato until soft, 40 to 50 minutes. Let

Sunburn Relief Recipes

2007-03-04T20:54:00.000+08:00

Homemade Sunburn Relief RecipesAuthor : Sandy Shields Sun Burn Lotion8 ounces non-medicated lotion5 drops clove oil5 drops peppermint oil2-4 teaspoons powdered Comfrey Root2-4 tablespoons Aloe Vera gelMix together thoroughly in a bowl. Chill, if desired.HINT: Amounts of Comfrey Root or Aloe Vera gel may be increased, but do not increase the amounts of clove or

Cleaning Tips for your Kitchen

2007-02-24T21:40:00.000+08:00

Best ways to clean your KitchenAuthor: Michael Douglas- To rid the yellowing from white appliances: Mix together 1/2 cup bleach, 1/4 cup baking soda and 4 cups of warm water. Apply with a sponge and let set for 10-15 minutes. Rinse and dry thoroughly.- To clean a greasy blender: Fill with a little hot water and add a drop of detergent. Cover and turn it on for a

Salad Recipe

2007-02-04T10:15:00.000+08:00

Refreshing Cucumber Salad RecipeCucumber salad is particularly ideal for those long, hot afternoons, it is an ideal salad recipes for tropical countries and those countries with summer season.Very ideal for the dry summer seasons.BALINESE CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPEIngredients:3 tablespoons peanuts, dry roasted, coarsely chopped1 cucumberOR1 large regular cucumber1/4

Achieve Great Relationship

2007-01-28T11:47:00.000+08:00

How to Achieve Great RelationshipYou have to live with the decisions and the actions that you make.Perhaps you could save yourself the embarrassment of failure and rejection if you just pretend that you have never heard the difference between good partners and great ones. Instead, you would make sure that your performance is top notch and if it is, then you

Tips on Vegetarian Gourmet Ingredient

2007-01-13T12:40:00.000+08:00

Ben Ehinger wrote:My 5 Gourmet Ingredient, Vegetarian Cooking Done RightAre you a vegetarian or thinking about becoming a vegetarian? Do you want to know how to become a vegetarian that can cook great meals? Learn the 5 ingredients that I use to make just about any vegetarian meal taste better.The first ingredient that I will introduce to you is garlic. Garlic is a

Guide to Top 10 tips for a perfect will

2007-01-12T21:16:00.000+08:00

Guide To Tips on perfect WillNO ONE likes to talk about death, especially their own. But if you don't make plans on how you want to distribute your worldly wealth while you're still alive, you can leave a host of problems and hardships for your grieving family sort out.Take the billionaire aviator turned recluse, Howard Hughes. It took 15 years of legal wrangling

CHINESE VEGETARIAN FRIED RICE

2007-01-02T15:11:00.000+08:00

CHINESE VEGETARIAN FRIED RICEServes 2 peopleIngredients 5 dried Chinese mushrooms2 tablespoons peanut oil1 tablespoon sesame oil1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh ginger1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic3 cups cooked white Rice1 cup bean sprouts1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots1/4 cup chopped green onions3 tablespoons soy sauceCooking Method1. Soak mushrooms in warm water

Chickens And Pigs Help Define Two Things We Need For Success

2006-12-20T21:03:00.000+08:00

Involvement and CommitmentThis article is about involvement and commitment, two of the things we need to be successful. This applies to our jobs or businesses, relationships, and even our recreational pursuits. Any type of success, whether it is personal, professional,academic, or athletic, will usually require a combination of involvement and commitment.I hope the headline stirred your interest.

Why People Become Vegetarians

2006-12-12T22:13:00.000+08:00

Reasons for Becoming a VegetariansMany nonvegetarians wonder what drives vegetarians to give up meat and adopt an entirely different lifestyle. There is no single answer to this question. Nonvegetarians become vegetarians for a number of different reasons - some even for multiple reasons.Most vegetarians claim that they became a vegetarian for one of three reasons.The first reason, which most

Kwan Yin Mantra

2006-12-05T16:18:00.000+08:00

Kwan YinKwan Yin Picture for Good LuckThis morning, opened my email, there were 700 over unread mails in the inbox. First thing I do is to read the latest mail. The title Kwan Yin strike me. Send by a friend of my, Mr Yu. I immediate opened it, and a Picture of nice Kwan Yin appeared. The text read "send to 10 of your friends for good luck", why not, I think. It strike me, why not I post this in

VEGETARIANISM

2006-11-29T11:37:00.000+08:00

Straits Times Interview with George jacobs, 54,The President of The Vegetarian Society of SingaporeGEORGE JACOBS, 54, IS THE PRESIDENT OF THE VEGETARIAN SOCIETY OF SINGAPORE. HE IS A TIRELESS ADVOCATE OF VEGETARIANISM, WHICH HE BELIEVES IS THE RIGHT TYPE OF DIET FOR A HEALTHY PLANET. SHEFALI SRINIVAS CATCHES UP WITH HIM TO FIND OUT THE ROOTS OF HIS PASSION.Have you always been vegetarian or are

Pearl Barley

2006-11-25T16:07:00.000+08:00

Pearl Barley Recipes Pearl Barley DessertSimple ingredients,Pearl BarleySweet CornRock SugarPandan LeafMethod of cookingPut a sweet corn to boil.After the sweet corn is boiled. Take it out, and scrap out the corn by using the spoon.Next, put in Pearl Barley into the Queen Wok to boil. Once the water with the barley is boiled, add in the corn. Boil till it is cooked. Add-in the pandan leaf and

Cauliflower Soup Recipe

2006-11-24T20:44:00.000+08:00

VegetarianEat healthy vegetarian Cauliflower Soup. Cauliflower is indeed, a flower. Below is the recipe :1 Medium-sized Cauliflower1-1/2 pints of milk, 1 oz. of butter2 oz. of fine wheatmeal, pepper and salt to taste, a little nutmeg, and the juice of a lemon. Prepare the cauliflower by washing and breaking it into pieces, keeping the flowers whole, and boil in 1-1/2 pints of water, adding the

Chinese Recipe - Vegetarian Shark Fin Soup

2006-11-21T21:01:00.000+08:00

Benefits of Vegetarian Shark Fin SoupSave the world, eating real shark fin resulted in many sharks being killed.Vegetarian shark fin are healthy and a better diet because its ingredients are all vegetables.It is easy and fast to cook, not like the real shark fin, which have to take take plenty of time to cook.Ingredients The main ingredient is the Shark Fin Melon, which is available in the

Barley Soup

2006-11-18T21:52:00.000+08:00

How to Make Barley Soup, the Vegetarian WayTake two tablespoonfuls of pearl barley and wash it in several waters till the water ceases to be discoloured. Put this in a saucepan with about two quarts of water, two onions sliced up, a few potatoes sliced very thin, and about a saltspoonful of thyme. Let the whole boil gently for four or five hours, till the barley is quite soft and eatable. Thicken

12 Ways to Build Trust in Your Relationship

2006-11-11T12:01:00.000+08:00

Trust is one of the building blocks of a healthy and stable relationship. Without it, a relationship crumbles under the weight of suspicion and disrespect. When you’ve had something happen in your relationship or the one prior to your current one, you already know how important it is that you built trust for your security. Here are some ways to add trust to your relationship.