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Potato - Tomato curry made with Coconut paste / Kukka Dhevi Gashi in Konkan
2008-04-28 09:54:00
You will needPotato -2, cut into cubes ( medium size cubes )Tomato – 1 , cut into cubes ( medium size cubes )Salt – to tasteFor coconut pasteGrated coconut – 1 cupTurmeric powder – ½ teaspoonRed chilly powder -1 teaspoonSeasoningMustard seeds -1 teaspoonJeera / cumin seeds -1/2 teaspoonCurry leaves – 1 springCooking oil – 1 teaspoon MethodBoil potato , tomato pieces , and salt together. Cooking time w’ll be around 15-20 minutes. ( Another option: Potato, tomato pieces - Microwave high for 4 minutes. )Add coconut paste and cook again for 10 minutes. Mix it well. Heat oil and add seasoning ingredients. Saute it slowly for 2 minutes. Add seasoning ingredients into the curry. Serve with Rice / Chapati.
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Eating out tips for a Good Health
2008-04-28 04:51:00
Request the chef to make your order with less oil and leave out the cream and/or butter - most chefs are happy to oblige .Have salads without the dressing. Try using lime juice instead. Ask for the weight watcher's menu - most restaurants have one .Select primarily fish, poultry, or veal in preference to red meat . Opt for low-fat desserts, like sorbet or fresh fruit cup. If you just absolutely cannot resist that sinful calorie laden dessert, go ahead, but limit yourself to one or two bites.Opt for mineral water instead of alcohol or soft drinksTake steamed idlis with sambar Avoid coconut chutneys , pickles, salads which already kept on the table. Ask for dosas and oothappams to be made with less or no oil Avoid fried vadas"Opt for steamed foods." Avoid fried starters, opt for steamed wantons and steamed dumplings instead Have clear soups Take steamed rice or noodles instead of fried rice or hakka noodles Opt for menu items with tofu, miso or tempeh Avoid dishes in whic...
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Tips for Lasagna
2008-04-27 12:52:00
Freeze baked lasagna in single-serve portions in small freezer-weight plastic bags or containers for a quick meal. How to Reheat Frozen Lasagna To reheat frozen single-serve portions, place on microwavable plate; microwave on HIGH 5 min. Let stand 1 to 2 min. before serving. For larger portions, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Place in a 350°F-oven to bake until heated through (when a knife inserted into the center for 10 sec. feels warm to the touch.)
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Moru Curry / Thakka kedy in Konkani Cuisine
2008-04-27 09:49:00
Moru Curry / Thakka kedy in Konkani You will needFresh thick curd – 1 cupWater – ¼ cupTurmeric powder – ½ teaspoonSalt -1 teaspoon ( to taste )Dilute curd with water, salt , turmeric power in Tupperware Quick Shake.( I always use Tupperware Quick Shake for better result.) Seasoning ingredientsMustard seeds – 1teaspoonJeera / cumin seeds – ½ teaspoonCurry leaves – 1 springGreen chilly – 1 , cut lengthwiseShallots -5, cut into thin slicesGarlic- 3 cloves, cut into thin slicesGinger – ½ inch piece, chopped fineCooking oil -1 teaspoonMethodHeat oil. Add all seasoning ingredients. Saute it slowly for 5-8 minutes. Switch off the gas flame. Finally add diluted curd. Mix it well. Serve with rice. Benefits : Easy to cook, easy to digest, less cholesterol, and curd is a milk product so it contains calcium.
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Kaaraikudi & The Dhaba... Now at Mogappair - Chennai
2008-04-27 04:45:00
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Divine Herbs
2008-04-27 03:49:00
ParsleyThis fresh-flavored herb, slightly green and piny, is more commonly used as a flavoring and as a garnish. Use to flavor grilled meat, poultry, soups, omelets, mashed potatoes, and salads. It may be used in herbal butters and vinegars or as a garnish. Oregano This herb has a strong flavor and aroma. Used to flavor tomato sauces, vinegar, omelets, quiche, bread, marinated vegetables, beef, poultry, black beans, and pizza.CilantroUse in Asian and Mexican cooking or as a garnish. Popular in salsa, guacamole, Thai peanut sauce, enchiladas, and chicken dishes. Cilantro is also called coriander and has a pungent fragrance.TarragonThis aromatic herb, with narrow, pointed, dark green leaves, is known for its distinctive anise-like flavor. Use to flavor vinegars, herbal butter, shellfish, mayonnaise, sour cream dressing, poultry, turkey, mushrooms, broccoli, and rice. Use the fresh leaves in salads, tartar sauce, and French dressing.RosemaryRosemary's silver-green, needle-shaped leave...
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Tip for Soup
2008-04-26 14:01:00
To remove extra fat from your soup, float a large lettuce leaf on it which will absorb the extra oil from it.
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Cookie Storage Idea
2008-04-26 13:55:00
If your cookies became too hard, instead of throwing them out, place them in a ziplock sandwich bag with a piece of bread and keep aside overnight. The cookies will be soft and fresh next day.
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What is Osteoporosis ?
2008-04-25 04:26:00
The word ‘osteoporosis’ actually means porous bones. It is a disease characterised by a thinningand weakening of the bones. Osteoporosis affects many more women than men and is a particularlydistressing problem for older people. This condition causes the bones to become fragile and be easily fractured. It can lead to back pain, humped shoulders, difficulty in walking and a shrinking inheight. It is estimated that one in four women will suffer from osteoporosis after the age of sixty,and one in five women will be hospitalised for a hip fracture at some stage of life. Most peopleknow that children need plenty of calcium to build strong bones and teeth. However, few peoplerealise that calcium is essential for everybody - throughout life - to maintain strong bones.WHAT CAUSES OSTEOPOROSIS?Osteoporosis is an irreversible, but often, preventable condition. It is caused by aloss of calcium from the bones. To understand how this happens we need to look atthe role and delicate balance of...

Fish Reflexology
2008-04-25 03:19:00
The freshwater fish used for treatment of skin diseasesIn this procedure, visitors’ feet are dipped into small pond, which has tiny fishes. After immersing feet into water the fish eat out the dead skin, on the feet.Thus skin is exfoliated by fish, naturally.The treatment has its origins in Turkey.Fish reflexology treatment is popular in Singapore, China & Malaysia.
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How to reduce Cholesterol Level ?
2008-04-24 14:56:00
Cholesterol is a fatty substance which is found in the blood. It is mainly made in the body. Cholesterol plays an essential role in how every cell in the body works. However, too much cholesterol in the blood can increase your risk of heart problems.To help reduce your cholesterol level, you need to cut down on saturated fats and trans fats and replace them with monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats. You should also reduce the total amount of fat you eat.Eat oily fish regularly. Oily fish provides the richest source of a particular type of polyunsaturated fat known as omega-3 fats which can help to lower blood triglyceride levels and also helps prevent the blood from clotting, and help to regulate the heart rhythm.Eat a high-fibre diet. Foods that are high in 'soluble fibre' such as porridge, beans, pulses, lentils, nuts, fruits and vegetables, can help lower cholesterol. Doing regular physical activity can help increase your HDL cholesterol (the 'protective' type ...
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Appam - Stew- God's own Country's delicious Breakfast
2008-04-24 12:58:00
Appam is getting ready in Appachatti Appam (pronounced [apːam]), or hoppers, are a type of food in Sri Lankan and South Indian cuisine. It is called Aappam (ஆப்பம்) in Tamil Nadu. Appa is the singular of appam. It is eaten most frequently for breakfast. Plain hoppers are bowl-shaped thin pancakes made from fermented rice flour. They derive their shape from the small appachatti in which they are cooked. They are fairly bland, and always served with a spicy accompliment. These hoppers are made from a batter using rice, yeast, salt and a little sugar. After the mixture has stood for a couple of hours, it can be fried in the appachatti with a little oil. Ingredients for AppamRaw Rice- 2 cupsGrated coconut – ½Cooked rice- 1 tablespoonYeast solutionTo prepare yeast solution1 teaspoon dry yeastWarm water -1/4 cupSugar – 1teaspoonMix sugar and warm water. Add yeast and keep aside for 10-15 minutes or until a froth appears on the surface. Mix well until sugar and yeast gr...
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Vegetable Curry Made With Fried Coconut Paste
2008-04-23 09:13:00
Vegetable curry made with fried Coconut paste Ingredients for Vegetable Curry Carrot- 2French green beans – 10Potato -1 big size( Cut above vegetables in equal size and Microwave high for 4- 6 minutes.)Shallots -10Cooking oil – 1teaspoonSalt – to tasteCurry leaves- 2 springsFor Coconut paste ½ coconut, scrapped5 red chillies2 teaspoon coriander seeds1 teaspoon Jeera ( cumin )3-4 flakes of garlic¼ teaspoon turmericRoast and grind all the coconut paste ingredients together to a fine paste. Sprinkle water while grinding.MethodHeat oil in a frying pan, add shallots and fry till golden brown. Add coconut paste and curry leaves. Sauté well for 5 minutes. Add vegetables, salt and ½ cup of water. Cover with lid. Cook for 15-20 minutes in slow fire. Vegetable curry goes well with Chapatti, Vegetable pulao, Appom, Rice…. You can include 1 chopped Tomato with vegetables to get a sour taste . Please wait for Appom - Stew Recipe.....soon.... !!!!!
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Fisher-Price Online Games & Online Shopping
2008-04-23 05:15:00
Fisher –Price online games and learning activities are a great way to spend quality time with your child. Have fun with these online activities, and remember: whether your child is an infant, toddler or preschooler, it's important to let him learn at his own pace!Tips for parentsIf you have some free time, you might find it's beneficial to get online and play a few of these learning games yourself before sitting down at the computer with your child. You know your child best; having a preview will help you determine which online learning activities are most appropriate for your infant, toddler, or preschooler's stage of development ... and which games are so much fun your child will want to play them again and again!Visit for online games & online shopping http://www.fisher-price.com/fp.aspx?st=10 &e=gamesLanding&mcat=game_infant, game_toddler,game_preschool&site=usPl ay & learn with your child....online
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Calorie Count Of Biryani
2008-04-23 03:06:00
Calorie Count Of 250 gms Biryani It needs at least one- and - half hour of swimming, or jogging or an hour of aerobics to burn this calorie consumed through one standard plate of Biryani.
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Ice Cream Making & Storage Ideas
2008-04-23 02:59:00
Making The freezing procedure for each type of ice cream maker differs so always read the owner's manual and freeze according to the manufacturer's directions.Ice cream expands as it freezes so don't overfill the container. Fill the container to no more than two-thirds or three-fourths of its capacity. (Check the manufacturer's directions.)Ice cream needs to sit for an hour or two in the freezer after making. This is called "ripening" and allows flavors to develop and blend.Because homemade ice cream has no stabilizers or emulsifiers and less air than commercial ice creams, it will not keep as well and will freeze to a harder state. You may need to allow it to soften slightly before you can serve.StoringStore ice cream in the coldest part of your freezer. Melting and freezing causes ice crystals to form.Avoid prolonged exposure to air by covering the ice cream tightly and returning it to the freezer immediately after serving.To help prevent the formation of ice crystals, press p...
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Baking Terms
2008-04-23 02:34:00
Baking Terms BeatTo combine ingredients vigorously with a spoon, fork, wire whisk, hand beater or electric mixer until the ingredients are smooth and uniform.BlendTo combine ingredients with a spoon, wire whisk, or rubber scraper until very smooth and uniform. A blender or food processor may also be used, depending on the job. BoilTo heat a liquid until bubbles rise continuously and break on the surface and steam is given off. For a rolling boil, the bubbles form rapidly and will not stop forming even when the liquid is stirred.FoldTo combine ingredients lightly while preventing loss of air by using two motions: Using a rubber spatula, first cut down vertically through the mixture. Next, slide the spatula across the bottom of the bowl and up the side, turning the mixture over. Repeat these motions after rotating the bowl one-fourth turn with each series of strokes.GreaseTo rub the inside surface of a pan with solid shortening, using a pastry brush, wax paper or paper towels, to preve...
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Grilling Ideas for Chicken, Vegetables & Ribs
2008-04-22 15:38:00
Grilling tips for Beaf SteakGrill steaks over medium heat about 5 inches from the heat source.Turn once during cooking using tongs or a spatula; do not use a fork, it could pierce the meat and allow juices to run out.Cooking can take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on thickness and desired doneness.Grilling Tips for RibsSlow grilling over indirect heat in which the ribs are not placed directly over the heat source but to the side of it, with the lid closed, is preferred.Turn the ribs frequently using tongs.Grill 1 to 2 hours, depending on rib type and grill.Grilling Tips for Sea foodCook fillets until they flake easily with a fork and are opaque throughout, about 5 minutes per side per inch thickness. An internal temperature of 155° F is desired.Grill baskets are great for delicate or small foods such as shrimp.Shrimp cook in about 4 minutes; baste with butter or oil to keep moist.Grilling Tips for Chicken Grill chicken over direct medium heat.An internal temperature for ...
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How Many Calories Does Your Child Actually Need In Diet ?
2008-04-22 04:42:00
An average count0-5 months - 650 calories5-12 months- 850 calories1-3 years- 1300 calories4-6 years - 1800 calories7-10 years - 2000 caloriesBoys11-14 years - 2500 calories15-18 years- 3000 caloriesGirls11- 18 years - 2200 calories
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Home made Chicken Biryani
2008-04-21 15:19:00
Home made Chicken Biryani IngredientsChicken – ½ kgClean and wash chicken pieces. Marinate with 2 teaspoon curd, 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon turmeric powder for 1 hour.1 cup curd and 1 cup chopped onions for Raita.For Masala1 pod garlic2 inch piece of ginger5 cashew nuts3 spring mint leaves1 small bunch of coriander leaves2 teaspoon coriander powder2 green chillies1 teaspoon garam masala powderGrind all the masala ingredients together to a fine paste without water.For Rice2 cups Basmati Rice2 pieces cinnamon5 cardamom5 clovesSalt 1 teaspoonGhee ½ teaspoonWash rice . Boil rice with all the ingredients in a vessel till three – fourths cooked. . Drain and set aside.For chicken MasalaGhee – 2 teaspoonOnion -3 , cut lengthwise Tomato -2, choppedSalt- to tasteHeat ghee in a frying pan. Fry onions till golden brown. Add tomato and masala ingredients. Saute well for five to ten minutes. Add marinated chicken pieces and salt. Cover with a lid and cook ( without water ) till meat ...
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Chinese Style Banana Fritters
2008-04-21 13:24:00
Ingredients 2 cup self- rising flour1/2 teaspoon soda bicarbonate1 1/2 cups of water4 bananasflourOil for deep frying Method Sift flour and soda bicarbonate into bowl, add water , mix to a smooth batter.Peel bananas, cut into three. Roll lightly in flour.Drop banana pieces into batter, drain off excess batter. Deep fry in hot oil until golden brown. Remove, drain on absorbent paper. Serve hot with ice cream. Serves 4
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Great websites for Kids
2008-04-20 17:34:00
Visit... http://looneytunes.warnerbros.com/babyloo neytunes/http://www.bobthebuilder.com/au/ main.html http://www.funsongfactory.com/ http://www.kizclub.com/http://www.sesamew orkshop.org/ http://www.disneychannel-asia.com/DisneyC hannel/playhouse/friends/liteinsteins/ind ex.htmlhttp://www.tinyplanets.com/homepla net/games.html Games, music, colouring, stories, parent's activities, ...fun filling online activities.....!!!! Visit these websites....
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Benefits of Oregano
2008-04-20 14:40:00
It's good anti-oxidant. High in fibre content, oregano also contains essential minerals such as calcium, iron and manganese, and is low in cholesterol and sodium . It's store house of vitamin A, C, E and K; it also has significant quantities of protein and carbohydrate. Research now proves that vitamins A and E containing antioxidants that prevent wear and tear in the body- could be vital in keeping illnesses such as cancer at bay. Its oil is also used in whooping cough and bronchitis medications, and to heal wounds.
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Laughter Is The Best Medicine
2008-04-20 09:23:00
Laughter is the best medicine, perhaps against heart disease. A study found that people with heart disease were 40% less likely to laugh in a variety of situations compared to people of the same age without heart disease. Laughter is even equivalent to a small amount of exercise. It massages all the organs of the body.Laughter builds relationships. Laughter establishes—or restores—a positive emotional climate and a sense of connection between two people, who literally take pleasure in the company of each other. Laughter disarms tension and stress. Shy people can make use of laughter to break subtle barriers in the way they project themselves to connect to others and express thoughts, feelings and ideas they otherwise would keep to themselves. Humor brings the balance we need to get through the turbulence of life comfortably.A sense of humor can help you accept the inevitable, rise to any challenge, handle the unexpected with ease, and come out of any difficulty smiling. Laughter...
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Masala Dosa With Coconut Chutney
2008-04-20 07:16:00
The dosa is a South Indian crêpe. This food, rich in carbohydrates and proteins, is a typical South Indian food taken as breakfast or dinner. Though considered a breakfast dish, dosas are also eaten at other times of day. Those with wheat allergies or gluten intolerance will find the dosa a nice addition to their diets. They can be stuffed with vegetables, meats and sauces to create a quickly prepared meal.Dosa s are typically served with a side accompaniment which varies according to regional and personal preferences. More common side items include:Sambar, wet chutneys, often coconut chutney — a semi-solid paste usually made of coconut, dal, green chilies, and mint or coriander (cilantro).A masala dosa is made by stuffing a dosa with a lightly cooked filling of potatoes, fried onions and spices. It wraps the dosa around a onion and potato curry. To prepare Potato masala5 medium – sized potatoes2 teaspoon cooking oil1 teaspoon mustard seeds1 spring curry leaves , chopped3-4 g...
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