Thursday, May 9, 2013

Chinese Chicken and Corn Soup

Serves 6 people


For an authentic Asian soup that tastes just like the one at Chinese restaurants, you have come to the right place. This recipe can be cooked in just 30 mins, no fuss and no complicated ingredients. Chicken and Corn soup is perfect for those cold winter nights or enjoyed when the flu bug comes around. Packed with flu fighting ingredients such as garlic and ginger, it's a great stomach soother when all you want is a great tasting warm soup to make you feel better.

Chinese Chicken and Corn Soup

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Oregano

Scientific Name: Origanum Vulgare


Origin: Mediterranean 

Fresh Oregano

Herb Relations: Marjoram 


Medicinal Qualities: 

  • Rich is natural sources of Vitamin K and fibre. 
  • High in iron, manganese and other minerals
  • Known to alleviate sore throats. 
  • Fresh oregano contains thymol and carvacrol, two oils which fight off bacterial infections. 
  • On a weight basis, oregano has 42 time more antioxidants than apples, 30 times more than potatoes, 12 times more than oranges and 4 times more than blueberries.


Dried Oregano

Food Applications: Dried oregano is stronger in flavour than fresh oregano, having an aromatic slightly bitter and peppery taste. Commonly used to flavour roasted vegetables, meat, fish and tomato based sauces. Other uses include salad dressings, pasta sauces and meal garnishes (fresh).


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Friday, May 3, 2013

Homemade Waffles

Makes 6-8 waffles


A perfect way to begin the day with freshly made waffles or enjoy them with the kids after school. This recipe ensures you get light, crispy waffles every time. Prepared in under 20 mins and very easy to cook, as the waffle iron does all the hard work. Waffle irons can be purchased from most big retail chains or kitchen stores. Serve your waffles with ice-cream, chocolate sauce, maple syrup, fresh fruit or cream, the list goes on. The ingenious design of a waffle is the deep ridges, making it perfect for capturing any toppings you add, ensuring that every mouthful is a good as the one before.

Served with crushed frozen raspberries and ice-cream