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Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Extra special beef biryani
Ingredients
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- 100ml/3½oz full-fat milk
- 1 heaped tsp saffron strands
- 1kg/2lbs 2oz braising steak, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 4 onions, peeled
- 4 garlic cloves, peeled
- 25g/1oz fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 fresh red chillies, deseeded and roughly chopped
- 5 cloves
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
- ¼ cinnamon stick
- 12 cardamom pods
- 2½ tsp sea salt flakes, plus extra to season
- ½ whole nutmeg, finely grated
- 135ml/4¾fl oz sunflower oil
- 200ml/7fl oz natural yoghurt
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tsp caster sugar
- 325g/11½oz basmati rice
- 4 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
- 50g/2oz butter
- To serve
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- 50g/2oz sultanas
- 40g/1½oz flaked almonds
- 3 large free-range eggs
- freshly ground black pepper
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Creamy chicken korma with almonds
Ingredients
- 5-6 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
- 2.5cm/1in piece fresh root ginger, chopped
- 50g/2oz flaked almonds
- 150ml/¼ pint water
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5 tbsp olive or groundnut oil
- 2 bay leaves
- 8 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 4 cloves
- 2.5cm/1in piece cinnamon stick
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp chilli powder
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- 1¼ tsp salt
- ½ tbsp garam masala
- 3 tbsp double cream
- 1.5kg/3lb chicken pieces, skinned and cut into serving portions (breast cut in half across the centre)
Skin Care Tips For A Good Complexion
A light and glowing skin has the power to make heads turn and create a rapport and image among other people without much effort. Also, it helps in boosting the self confidence by making yourself feel good about you. There are quite a number of treatments and products available that promises a good complexion.
However, these either might prove expensive on the budget or else have some side effects attached. There are some simple ways in which you can achieve your goals. These solutions mentioned below are not only effective but also easy to follow.
baking soda for acne
you can even apply olive oil or your favorite moisturizer on the affected
area. A few drops of tea tree oil, or honey can be added into the baking
soda paste to avoid over dryness. In order to retain some pH to the
skin, some experts suggest spraying your face with thinned apple cider vinegar
You must have heard about the use of baking soda or sodium bicarbonate as an excellent multipurpose cleaning, deodorizing and baking agent. But do you know that this chemical compound can be used on your skin to treat acne? Sounding odd?
But the truth is that baking soda – popularly known as bread soda, cooking soda, or sodium bicarbonate – is an excellent mineral that can find a place of pride in your daily beauty routine . Do not confuse baking soda with baking powder. Baking Powder can do harm to your skin
Baking soda is a classic home remedy to reduce acne, acne scars and a host of other skin problems. Many people around the world are satisfied with the ability of baking soda in curing their acne and in vanishing .facial blemishes Since baking soda treatment is an easy and inexpensive way to clear one’s skin, it is really worth a try.
Tips
To Use Baking Soda For Acne Treatment
First remove all your makeup with a gentle cleanser or face wash. Do not
rub your face with a towel, but let the face get dry on its own. The face
should be little damp. Take sufficient amount of baking soda
(depending on the number of acnes you have) and mix it with little water.The consistency should be of that of a cream. If it is too loose, the mixture will run over your face. Apply this mixture on your acnes by marking spots. Let this leave there for 10-15 minutes and not longer than 20 minutes. Wash off with plain warm water. You will discover a change after two or three applications.
First try thisbaking soda spot treatment once or twice a week. Bring up the frequency gradually allowing your skin to get adjusted to this new beauty regimen. Once you are used to it and comfortable with the product, even daily use is recommended for more effectiveness.
Tips to
Use Baking Soda For Erasing Acne Scars
Acne Scars can be removed from your face using baking soda as an excellent exfoliate. Make a mixture of baking soda and water in thick consistency. Apply this paste on the affected area and rub in circular motion. Let it stay on your skin for 10 minutes and wash it off to discover smooth skin.
It is recommended to moisturize your skin after doing baking soda treatment to avoid excessive dryness. Apply honey to your face and rinse off after ten minutes. Honey is a .natural moisturizer
How Does
Baking Soda Help in Clearing Acne and Blemishes
Exfoliating and neutralizing properties of baking soda help
in enhanced skin cell turnover rate. Since new skin cells are generated, acne
and acne marks will become less visible.Non-scarred areas lying underneath will be exposed giving a special glow to your face. This chemical is pH neutral and non-toxic, and comes in the form of fine powder. Since the granules are soft, rubbing it on your skin will not do any harm. Some people’s skin may be over sensitive. If any irritation occurs, treatment should be halted.
The cleaning proerties of baking soda kill bacteria that cause acne and remove dead skins that causes oil and dirt blockage. Since baking soda is conveniently available and inexpensive ingredient, why don’t you give it a try to discover blemish and acne-free glowing skin?
French Bolognese Spaghetti with Sauce
1 INGREDIENTS
Olive Oil 2 tbsp
Onion 1
Carrot(chopped) 1
Celery(chopped) 1
Garlic(crushed) 2 cloves
Beef Mince 1 kg
Beef Stock 1 cup
Tomato Paste(chopped)
Tomatoes 396 gm
Vinegar 1 1/2 cup
sugar 1 tsp
salt,Red and Black Pepper as required
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Malai Kulfi
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