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Monday, July 30, 2012
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Simple Mixed Salad
Here is a simple salad to make for a dinner, snack or starter. Its a yummy one.
Ingredients:
Spinach
Lettuce
Sweet Pepper
Apple
Salad Onions
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Parmesan Cheese
Mix how you want..Enjoy :)
Ingredients:
Spinach
Lettuce
Sweet Pepper
Apple
Salad Onions
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Parmesan Cheese
Mix how you want..Enjoy :)
Creamy Chicken Pasta
Here is one of my favorite recipes. I really enjoy a good creamy chicken pasta. I have had only a couple of great ones in my life so I decided to create one. Its a really simple recipe and I know you will enjoy it as well.
Ingredients:
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1pkt of linguine or spaghetti, cooked al dente (I used whole spaghetti)
1-2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup of chopped mushrooms (not to small)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 paprika
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
First bake or grill the chicken in the oven on 180C (350F) for about 20 mins. While you are waiting for the oven to warm fill a pot of water, add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Once the oven is heated up place your chicken in the oven. About 10 mins left with the chicken your water should be boiling enough to add the pasta. 10 mins for the pasta should be sufficient.
During the last 10 mins of the pasta and chicken cooking mix all your ingredients for the sauce. In a large saucepan add the heavy cream, tomatoes, mushrooms, basil, salt, minced garlic, black pepper, paprika and heat through. Set aside till chicken is finished cooking.
Once the chicken is done, take out of the oven and slice. Add to the sauce. Drain the pasta and mix the sauce in the pasta. Finish
Serves 5-7
Ingredients:
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1pkt of linguine or spaghetti, cooked al dente (I used whole spaghetti)
1-2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup of chopped mushrooms (not to small)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 paprika
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
First bake or grill the chicken in the oven on 180C (350F) for about 20 mins. While you are waiting for the oven to warm fill a pot of water, add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Once the oven is heated up place your chicken in the oven. About 10 mins left with the chicken your water should be boiling enough to add the pasta. 10 mins for the pasta should be sufficient.
During the last 10 mins of the pasta and chicken cooking mix all your ingredients for the sauce. In a large saucepan add the heavy cream, tomatoes, mushrooms, basil, salt, minced garlic, black pepper, paprika and heat through. Set aside till chicken is finished cooking.
Once the chicken is done, take out of the oven and slice. Add to the sauce. Drain the pasta and mix the sauce in the pasta. Finish
Serves 5-7
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Herb of the Week/Female Reproductive Formula
This is a great herb to use during your Menstrual period. I have known a few women that have taken this herb to correct their periods and make them normal. Women have also told me that they have less to no pain during their periods and don't feel as sick. Seems like this would be a great herb for you women to take and plus I think your men will appreciate it haha.
Female Reproductive Formula: Many natural healers know this formula as the female corrective formula. This is an amazing combination of herbs to aid in rebuilding a malfunctioning reproductive system, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, etc. Over the years herbalists and patients have seen painful menstruations, heavy flowing, cramps, irregularity, etc., change to a painless menstrual period, good menstrual timing, and a new outlook on life by using these aids to readjust the malfunctioning areas.
Ailments historically treated: Amenorrhea, Bloating (Water Retention), Gonorrhea, Heavy Menstruation, Hot Flashes, Indigestion, Menstrual Conditions, Menopause, Miscarriage, PMS/PMT, Uterus.
Herbal Treatment Warning: Do not use during pregnancy or while nursing except as directed by your health care professional.
For more information check out
http://www.herbsfirst.com/descriptionsformulas/FemaleReproductiveFormula.htm
or go to http://www.herbsfirst.com/ to check it out and other great herbs.
DISCLAIMER
Remember I'm not a doctor or professional herbalist. I'm just getting the info out there for people to know there is an alternative to everyday medicine. For more info you should check out http://www.herbsfirst.com to have a professional speak with you about what this herb can do, dosage etc..
Chia Seeds
For more info on what this seed can do check out
http://www.mychiaseeds.com/Articles/Top10ChiaBenefits.html
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Cucumber and Lime Drink
Being that it was so hot today by English standards, I decided to make a nice cold refreshing drink. Pretty much like the same as the lemon drink except this time just cucumbers and lime. Its a very refreshing drink when served very cold. Really simple to make as well. I know you will enjoy this one just like the lemon drink.
Ingredient:
1 Pitcher of Water
Half a cucumber
2 limes
1/2 tbsp of sugar
Directions:
Fill a pitcher of water, slice the cucumber, slice the lime add sugar. Chill and serve.
Enjoy :)
1 Pitcher of Water
Half a cucumber
2 limes
1/2 tbsp of sugar
Directions:
Fill a pitcher of water, slice the cucumber, slice the lime add sugar. Chill and serve.
Enjoy :)
Spaghetti Bolognese
I know I have been made a lot of recipes that don't have a meat ingredient so I decided to change that a bit. I went ahead and made my spaghetti bolognese for you all to try. Really easy to make and taste great. Its probably one of the easiest spaghetti's to make. I would like to expand on this recipe a bit more when I have more time to experiment. There are a lot of things your can do with spaghetti that taste great. But for now here is mine to try.
This is a great dinner you and your kids will enjoy.
Ingredients:
500g of Pasta
1lb of Hamburger Meat (500g UK)
28oz can of crushed tomatoes (800g UK)
1tsp of Oregano
1tbsp of Basil
1 Onion, Diced
4 Garlic Cloves, Crushed
Olive Oil
2tsp Salt
1tsp Pepper
Directions:
Begin with filling a pot with water. Add 1tsp of salt and about a tsp of olive oil. Bring the water to a boil. While that is happening, dice your onion and mince the garlic. Add 2 tsp of olive oil to the pan you are going to cook the sauce in. Warm your pan on medium-high heat. Once warm enough add the onion and garlic. You want to saute the garlic and onion for about 2-3 mins but be careful not to burn it. Once sauteed, add the meat and brown. Then add your crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt and pepper and stir. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer, stirring occasionally. Your water for the pasta should almost be boiling by now. Once boiling add your pasta and cook for about 10mins. Once your pasta is done, drain and put back into the pan or bowl, add some olive oil so the pasta doesn't stick together. Once done with the pasta your sauce will be ready to eat. Garnish with fresh parmesan cheese and serve with garlic bread or salad.
Serves 4-6
This is a great dinner you and your kids will enjoy.
500g of Pasta
1lb of Hamburger Meat (500g UK)
28oz can of crushed tomatoes (800g UK)
1tsp of Oregano
1tbsp of Basil
1 Onion, Diced
4 Garlic Cloves, Crushed
Olive Oil
2tsp Salt
1tsp Pepper
Directions:
Begin with filling a pot with water. Add 1tsp of salt and about a tsp of olive oil. Bring the water to a boil. While that is happening, dice your onion and mince the garlic. Add 2 tsp of olive oil to the pan you are going to cook the sauce in. Warm your pan on medium-high heat. Once warm enough add the onion and garlic. You want to saute the garlic and onion for about 2-3 mins but be careful not to burn it. Once sauteed, add the meat and brown. Then add your crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt and pepper and stir. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer, stirring occasionally. Your water for the pasta should almost be boiling by now. Once boiling add your pasta and cook for about 10mins. Once your pasta is done, drain and put back into the pan or bowl, add some olive oil so the pasta doesn't stick together. Once done with the pasta your sauce will be ready to eat. Garnish with fresh parmesan cheese and serve with garlic bread or salad.
Serves 4-6