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• Yang Chow Fried Rice Recipe
• Earn Money Making Siomai
• Restaurants on a Roll
• Deep Fried Won Tons Recipe
• Yogurt
• Coleslaw Recipe
• Almond Jelly
• Mesothelioma
• Chicken in Coconut Milk (Bacolod Style) Recipe
• Breaded Pork Cutlets w Lettuce and Potatoes

Yang Chow Fried Rice Recipe Posted: 12 Sep 2009 07:24 PM PDT The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen, sees to it that every ingredient and dish is imbued with its own brilliance and lore. For example, vegetables considered cooling, such as bean sprouts, were stir-fried with ginger, which is warming. Or stir-fried and deep-fat fried dishes were eaten with poached or steamed dishes in the same meal to offset the fatty qualities of the fried dishes. Chinese cuisine uses spare amounts of protein and a minimum of oil. Carbohydrates comprise essentially 80 percent of the diet Here is a simple Chinese fried rice recipe which your family would love: Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 eggs, beaten 1 tbsp garlic, chopped 3 tbsp green onion, chopped 1 Chinese sausage, chopped finely 1 tbsp dried shrimps, chopped finely 5 cups rice 1/2 cup frozen green peas 2 tbsp soy sauce 5 pcs shrimp, peeled and chopped salt and pepper to taste Procedures: In a hot wok, place oil and cook egg and set aside. Using the same pan, saute onion and garlic until fragrant is extracted but do not overcook. Add the Chinese sausage, peeled shrimp and dried shrimps. Follow with the rice, green peas and the cooked egg. Season with soy sauce, salt and pepper. Serve hot. Chinese dishes has its own unique taste and flavor. So, if you want to discover The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchensuch as steaming and stir-frying; the preparation of rice, panfried, and braised dishes; the proper selection of produce; and the fine arts of chopping and slicing, explore The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen: Classic Family Recipes for Celebration and Healingand discover how the principles of yin and yang — a balance of opposites — were integrated into their cuisine. The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen: Classic Family Recipes for Celebration and Healing

Earn Money Making Siomai Posted: 17 Aug 2009 07:01 AM PDT “Siomai” is a traditional Chinese dumpling served in dim sum. Its filling is a combination of seasoned ground pork, whole and chopped shrimp, and Chinese black mushroom in small bits. The outer covering is made of a thin sheet of lye water dough. The center is usually garnished with an orange dot, made of roe or diced carrot. Although a green dot made with a pea may also be used. The decorative presentations vary from restaurant to restaurant. Ingredients: 400 g ground pork 3/4 cup shelled shrimp 1 pc. carrot 1 pc. onion 2 stalks spring onions 1 tsp ground black pepper 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp chinese wine 1 tsp sesame oil 2 eggs wanton wrapper (100 pcs) 3/4 cup frozen green peas 1/2 cup soya oil Procedures: For the filling: In a bowl, place the ground pork and shelled shrimp. Peel and grate carrot, squeeze out water and add to the pork mixture. Chop onion and spring onion and add to the mixture. Add in all other ingredients to the pork mixture. Mix well until blended. Molding and Cooking Siomai: Place a tsp of the mixture at the center of the wrapper. Bring corners to the center and press to make an open top pouch. Set one whole green peas on top of each siomai and brush with oil. Place in a steamer and steam for 30 minutes. Serve hot with soy sauce and calamansi dipping sauce.

Restaurants on a Roll Posted: 08 Nov 2009 04:41 PM PST It might not be good for America’s waistline, but froufrou dining off petite plates is out. The recession has made us hungry for family-size piles of comfort food, skyscraping burgers, and all-you-can-eat fries. Like other segments of the retail economy, the restaurant industry has struggled over the past two years as unemployment has soared and consumers have curtailed spending. The National Restaurant Association’s performance index shows that the industry has been shrinking for 23 months in a row. High-end bistros have fared the worst, with sales at fancy restaurants like Ruth’s Chris and Morton’s Steakhouse off by 20 percent or more, as corporate customers pare expenses and other diners trade down. Casual- and family-dining places have suffered too, as people eat out less, order more takeout, or cook at home. Even fast-food chains like McDonald’s and Burger King have lost business, despite dollar meals and other deals meant to keep the fryers sizzling. Still, as in other whipsawed industries, a few survivors stand to benefit from the widespread pain. To figure out who they are, I analyzed data provided by financial research firm Capital IQ, a unit of Standard & Poor’s, to see which publicly owned restaurant companies with at least $250 million in annual sales have gained revenue and market share since the recession began near the end of 2007. Then I researched earnings reports and other sources to separate firms with strong inherent growth from those benefiting from mergers, accounting anomalies, or one-time events. Of 41 firms on Capital IQ’s initial list, only eight made the final cut. All emphasize value, whether it’s huge portions or quality for less. And all of these companies are financially healthy, with reasonable debt and the wherewithal to keep expanding despite a credit crunch. Here are the restaurants with the right recipe for lean times: Buffalo Wild Wings. Hot wings, zesty drinks, low prices, and a funky sports-themed atmosphere seem to draw crowds no matter how the economy’s doing. This Minneapolis-based chain with outlets in 41 states has grown rapidly over the past two years, thanks to its plan to open about 60 new restaurants per year. Same-store sales have risen slightly, with expansion juicing overall revenue by about 31 percent so far this year. Profits are up by 34 percent. And the company says the grand openings will continue. BJ’s Restaurants. Management might be tempted to belly up and drown their sorrows, since the majority of this chain’s 89 restaurants are in deep-recession states like California, Arizona, and Florida. But the company’s homemade ales, Chicago-style pizza, and deep-dish cookies seem to offer some comfort from the gloom, and nine new restaurant openings in 2009 have helped drive net income up 41 percent so far this year. The company hopes to open nearly a dozen new stores next year and ramp up expansion even more once the economy improves. Chipotle Mexican Grill. The fast food at these casual eateries feels slow, thanks to organic ingredients, custom combos, and an emphasis on freshness. Traffic is down at many locations, but the company has been able to compensate by raising prices, a recession rarity that signals how popular Chipotle’s burritos and spicy salads are. The company has also been able to continue a breakneck expansion plan, with new store openings for 2009 and 2010 likely to total about 250. Prices increases and expansion have boosted profits by 55 percent so far this year. Olive Garden. More food for less money hits the sweet spot these days, which makes the family-style portions at this casual Italian chain a hit with diners. Olive Garden is a division of Darden Restaurants, which also operates Red Lobster, Longhorn Steakhouse, and a few smaller chains. Olive Garden has been the best performer of the bunch, with same-store sales down slightly but overall sales up, thanks to about 35 new outlets that have opened over the past year. That helped boost overall earnings for the company by 15 percent in the most recent quarter. Panera Bread Co. This bakery-cafe chain has viewed the recession as an opportunity to impress customers with its tasty, inexpensive meals–and to steal business from competitors. It’s working. An emphasis on artisanal breads, organic chicken, seasonal specialties, and other delicacies hard to find in the suburbs–where most of Panera’s nearly 1,400 stores are located–has helped propel earnings 35 percent higher so far this year. The stock has been even more impressive, nearly doubling since the beginning of 2008. The company plans to continue expanding, opening about 20 new stores each quarter for the foreseeable future. Peet’s Coffee & Tea. Instead of the deep price cuts that some premium retailers have used to prime sales, Peet’s has doubled down on service at its nearly 200 stores and introduced upscale new offerings such as Godiva-flavored coffees. It has also reached well beyond its base in the western United States and begun selling coffee through grocery stores in New England and other regions. Earnings are up 25 percent so far this year, and Peet’s remains ambitious, aiming to offer the highest-quality coffee in every market it serves. P.F. Chang’s. This chain of snazzy Chinese joints disappointed investors recently, with third-quarter earnings that came in below expectations. But overall the firm has performed well, considering that many of its outlets are in malls–ground zero for the retail recession–and one third of them are in hard-hit California, Arizona, and Florida. Despite that, profits are up 35 percent in 2009, thanks to aggressive cost-cutting. The company plans to open nearly 20 new restaurants over the next year and to start selling a line of frozen food. And despite the recent disappointments, the stock is still up more than 40 percent since the start of 2008. Texas Roadhouse. Free peanuts and the down-market folksiness of this burger-and-steak chain with the Willie Nelson memorabilia have kept the crowds from fleeing to cheaper joints. To combat the recession, the company added lower-priced items it could still make a profit on, instead of slashing prices on existing menu items. That has helped sustain profits even though same-store sales have dipped slightly. And about 10 restaurant openings this year have helped bring in new revenue. Overall earnings are up 21 percent so far in 2009, a bigger jump than analysts expected, with 15 new restaurants planned for 2010. Best of all, the peanuts will remain free. Source: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Restaurants-on-a-usnews-2339323250.html?x=0&mod=career-work

Deep Fried Won Tons Recipe Posted: 30 Aug 2009 06:53 AM PDT Ingredients: 24 won ton skins oil for deep frying For the filling: 1/2 cup ground pork 1/2 cup cooked peeled shrimps, finely chopped 2 tsp scallion, finely chopped 1 tbsp Chinese rice wine or dry sherry 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt For the sauce: 1 tbsp corn starch 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp vinegar 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp vegetable oil Procedures: Put all the filling ingredients in a small bowl and mix thoroughly together to form a smooth mixture. On a lightly floured surface, put 1 teaspoonful of the filling on each won ton skin. Fold over from corner to corner, wetting a small part of the skin on the sides immediately around the filling. Press the sides together firmly. in a deep wok, heat oil then fry the won tons in batches for 2 to 3 minutes or until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven. Put the corn starch and mix to a paste with 4 to 5 tbsp of cold water. Stir in the remaining ingredients, except oil. Heat oil in a wok and pour in the sauce mixture. Stir over moderate heat for 3 to 4 minutes until smooth. Serve immediately with the won tons.

Yogurt Posted: 29 Aug 2009 10:11 PM PDT I love yogurt! I love its creamy sourness. Yogurt comes in many different flavors. Some brands enhanced its taste by adding fruits. Yogurt can be taken as part of your regular meals. Yogurt has become a popular health food. It offers a wide range of choices including “zero fat” to “non fat” varieties. It has become a part of the average American meals. Here are some healthy benefits of yogurt: It contains active, living cultures of lactobacillus bulgaricus and streptococus thermophilus which help keep the colon healthy and lower the risk of cancer. Look for labels “active or live cultures”. It is rich in protein, vitamins and minerals but has fewer calories making it ideal for people trying to lose weight. It is made from non-fat milk which means it is good for the bones. It is safe for the lactose intolerant because the culturing process creates lactase. This same process makes yogurt easily digestible. It is also considered a growth food specially for kids because it helps the body absorb protein from other foods. It is advisable to help your kids appreciate the benefits of yogurt as it will greatly helps them in their growing years. You can also prepare it with your desserts and if you love baking, yogurt can also be used as a substitute for milk.

Coleslaw Recipe Posted: 11 Aug 2009 07:53 AM PDT Coleslaw is a salad consisting primarily of shredded raw cabbage. It can also include shredded carrots. There are many variations of the recipe which include the addition of other ingredients, such as red cabbage, grated cheese, pineapple, or apple. It is usually mixed with a dressing which traditionally consists of vegetable oil and vinegar or a vinaigrette. In the U.S. coleslaw often contains mayonnaise; although many regional variations exist, and recipes incorporating prepared mustard are also common. A variety of seasonings may be added. The dressing is usually allowed to settle on the blended ingredients for several hours before being served. The cabbage may come in finely minced pieces, shredded strips, or small squares. Coleslaw is generally eaten as a side dish with foods such as barbecue, French fries, and other fried foods. Also, it is common as a sandwich ingredient, often placed on barbecue sandwiches, and on hamburgers and hot dogs along with chili and hot mustard. Here’s a simple coleslaw recipe: Ingredients: 1 medium cabbage, shredded 1 carrot, shredded 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits, drained 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped 1/2 cup mayonnaise Procedures: Toss ingredients together. Add mayonnaise and blend well. Serve cold.

Almond Jelly Posted: 15 Aug 2009 05:53 AM PDT Ingredients 1 439g can fruit cocktail 1 bar colorless gulaman 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup NESTLE Fresh Milk 1 tbsp almond extract Procedure Drain fruit cocktail and save syrup. Add water to syrup to make 2 cups. Pour syrup mixture in a saucepan. Shred gulaman and add to syrup mixture. Simmer over low heat until gulaman is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in NESTLE Fresh Milk and almond extract. Strain into a ring mold or square pan. Let cool until set. Unmold onto platter and arrange fruit cocktail in center and around. Or if using a square pan, cut up into cubes and serve with fruit cocktail.

Mesothelioma Posted: 29 Aug 2009 09:31 PM PDT Mesothelioma lawyers are everywhere trying to reach those people who are probably diagnosed with Mesothelioma. You may have probably observed their commercials persuading people to represent their lawsuits. However, keep in mind that not all Mesothelioma lawyers are expert in this field. Here are some things to consider before hiring a Mesothelioma lawyer: How long he has been handling this type of case? How many cases he has handled? Will he handle your case personally or refer you to other law firm? How many cases go to trial? What are the verdicts? What is law firms track record as far as this Mesothelioma  case is concerned? These are only some of the things you might want to know before entering in an agreement. Also, it will be helpful if you know the disease personally, the circumstances which may be attributed in your acquisition of Mesothelioma and many other factors that may support your claim. Here are some facts about Mesothelioma: Mesothelioma (cancer of the mesothelium) is a disease in which cells of the mesothelium become abnormal and divide without control or order. They can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs. Cancer cells can also spread from their original site to other parts of the body. Most cases of mesothelioma begin in the pleura or peritoneum. 1. Historical facts about asbestos and mesothelioma Asbestos has been used since ancient times.  Greeks and Romans wove the fibers into tablecloths, napkins, and clothes, and threw them into fires to clean them.  They also noted the slaves forced to deal with these material lived shorter lives and usually died of breathing or respiratory problems. Asbestos was used extensively in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as modern industry drove the economies of Western Europe and the United States. During the Second World War, hundreds of thousands of military personnel were exposed to asbestos on a large scale.  Many of these service people are now beginning to demonstrate symptoms of asbestos-related diseases. Many asbestos companies knew the dangers of their products, but chose to ignore or downplay the role asbestos played in many illnesses. The first reported death caused by asbestos exposure was documented in medical journals in 1924. 2.  Modern facts about asbestos and mesothelioma Over 10,000 people worldwide are diagnosed with mesothelioma or other asbestos-related conditions each year, 3,000 in the US alone. It is estimated that over 110,000 schools in the United States still contain some form of asbestos. Even though cigarette smoking does not cause mesothelioma, victims exposed asbestos who smoke suffer a 50-90% increase in the likelihood of developing lung cancers. Asbestos has been banned or regulated in many industrialized countries around the world. Post-diagnosis survival of mesothelioma is measured in months, because by the time the cancer is detected it is too advanced for treatment. Because of the long dormancy of mesothelioma, experts speculate that there will be an increase of cases for the next 20 to 30 years. 3.  Legal facts about asbestos and mesothelioma The first lawsuit regarding asbestos injury was filled in 1966 in Texas against Johns-Manville, Fibreboard, Owens Corning Fibreglas and several other manufacturers. Mesothelioma cases settle on average between $750,000 and $8 million. More than half a million asbestos cases have been filed, with 50,000 in 1998 alone. Up to 8 million people in the United States have been exposed to dangerous levels of asbestos. Asbestos still continues to pose a threat to workers in certain occupations. New legislation before the Senate of the United States called the Hatch Bill could potentially limit the amount of compensation victims of asbestos-related diseases could receive. So, if you or someone you love is suffering from mesothelioma, you have your rights. One way is to take stand against the callous asbestos industry that put their profits ahead of your health. You may be entitled to financial compensation for your pain and suffering, but it is much better to equip yourself with the right knowledge before taking your final decision.

Chicken in Coconut Milk (Bacolod Style) Recipe Posted: 26 Oct 2009 08:41 AM PDT Ingredients: 1 live native chicken 1 pc. coconut, shredded 1 head tanglad (lemon grass) 1 handful hierba buena (mint) 5 leaves yellow ginger 10 slices ginger 1 small pack sotanghon noodles salt to taste Procedures: Slaughter the live native chicken. Collect the blood. Dress the chicken. Mix the blood with the shredded coconut meat. Extract the thick coconut milk by squeezing with 1/2 cup water. Set aside. Cut the chicken into the desired sizes. Again, extract the thinner coconut milk enough to cover the chicken in the pan. Set to a boil with tanglad, ginger and salt until the chicken becomes tender. Pour in the thick coconut milk, yellow ginger, mint and sotanghon. Continue to cook until the sotanghon is done and the coconut milk becomes creamy. Note: You can add chili to have a spicy taste.

Breaded Pork Cutlets w Lettuce and Potatoes Posted: 11 Sep 2009 09:25 AM PDT I’ve bought a kilo of pork belly and cut it into pieces. When buying pork, I always choose those with thinner fats to avoid messing my blood pressure. I also bought some lettuce and potatoes which i used as side dishes. If you’ll notice, the potatoes looks like balls. I asked the vendor where it came from and he told that it was produce from the Mountain Province. I boiled the potatoes then prepare some dressing and the result is a perfect combination. Ingredients: 1 kilo pork belly, cut into pieces 1 cup flour 1 cup bread crumbs 1 egg salt and pepper 1 head lettuce potatoes cooking oil Dressing: 4 tbsp. ketchup 3 tbsp. mayonnaise salt and pepper to taste Procedures: Clean the pork belly, trim excess fats and cut into pieces. Drain. In a bowl, put pork, flour, egg, salt and pepper. Mix well until pork is coated. Heat oil in a pan. Roll pork cutlets in the bread crumbs and submerge in the frying pan. Fry pork cutlets till golden brown. Set aside In another pot, boil potatoes till soft / tender. Set aside. Wash lettuce thoroughly, drain then chop. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Mix well. In the serving plate, arrange pork cutlets, lettuce and potatoes. Sprinkle with dressing and serve!

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