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Mashed potatoes are usually made up of peeled, starchy chunks of potatoes. Often russet potatoes are recommended because they can give you the fluffiest, smoothest mash. They tend to fall apart easily during cooking, where they absorb butter and cream well. Ingredients needed for (1) Serving: 2 medium russet potatoes (to be peeled & cut into quarters for easier boiling) 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter Dash of pepper Light sour cream for extra flavoring 1/4 cup of hot milk Full recipe: Place the serving of potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover them. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to it. Boil the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes by reducing the heat to medium-low. Try piercing a cut-sized potato with a fork to break it apart. Drain away the hot water well. Return the potatoes to the saucepan: shake it gently over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes to remove excess moisture. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher untill no lumps appear in it. Add butter, pepper & salt to

Naturally food is descriptive by nature. Often there are different preparation methods to cook a particular meal. In fact we can discuss it as a debatable topic which can be narrowed down to inform the audience on their interest in food. As far as I can remember the distinct flavors of food, no doubt it has formed an integral part of my life. Having grown up in Singapore, there are memories and dishes that are constantly reminding me of my identity, thus providing me a wider horizon of our city. Whenever I crave for mouth-watering dishes, Jurong West 505 market and food centre is the first place that appears in my mind. It is just like any other ordinary market which casts an overview of a noisy and vibrant atmosphere that displays the passion and warm-heartedness of the locals. Within the food market itself, there is no way we can escape the pungent and fishy smell it contains of. There is a large variety of local favourites found here such as the fragrant claypot rice to wanton dumpl

Being a soup lover, it is always a heart-warming moment to drink soups that are soothing and refreshing to the throat, especially during cold weathers. Introducing this sweet Chinese dessert soup, it is spiced with the heat of ginger and scented with the fragrance of pandan leaves. Cooking this dessert soup consists of four simple ingredients;  sweet potatoes, ginger and brown sugar.  To enhance the taste and aroma of the soup, pandan leaves and dried longans are optional. Health benefits: A good source of fiber which is excellent for digestion. Rich in beta-carotene (Vitamin a), a major antioxidant. Also acts a good source of magnesium which manages stress, promotes relaxation and calmness too. Good source of Vitamins E & C Ingredients: Brown sugar with ginger (You can get it from Yue Hwa Products store) Bentong ginger Pandan leaves - 400g sweet potatoes (orange and / or yellow flesh (peeled & cut big chunks) - 2 tbsp granulated black / brown sugar - 15 (about 20g) dried longa

In Singapore, the locals tend to be picky or choosy when it comes to food selection. For some, they probably will go based on its taste, cost, religion or availability. Indeed there are varieties of different foods available. Be it organic, fast food, vegan friendly, gluten-free, dairy free etc. It depends on our preferences and what we can do with the selection we have in Singapore. Needless to say, we Singaporeans love to eat very much. The chances of finding good food here at the right places seem not much of a problem at all. In fact venues are available to meet all budgets and tastes, which range from the popular hawker centres and coffeeshops to swish, contemporary eating places. Fried Bee Hoon Coming across as a multi-ethnic country, Singapore halts as a multitude of cuisines that are categorized in accordance to the main cultures. It doesn't matter if you fancy haute cuisine, ethnic foods, vegetarian or spicy local dishes, you are bound to find great food choices. Remarkabl

Tea egg is a type of soy sauce egg which is relatively a popular snack in the Chinese community. It can also be added to medicinal herbs to boost its health-properties too. It is an easy yet convenient way of preparation. Often it is also served as a nutritious snack or dessert. Brown and bruised which can be piled high in its tea broth, braising away for hours (sometimes days on end. Similarly, it is also emulating compared to where the Japanese do use such eggs for a ramen dish. Ingredients: 3 eggs 0.67 slices ginger 1 Star Anise 0.33 cinnamon stick 0.67 bay leaves 0.67 tablespoons black tea leaves 0.33 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns 1 tablespoon light soy sauce 1.33 teaspoon sugar 0.67 teaspoons salt 0.67 tablespoons Shaoxing wine 2.33 cups water (to ensure that all eggs are submerged) Note: For the sauce base, you can try getting a packet of the five-spice powder from Yue Hwa Products store to save time in finding the separate ingredients (one by one). Recipe: 1) Bring the eggs to ro

As we set in to curb the COVID-19 virus and with mostly people working from home these days, we have to adapt to a healthy lifestyle change by adopting a healthier diet. Over the years, Singapore has seen a progressive shift towards sedentary lifestyle habits and hiking obesity rates. In order to boost the health of Singaporeans, continuous efforts are initiated to shift eating habits and encourage the majority of residents to pick healthier meal options. How do we recognize the importance of healthy eating? To maintain a healthy body weight and lowering risks of obesity, we should concentrate the focus on the choice of foods that comes with a high nutritional value. Not only do we need calories for energy, they are also required to avoid "empty" calorie foods with little to no nutritional value. Exercise discipline on Food Intake According to a conducted survey carried out by HPB, "Singaporeans are consuming less sugar from drinks, but more from food, for example, conf

Popcorn chicken are popular with consumers who like to grab them on the run. They are small-bite size pieces of poultry that have been breaded or battered and fried. Moreover, they are easy to pack in lunch boxes and are usually made for more genteel dining with a fork. It is termed as a modern moniker, as the small cubes of chicken resemble popcorn after being fried. Ingredients: 3 cups of flour 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 eggs 2 tablespoons lemon juice oil for frying 3skinless, bonless chicken breasts, cubed Full recipe: 1. Mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together.in a bowl.     Beat eggs and lemon juice together in a separate bowl. 2. Heat 1/ 1/2 to 2 inches of oil in a large pot over medium heat. 3. Dip the chicken pieces into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and again|     into the flour mixture. 4.Test the oil to make sure it is hot enough- a small am

How do we determine the quality of life that contains in every cell of our bodies? To simplify it, food has indeed does impact a huge effect on our health. Yes, especially when busy days and constant lack of time may influence people's nutrition. Generally, food influences the state of each individual's feelings, be it good or bad, but they also weigh representation of all ages and social groups. To each of his or her own, they prefer to choose something special and having a unique style of their own. everyone is entitled to their own set of opinions of food choices. While some opt for more special food qualification needs, there are also some consumers who go for organic, imported and natural. Citing that the choice of food details is not necessarily an ideal way of living a healthy life. Naturally, the people who can't afford to spend more than they should, have less special requirements end up buying more normal cheap food instead. For many, it may become a struggle to e