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Yummy Garlic Chicken Pizza

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        Whether you are hosting a party , enjoying a movie with family or just want to change up your Pizza Night , this easy Garlic Chicken Pizza is sure to please the crowd !           It's not only delicious , but in about 20 minutes you can serve your family a garlicky good , three cheese and chicken pizza that's just as good as what you'd get at a  pizza restaurant . Ingredients Serves 4 4 ounces light cream cheese , softened 1/4 cup nonfat sour cream 2 cloves garlic, mashed 1 cup cooked chicken , diced 1/2 cup red onions , cut in rings 1 tomatoes , chopped 1/2 cup mushroom , sliced 1 cup mozzarella  cheese , part    skim milk , shredded 1 pizza dough  3 tbsp Parmesan cheese  Method 1 . Preheat oven to 350 degrees . 2 . Mix together the cream cheese , sour cream and mashed garlic until smooth . 3. Spread on the pizza crust . 4 .Top with the chicken ,onion,tomato, mushrooms a...

Easy Garlic Chicken

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   Garlic chicken has always been one of my favorite foods .     No matter how simple the recipe, garlic chicken is always a hit !Garlic chicken breasts are a quick and easy meal that can be adjusted depending on how much you love garlic .          This recipe calls for sauteing the chicken breasts , which is a great way to get the most out of garlic as far as taste and health benefits .Try these easy , quick and delicious recipes . Enjoy ! Ingredients Serves 4 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 4 garlic cloves, minced 4 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp olive oil salt and pepper additional herbs and spices as desired Method 1 . Preheat oven to 450 F line a baking dish or cookie sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly brush with oil . 2 . In small saute pan ,saute garlic with the oil until tender . 3 .Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar . Add additional herbs and spices as desired . 4 . Season ...

Bang Bang Chicken

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 Bang bang chicken was traditionally served in China by street vendors in the Hanyang district who sold cold , cooked chicken drizzled with a spicy sauce as a snack  .The recipe was named bang bang chicken b ecause of the batons that were used to hammer the cleaver blades that loosed the chicken fibres for shredding .    Easy and healthy bang bang chicken recipe for you to cook a great meal for family or guests .Try this delicious bang bang chicken today !   Ingredients                   Serves 4  350 g / 12 oz boneless , skinless      chicken meat few drops of sesame oil  2 tbsp sesame paste 1 tbsp light soy sauce  1 tbsp chicken stock 1/2 tbsp salt  pinch of sugar 8 tbsp shredded lettuce leaves 1 tbsp sesame seeds, roasted     to serve            ...

Greek Chicken With Rice -

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      This is one of the easiest recipes to cook , and one of the most tempting to eat .Adjust the garlic down if it's not a favorite , and the classic taste pf cheese and oregano will still make the this dish uniquely Greek . Ingredients Serves 4 8 chicken thighs 2 tbsp corn oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves , finely chopped 175 g long- grain rice 225 ml chicken stock 800 g  canned     chopped tomatoes 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano 12 blacks olives, pitted and chopped 55 g  Feta cheese , crumbled    fresh oregano springs, to garnish Method                1. Heat the oil in a flameproof casserole . Add the chicken ,in batches , if necessary , and cook over medium heat, turning occasionally , for 8-10 minutes or until golden .  Transfer to a plate with a perforated spoon . 2 . Add the onion , garlic , rice and 50 ml /2 fl oz of the stock to the ...

Spicy Tomato Chicken

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This quick and easy grilled chicken kebab recipe is complete with a healthy soy sauce and clear honey .This is a little taste that makes for some easy cooking ! All the heavy lifting for marinating meat is done in advance and then skewers are cooked right before serving .O ne more positive side of this recipe .Make sure to soak the wooden sticks in water well in advance to prevent burning . Alternatively , these can be cooked in the oven ,using broil at the end for color is a plus .  Ingredients serves 4 500 g  skinless , boneless chicken breast 3 tbsp tomato puree 2 tbsp clear honey                                                2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary 250g cherry tomatoes fresh rosemary sprigs, to garnis...

Easy Garlicky Baked Shrimp

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        Shrimps are the most popular seafood in around world ,and these tasty prawns can be a healthy addition to diet .Shrimps are low in fat in calories and have a relatively neutral flavor that makes them a natural addition to salads , pastas, soups and stir fried dishes .These recipes offer delicious and healthy ways to cook up shrimp for lunch , dinner, or as a healthy snack .   Oven -baked shrimp is one of the better ways to cook shrimp .Frying and grilling shrimp causes flavor and moisture loss , which can make the shrimp turn out rubbery after it cooks .Cooking shrimp in the oven preserves the natural flavors you'll savor ,long after you finish eating .For the best results , use fresh shrimp ,which is unfrozen and still has its shell. The shell helps protects the flavor .moisture and texture of the shrimp .  Fresh and Frozen Shrimp Unless you live near the coast and have access to really fresh shrimp , the shrimp you buy will have been frozen...

Easy Pumpkin Cranberry Bread

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    Pumpkin Cranberry Bread Is a lovely honey colored quick bread , that is full of pumpkin puree , orange juice and sweetened cranberries .The fresh cranberries add color and a nice tart flavor to this Pumpkin Cranberry Bread .If fresh cranberries are not available , you could use dried cranberries .   Depending on the time of year 1 sometimes even replace the cranberries with raisins or chocolate chips .This bread is delicious for holiday treat .  Of course , there is no denying that the most popular pumpkin dessert is the pumpkin pie .Thanksgiving would not be complete without it ..However the pumpkin's flavor and smooth texture are also excellent in quick breads .Scones , muffins and loaves are transformed when pumpkin puree , along with ground cinnamon , ginger and cloves are added .This bread take on a muted orange color and their texture is wonderfully dense and moist .    Ingredients Make 1 loaf  300 grams  all purpose flour 8 te...

Healthy Diet Lunch

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     Mung beans are loaded with nutritional health benefits .By eating mung beans , you get high protein , low calorie food that is packed with vitamins and minerals .        This is good cleansing diet which still gives you plenty of nourishment if you have to work hard . It is good winter fast , and it is especially recommended for people over forty .Mung beans and rice are good for the kidneys , colon and digestive organs. It also beneficial in cases of constipation , or when food is not being digested thoroughly by the intestines. Mung Bean Casserole Ingredients: Serves 2  125 g mung beans 500 ml water or vegetable stock plus water to soak 1 tsp fennel seeds 1 onion , finely chopped 2 carrots ,pealed and diced 2 tbsp flat leaf parsley, chopped 1 endive handful clover sprouts salt and pepper Method 1 . Soak the mung beans in 1 litre of cold water for 6 hours . Drain and rinse well / Bring the water or stock to th...

Simple Marinated Veggie Tofu

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         Tofu is an excellent source of protein and it can be incorperated into a myriad of different recipes from enchiladas and un-meat loaves , to breakfast hash and lunch wraps .Silken tofu is easy to blend into dressings , sauces and smoothies , while firm tofu can be used as mock meat .          The color and taste of tofu is pretty bland right out of the package , it doesn't take much to spruce things up enough for incorporation into a tasty and satisfying meal . A little salt ,pepper and soy sauce rubbed into tofu before baking or frying it makes for a great stir fry meal .           Try this simple Marinated Veggie Tofu with Noodles  .Veggie and tofu Stir Fry gives you that delicious seared . Slightly smoky taste that you enjoy in a good Chinese restaurant but are the results from your own wok . Ingredients Serves 3  Marinade 175 g chilled tofu , cut into 1.5 cm cubes 3 tbsp soy sau...

Fruits Tartlets with Custard Cream

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This dessert tart is a fabulous way to use up your favorite fruits of the season .A sweet pastry dough is baked in a tart pan , filled with custard cream and then topped with kiwi , raspberries , and blueberries .It's cool , creamy and packed with fruits.The perfect end to a delicious summer meal . Health benefits of fruits : -Fruits are low in calories and fat and are a source of simple sugars , fiber and vitamins , which are essential for optimizing our health . -Fruits provide plenty of soluble dietary fiber , which helps to ward off cholesterol and fats from the body and to help in smooth bowel movements as well as offer relief from constipation ailments . -Fruits compose of many anti-oxidants such as poly-phenolic flavonoids ,vitamin C, and anthocyanins .These compounds , firstly ;help human body protected from oxidant stress, disease , and cancers ,and secondly ; help the body develop capacity to fight against these ailments by boosting our immunity level .Many frui...

Easy Carrot Cake

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  This is really healthy cake and good for your diet .Carrots are of the most widely used and enjoyed vegetables in the world , partly because they grow relatively in a number of dishes and cultural cuisines . It is typically orange in color , but purple ,white ,yellow and red carrots are out there , just not a as common .The taproot  of the carrot is the part of the vegetable most commonly eaten , although the greens are still beneficial in salads and other forms . The health benefits of carrots include reduced cholesterol , prevention from heart attacks , warding off of certain cancers , improving vision , and reducing the signs of premature aging .Furthermore , carrots have the ability to increase the health of your skin , boost the immune system , improve digestion , increase cardiovascular health, detoxify the body , and boost oral health in a variety of ways .They also provide a well rounded influx of vitamins and minerals . Secrets for Healthier Carrot Cake C...

Vanilla Butter Cookies

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This very basic cookie is tasty and so easy to whip together when you want something sweet .These are probably one of my favorite cookies to have , buttery and delicious .I like to bake them so they are still soft inside .But bake them a minute or two longer , and you have more of a sugar cookie with a bit of crunch . Ingredients A 75 g unsalted butter 75 g margarine 125 g icing sugar 1 tsp vanilla essence 1 egg  1 g salt 50 g condensed milk B 200 g all purpose flour 50 g rice flour 30 g corn flour 3 g baking powder C melted chocolate for decoration Method 1 . Beat ingredients A till fluffy and light . 2 . Sift ingredients B  and fold in lightly till become a dough . 3 . Roll the dough into 3 mm thickness and cut out desired shapes using a cookie cutter . 4 .Place on a greased baking tray and bake at 180 degrees C for approximately 20 minutes . 5 . Let cool completely before dipping ingredients C as decoration . Cookies tip: Ingredients and Me...

Easy Carob Mousse

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Carob is a great source of calcium and is wonderful chocolate alternative .It can be used in a various of dishes .This recipe is sweetened with Agave Nectar , making it a low glycemic dessert option for these watching their blood sugar levels . Enjoy these decadent mousse made with Carob Powder . Almond Carob Mousse Ingredients Serves 4 3 ripe avacado 1/4 cup almond butter 1 cup almond milk 1/4 cup Carob Powder 1/4 cup Amber Agave Nectar  Pinch of vanilla powder  Method  Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender . Place on high speed until very smooth .Refrigerate and drop with chopped fruits and nuts if desired . Enjoy ! Silken Tofu Carob Powder Ingredients Serves 4 4 tsp carob powder 4 tsp very hot water  240 g soft silken tofu 4 tsp rice syrup 4 tsp agave syrup 6 drops pure vanilla essence freshly ground cinnamon to taste 4 sprigs of mint to garnish Method 1 . Place the carob in a small bowl , add the hot water and mix ...

Healthy Mango Granita

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   The succulent mango speaks of an Aussie Summer. Perfect eaten on their own , mangoes are also delicious in salads , paired with chicken , in desserts or grilled on the barbecue .         This enjoy  recipe will keep well in the freezer for up to a month , so it is worth making up a batch when mangoes are ripe and inexpensive . Allow to thaw for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature before serving . Redcurrants Mango Granita Serves 2 Ingredients 2 ripe mangoes  juice of 1 lime  100 ml cold water 4 bunches fresh redcurrants  Method 1 . Cut the cheeks from the sides of the mangoes . Cut these in half and then slide the knife blade under the skin to remove the flesh . Trim as much flesh from the stone as possible and place all of it in the food processor or blender . 2 . Blend until you have a smooth pulp .Add the pulp juice and water and process for a further 15 seconds .  3 . Turn the puree into a plastic contain...

Healthy Lemon Tofu Chiffon Cake

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I love the lemony essence and the pillowy soft texture of this chiffon cake .This lemon chiffon cake is very light and soft and it's topped a delicious lemon glaze .From breakfast to dessert this chiffon cake will be a crowd pleaser all the time . Here is another simple and healthy recipe for a chiffon cake including tofu !   Ingredients 345 g pack firm silken tofu 3 tbsp agave syrup rind of 2 lemon plus juice of 2 100 g gram or chickpea flour 2 tsp baking powder 2 tbsp water Method 1 . Preheat the oven to 170 degrees C .Line a 500 g loaf tin with baking parchment . 2 . Place the tofu , syrup , lemon rind and juice in a mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and light . This will take 5 minutes . 3 . Mix the baking powder and flour together and beat into the tofu 2 tbsp at a time . Whisk with the mixer for a further 5 minutes . 4 . Transfer to the prepared tin and bake for 25-30 minutes until firm but still springy to the touch .Remove from ...