WHAT'S COOKING

SUNDAY

These words are by Pope Francis. "Rivers do not drink their own water ; Trees do not eat their own fruit ; the sun does not shine on its own self; and flowers do not spread their fragrance for themselves. Living for others is a rule of nature. We are all born to help each other. No matter how difficult it is ....... Life is good when you are happy, but much better when others are happy because of you."

MONDAY

Researchers have discovered that consuming bananas , sweet potatoes and spinach every day, could help to reverse the deadly condition of High Blood Pressure. Rich in Potassium, they help prevent Hypertension by balancing levels of salt within the body. They work in the same way as diuretics, drugs commonly used to lower blood pressure.

TUESDAY

Never use a knife on a metal surface. Sharpness of the edge goes off. Always use a chopping board. Knives should not touch another metal while being stored.

WEDNESDAY

Crumbed deep fried mushrooms, made by our son-in-law . Cut up mushrooms. Marinade in salt and pepper. Dip in a mixture of flour and cornflour (equal quantities), then add in beaten egg mixed with salt and pepper. Then roll in breadcrumbs and deep fry.

THURSDAY

Most of you must be knowing that , if you have a glut of bananas in the house,you can prevent them getting overripe, by storing them in the fridge. The skins will blacken, but inside, they will be perfectly okay. Excess bananas can be used in many preparations like smoothies, fritters, pancakes , banana bread and can be frozen to be used on a later date.

FRIDAY

I wonder how many of you use Perunkayam (Asafoetida) in your cooking? It is a must for Rasam, Sambhar and Dhall Curry. Its aroma mellows when cooked. It prevents Flatulence, added to lentils. Only a teaspoon quantity ( or half if the quantlty of curry is small) is needed.

SATURDAY

Tiramisu means Pick-me-up in Italian which most likely refers to the two caffeinated ingredients that are present in the dish, coffee and cocoa. It is a dessert first created in Sienna. It was first called English Soup. In later years, with the substitution of Mascaporne Cheese for the original custard, it has come to be called Tiramisu.