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Tofu

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Tofu, also known as bean curd, is a food made by coagulating soy milk and then pressing the resulting curds into soft white blocks. It is a component in many East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines.[3][4] There are many different varieties of tofu, including fresh tofu and tofu that has been processed in some way. Tofu has a subtle flavor and can be used in savory and sweet dishes. It is often seasoned or marinated to suit the dish. Tofu has a low calorie count and relatively large amounts of protein. It is high in iron and depending on the coagulants used in manufacturing (e.g. calcium chloride, calcium sulfate, magnesium sulfate), it is often high in calcium and/or magnesium. How to Make Silken Tofu

Crouton

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A crouton is a piece of saut�ed or rebaked bread, often cubed and seasoned, that is used to add texture and flavor to salads, notably the Caesar salad, as an accompaniment to soups, or eaten as a snack food. The word crouton is derived from the French cro�ton, itself derived from cro�te, meaning "crust". Most people consider croutons to come invariably in the shape of small cubes, but they can actually be of any size and shape, up to a very large slice. 

Herbs and Spices

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Dill Dill , an aromatic herb (Anethum graveolens) native to Eurasia, having finely dissected leaves and small yellow flowers clustered in umbels. The leaves or seeds of this plant is used as a seasoning. Wansoy or Kinchay   According to the encyclopedia, Cilantro refers to the fresh stems and finely divided young leaves of the coriander plant, used in salads and various dishes as a flavoring and garnish. It is also called Chinese parsley, coriander. Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), also known as cilantro, Chinese parsley or dhania, is anannual herb in the family Apiaceae. It is a soft plant growing to 50 cm (20 in) tall. Theleaves are variable in shape, broadly lobed at the base of the plant, and slender and feathery higher on the flowering stems. The flowers are borne in small umbels, white or very pale pink,asymmetrical, with the petals pointing away from the centre of the umbel longer (5�6 mm) than those pointing toward it (only 1�3 mm long). The fruit is a globular, dry schizoca...

Green and Leafy Vegetables

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These veggies are the sort of generously "fibered" and (for the most part) low-carb foods that tend to both fill you up and help moderate your blood-sugar levels. So, besides giving you great nutrients, they can also help you slim down. Amaranth : with "roots" in the Americas, this plant yields both greens and grain. The greens, also known as Chinese spinach, are sometimes steamed or boiled and then mashed and mixed with various seasonings. Please note that, like spinach, amaranth contains a fair amount of oxalic acid. Artichoke : a member of the sunflower family, the mature (globe) artichoke evolves from a spectacular thistle-like blossom into its somewhat forbidding veggie form. Although it requires some prep time, the artichoke's fabulous taste and its nutritional value more than repay the effort. Arugula : mainly a salad green and also sometimes known as rocket; considered by some to be rather bitter. Asparagus : the spears of this plant are a great source o...

Jicama

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Jicama, a sweet edible root: a starchy tuberous root eaten raw in salads or cooked as a vegetable . It is a tropical plant of the pea family that produces the jicama root. Latin name: Pachyrhizus erosus 

Cream Cheese

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Cream Cheese, a soft white unmatured cheese with a high fat content.

Broas

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 Broas (ladyfingers) are commonly made from the simplest ingredients: eggs, sugar and flour. Like other sponge cakes, ladyfingers traditionally contain no chemical leavening agent, and rely on air incorporated into the eggs for their "sponge" texture. The mixture is piped through a pastry bag in short lines onto sheets, giving the cookies their notable shape. The finished ladyfingers are also commonly given to infants, being soft enough for teething mouths but easy to grasp and firm enough not to fall apart.

Favorite Sangkap-Pinoy For KNORR Healthy, Quick and Easy Recipes

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Howdy! Here are the Favorite Sangkap-Pinoy for some newly tested recipes which I believe anyone can make a delicious, quick and easy meals for family: SIDES - used for adding amazing flavor to any meal that will enhance your dishes in just minutes. MENU FLAVORS: BUFFALO CHICKEN- Zesty rice plus a touch of cayenne pepper to kick up a family-favorite flavor. STEAK FAJITAS- Seasoned rice fit for any family fiesta. BABY BACK BBQ- Sweet and tangy, the hickory-smoked flavor makes this fun new side simply finger-licking good! CHIPOTLE ROSA ROTINI- Sweet and spicy team up in rotini pasta topped with creamy chipotle tomato sauce THAI SWEET CHILI-  Lo mein noodles simmered in a spicy sweet chili sauce with a touch of real ginger.  SMOKEHOUSE BACON PARMESAN- Fettuccini pasta tossed in a smooth and creamy Parmesan sauce with the bold taste of real bacon.  RICE SIDES: CHICKEN- Rice and pasta blend in a savory chicken-flavored sauce with onions, carrots, garlic and parsley garnish. BE...