tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-389033372024-03-07T23:49:47.667+08:00Yet Another Food BlogCooking is my therapy. Eating too.Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.comBlogger142125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-88462739584484363722014-11-09T01:41:00.001+08:002014-11-09T01:41:20.546+08:00It's like Christmas came earlyGood - New toy from Tesco. Great - It was only RM239. Awesome - The buyer said I can just pay her back in bread.Can't wait to get started! *excited*Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-78414758373000138622014-09-26T06:00:00.000+08:002014-09-26T17:49:59.820+08:00Beef and mushroom lasagne
A recipe that takes a bit of effort, but the results are well worth the time 'cos you can tweak the ingredient amounts to your liking. More mushrooms and more cheese, please!
Serves 4-6 with a simple side salad
Ingredients:
For the ragu/meat sauce:
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
300g ground beef
250g fresh white button mushrooms, sliced
1 can diced Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-31893422089314064782014-09-22T10:30:00.000+08:002014-09-22T10:30:00.309+08:00Wonder Bread presents...I love these commercials about bread, which don't talk about bread at all.
http://www.adweek.com/news/advertising-branding/ad-day-wonder-bread-campaign-greatest-thing-well-you-know-157115
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-78875841458328348002014-09-19T16:16:00.000+08:002014-09-19T16:13:53.337+08:00Burgers on wheels
For homemade patties that are a happy medium between Ramly Burgers and pricey hipster burger joints. Don't even think about fast food chains!
Tip: Try something different, go for their crab burgers.
Address: Along Jalan 14/9, Section 14 Petaling Jaya.
Operating hours: 11.30am-5.00pm, off days not specified.
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-5988419610807213932014-09-15T12:54:00.000+08:002014-09-15T12:54:00.560+08:00Everything always looks better after ice-creamBaskin Robbins 31 Love Potion.
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-65666767865449861452014-09-12T18:53:00.000+08:002014-09-12T18:53:00.554+08:00Steamed chocolate cake
Recipe link: http://rasamalaysia.com/no-bake-chocolate-cake/2/
Since many people have asked, the texture is between a very light sponge cake and steamed pudding, with a finer crumb than baked cakes. Difficult to describe but try it, it's addictive!
Google explains why: When steamed, a cake never gets hot enough to caramelize (go through the Maillard reaction), contrary to when Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-82320580572229859832014-09-11T12:59:00.001+08:002014-11-07T12:07:31.062+08:00MyburgerlabMy usual order: The A+ burger (beef, cheddar cheese, mushrooms, grilled onion, grilled tomatoes, lettuce, secret sauce) with a side of portobello mushroom fries. Address: OUG: 8, Jalan Awan Hijau, Taman OUG, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.SeaPark: 14, Jalan 21/22, SeaPark, 46300 Petaling JayaWebsite: http://myburgerlab.com Operating hours: Tuesday-Sunday 5pm-10.15pmBeanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-1875990182612718302014-09-09T12:33:00.000+08:002014-09-10T14:22:33.682+08:00Ah-Ehsan Nasi Lemak Ayam Goreng, Paramount Garden
RM5.50 late night comfort food. Remember to ask for the freshly fried batch of chicken, and extra spicy-sweet sambal.
Oh, and the Indomee ayam goreng is pretty good too.
Address: Jalan 20/14, Paramount Garden (Taman Paramount), 46300 Petaling Jaya.
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-24028616393172219782014-09-05T11:10:00.000+08:002014-09-05T11:10:10.631+08:00Sweet and savoury mixed nuts
Recipe link: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/sweet-and-savory-mixed-nu_n_1059287.html
Hooray for healthy snacking! Double the recipe, these will go quick.
Roasting fresh herbs and nuts will fill your home with an amazing aroma.
Recipe tip: Add a dash of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick!
Put them in a pretty jar and these nuts also make impressive homemade Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-61268139750951925432014-08-30T13:00:00.000+08:002014-08-30T13:00:04.705+08:00Lurpack kitchen odyssey
An egg-cellent dramatisation of the omelette.
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-1776402848147051792014-08-28T12:30:00.000+08:002014-08-28T12:30:01.694+08:00Simple oven frittataAre you a fan of cold pizza? This crustless quiche tastes delicious hot or cold, making it a great lunchbox staple. And it's low-carb too!
Recipe for one 18x18cm pan
Ingredients:
(This is a guide, feel free to mix and match with your favourte veggies e.g. capsicum, broccoli, zucchini,corn)
6-7 eggs, beaten
Salt and pepper to taste
1/3 cup milk (I used soy)
2 tablespoons olive Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-7542416672981591622014-08-25T14:30:00.000+08:002014-08-25T14:30:01.401+08:00Yong tau foo @ Hou Xiang, Taman Sea
I think the prices are slightly higher than most places, but the portion size and quality well makes up for it. And they have also have a wide range of different chee cheong fun plating options from different states.
Bonus find: Try the assam snow ice, it's awesome!
Address: No 47-1, Jalan SS23/15 Taman Sea, 47400 Petaling Jaya.
Tel: 03-74971253
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-48192030625712156962014-08-24T17:19:00.001+08:002014-08-24T17:19:54.504+08:00LunchboxSpinach, mushroom, and scrambled egg wraps.Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-80489499482204840292014-08-22T14:00:00.000+08:002014-08-22T14:00:06.073+08:00'Lap cheong' Chinese sausage omeletteThe key to getting a nice fluffy omelette is beating the egg well to incorporate air bubbles. And not be tempted to flip the egg over multiple times or it'll dry out.
Anyone can fry an egg right? Well, just in case ;)
Makes 2 omelettes
Ingredients:
4 eggs
2 'lap cheong' Chinese sausage, skin removed and thinly sliced
Half an onion, thinly sliced and pieces separated (optional)
Salt Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-50380487002100600662014-08-20T23:39:00.002+08:002014-08-20T23:42:16.029+08:00Want. Eggs. Now.You will too after watching this video. Watch out for some of my favourite egg recipes really soon!
http://sploid.gizmodo.com/this-video-about-cooking-eggs-1623680947
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-81041805587284162632014-08-19T11:30:00.000+08:002014-08-19T11:30:00.782+08:00My favorite Japanese restaurant, Hokano has movedBut it's still in the neighborhood, yay!
The place to go to for yummy, reasonably-priced, home-cooked Japanese food. The shop is small, so be prepared to wait during peak hours and weekends.
Address: 67M(1stfloor), Jalan SS21/37 Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya
Tel: 03-77295325
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hokano-Japanese-Restaurant
Closed Tuesdays
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-40502525039507530732014-08-17T23:48:00.001+08:002014-08-17T23:51:43.117+08:00LunchboxThis week's low-carb lunchbox prep - spinach & mushroom frittata, grilled teriyaki chicken & mushrooms (for salads and wraps), and lots of fresh fruit.Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-69102065087835518212014-08-15T12:00:00.000+08:002014-08-15T12:25:22.849+08:00Best-ever browniesRecipe link: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/1223/bestever-brownies
Taste - best. Chocolate on chocolate on chocolate.
Texture - best. Crisp on top, and fudgy on the inside.
Ability to travel well - best. It's the go-to gift for parties, potlucks and house-warmings. Read tip below.
Feedback many, many taste testers - best. There have been many friendly fights over the last Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-76644411517852631552014-08-14T16:28:00.001+08:002014-09-02T12:49:26.355+08:00The evils in Pandora's Box were nothing compared to this.Crispy, salty, savoury, deep fried chicken skin. Thank goodness it's from Penang, or I'd eat it every day.Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-7434587109074018092014-08-13T12:18:00.001+08:002014-08-13T18:52:28.364+08:00Fantastic service at Kaffe Café, TTDI
Feeling full after a heavy dinner, we asked if we could split a large hot chocolate into three mugs. The barista made the effort to design three tiny coffee art portions. Three thumbs up!
Oh, and it was good hot chocolate.
Address: 33 Lorong Rahim Kajai 13, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: 03-7722 2237
Website: https://www.facebook.com/kaffecafettdi
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-39193945407900756042014-08-11T22:47:00.001+08:002014-08-12T20:11:21.499+08:00Testing blogger appTeriyaki chicken, fried baby tomatoes and tapao-ed stir fried asparagus #lunch #mostlyhomecooked #beeneecooks
Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-21281761027581135782012-02-24T14:54:00.003+08:002012-02-24T15:15:09.002+08:00Roasted whole garlicDelicious mixed in mashed potatoes, to add some spice in pasta sauces, as a dip, or mix into butter for the most awesome garlic bread spread.Ingredients:2-3 Whole garlic bulbsOlive oilDried/fresh herbs of your choice e.g. thyme, rosemaryFoil pieces each large enough to wrap one garlic bulbDirections:1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees C.2. Chop of tops of garlic bulbs until garlic is showing, don't Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-16150762965477278042012-02-23T19:08:00.007+08:002012-02-24T15:22:21.902+08:00Kenny Rogers Corn MuffinsIngredients:½ cup butter2⁄3 cup sugar ¼ cup honey 2 eggs½ teaspoon salt1 ½ cups all purpose flour¾ cup cornmeal½ teaspoon baking powder½ cup milk¾ cup frozen corn (I used one can sweetcorn kernels)Directions:1. Preheat oven to 190 degrees C.2. Mix buter, sugar honey, eggs and salt into a large bowl.3. Add flour, cornmeal and baking powder, blend throughly.4. Add milk while mixing.5.Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-44661245678901475792012-01-25T16:33:00.005+08:002012-02-24T15:16:43.155+08:00Almond CookiesThe only Chinese-ish cookies I had time to make this Chinese New Year.Recipe from a friend, with my edits below:Ingredients:400g ground almond (I used 500g)300g whole wheat flour100g all-purpose flour200g castor sugar (Or: 100g castor, 50g brown/cane) 1/8 tsp table salt or 1/4 tsp sea/mountain salt1/2 tsp baking soda100g cold butter, cubed1 cup vegetable oil - rice bran oil if available1 egg Beanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16186633904443899413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38903337.post-8739750414351620252011-11-17T23:44:00.005+08:002014-08-13T13:25:08.598+08:00Pizza @ home
Before baking.
After baking.
Pasta sauce, musrooms, sundried tomatoes, bacon, olives, CHEEZEEEE...
Pizza dough recipe link
Total time: Approximately 1 hourComments: Roll dough as thinly as possible for crispy crust, it kind of springs back again. And as tempting as it is to do so, do not pile on too many toppings!!! Lesson learnt from soggy pizza the second time I made this recipe.
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