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Monday Mumbles

June 21st 2010 07:30
Monday Mumbles
A few words …and a shrug along the way…

Lentils pulse legume vegan protein iron stews soups


Red Lentils

… a type of pulse, and part of the legume family


… varieties span from various types of greens and browns to yellow and red – some lentils require an overnight soak and must be thoroughly cooked

… a great source of protein, especially for vegans … best source of iron from a vegan source

… red lentils turns golden when cooked and turns soft the fastest – great in soups!

Lentils pulse legume vegan protein iron stews soups
Easy Beef Barley Lentil Soup
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Monday Mumbles

June 14th 2010 03:27
Monday Mumbles
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Monday Mumbles

May 24th 2010 07:12
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Monday Mumbles

April 12th 2010 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

March 29th 2010 06:02
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Monday Mumbles

February 15th 2010 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

February 8th 2010 01:18
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Monday Mumbles

February 1st 2010 00:08
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Tiny but Power-packed

January 27th 2010 02:28
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This age-old food has become a modern-day super food. High in alpha linolenic acids – a plant-derived omega 3 fatty-acid – its benefits are known to be immense. Many studies have shown it to lower total cholesterol and *bad* cholesterol (LDL), as well as blood pressure


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Monday Mumbles

January 25th 2010 01:18
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Monday Mumbles

January 18th 2010 00:28
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Monday Mumbles

December 21st 2009 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

December 14th 2009 00:05
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Monday Mumbles

December 7th 2009 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

November 30th 2009 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

November 23rd 2009 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

November 16th 2009 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

November 9th 2009 00:08
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Monday Mumbles

November 2nd 2009 00:01
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Monday Mumbles

October 26th 2009 00:03
Monday Mumbles
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Monday Mumbles

October 19th 2009 00:02
Monday Mumbles
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Top 10 Items for the Fridge and Pantry

October 11th 2009 12:02
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Apart from the typical condiments and the basic necessity of oil and butter, or fresh fruit and vegetables, we usually have items that we must have or like to have in the fridge and pantry.

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About... Tamarind

October 7th 2009 02:30
Tamarind fruit paste asian thai cooking recipes Koehler'sMedicinal-Plants
Koehler's Medicinal Plants

The tropical tamarind tree –native to Africa– is widely grown in Asia. The fruit of the tamarind tree is what makes it a staple in many Asian kitchens. It’s natural sourness and acidity makes it a beautiful (and key) ingredient in many savoury and spicy dishes


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A Different Type of Grass

September 24th 2009 00:01
Lemongrass how-to-use about cooking Thai Asian herbs recipes

Blowing in the wind, the bright green blades – yes, it’s actually quite sharp – of the lemongrass look like ordinary weed. As you move up to it, the soft lemon-like scent will have you realise that it’s not the kind you’re familiar with.

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The Fresh Gems of Thai Cooking

September 22nd 2009 21:38
Lemongrass basil lime chillies ingredients Thai cooking herbs

I've always loved Thai food, but was especially enlightened during my travel around Thailand where I experienced (first-hand) the beautiful explosion of flavours in Thai cooking. Not to mention, the wonderful fresh Thai herbs that are easily available everywhere (and cheap!) there.

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The *Romantic and Happy* Fruit

August 26th 2009 02:28
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Its heart shape and bright red colour makes it an ideal symbol of love and romance – and rightfully so, it was the symbol for Venus, the Goddess of Love.

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About... Garlic Chives

July 22nd 2009 22:45
garlic chives chinese asian cooking tips recipes condiment


I hate spring onions, onions…the onion-bulb family –period-. It really revolts me and gives me a headache. However, I seem to be OK with garlic chives if it’s cooked – maybe because they're the smallest species in the onion family (and isn’t as strong tasting and smelling


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About... Coriander

June 23rd 2009 03:49
Coriander cilantro herb spice cooking

Coriander is a year-round herb that is green, soft and fragrant. All parts of the plant can be used in different ways, making it a versatile herb.

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About... Hoisin Sauce

May 30th 2009 03:15
Hoisin sauce Chinese marinate cooking recipes


Hoisin Sauce, although when literally translated means ‘seafood sauce’, does not contain a hint of seafood – it’s merely the romanization of the Chinese (Cantonese) word for ‘Hoisin


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About... Fennel

May 23rd 2009 06:32
fennel fresh vegetable herb recipes

Fennel is a year-round plant/ herb/vegetable with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It grows wild in most parts of temperate Europe, and is generally considered indigenous to the shores of the Mediterranean.

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