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Ingredients
1 large onion, finely sliced
4 oz margarine
1 1/2 inch fresh ginger, minced
1 cl garlic, minced
1/2 lb fresh peas
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup cashew nuts, chopped
2 cup basmatic rice
3 cup water
2 ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 salt to taste
Directions
Fry the onions in the margarine till golden brown. Add the ginger and
garlic. Cook over low flame for about 2 minutes. Add peas, and cook for
another 2 minutes. Add nuts and raisins, cook for an a minute, then add
the rice and cook 2 minutes. Add the water and bring to a boil. Add
tomatoes and salt to taste. Cover and simmer over a low flame for about 20
minutes, until done. Source: The San Diego Union Food Section, Sept 1, 1994
Brought to you and yours via Nancy O'Brion and her Meal-Master.
Servings: 8
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Brassicas, Healthy super foods that help with Your diet (eg. Kale, Boiled potatoes, Mizuna and Radishes) Altthough not always popular with children, these are rich in vitamins (including vitamin c and folate), minerals (eg. selenium), isothiocyanates, antioxidents and indole-3-carbinol. Amongst many other great health giving properties, the minerals and nutrients in these are thought to reduce the risk of cancer. Foods containing allyl sulfides ( includes pickled shallots, leeks and spring onions) The onion, leek and garlic family of foods is high in allyl sulfides, a chemical which experts believe could be linked to a reduced risk of stomach and colon cancer. Even though there is insufficient scientific proof available, allyl sulphides are also thought by many researchers to reduce problems with colds, arteriosclerosis and physical exhaustion. Foods containing allyl sulfides are also good for weight loss, so should be a part of every weight loss regime. |