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Ginger Cookies

  Ginger cookies are delicious, spicy, and aromatic treats that are perfect for any time of the year. They are often associated with the holiday season but can be enjoyed anytime you crave a flavorful and comforting cookie. Here's a basic recipe for making classic ginger cookies: Ingredients: 100g butter 100g sugar powder 160g all-purpose flour 10g milk powder 10g custard powder 20g ginger powder 10g cinnamon powder 2 drops Vanilla essence 1 egg 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped (optional, for added ginger flavor) Additional granulated sugar for rolling the cookies Instructions: Preheat your oven to 175°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, custard powder, milk powder, ginger powder, and cinnamon powder. Mix them well. In a separate bowl, whisk together the butter, sugar, and vanilla essence until light and fluffy. Add the egg to the butter-sugar mixture and...

Mixed Sauce Pasta

 Mixed-sauce pasta refers to a pasta dish that combines two or more types of sauces to create a unique and flavorful experience. One common example of mixed sauce pasta is combining a red sauce (tomato-based) with a white sauce (cream-based). Here's a recipe for basic mixed sauce pasta:



Ingredients:

For the Red Sauce:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2-3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 can tomato sauce

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • Salt and pepper to taste


For the White Sauce :

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups milk

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pasta:

  • 225g pasta (e.g., penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)

  • Salt for boiling pasta water

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano



Instructions:
    • Cook the Pasta:

      • In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a generous amount of salt.

      • Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

      • Drain the pasta and set aside.

    • Prepare the Red Sauce:

      • In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

      • Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

      • Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.

      • Pour in the crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce and stir.

      • Add dried basil, salt, and pepper.

      • Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

    • Prepare the White Sauce:

      • In another saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

      • Add the maida and whisk constantly to create a smooth paste. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, being careful that it doesn't brown.

      • Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

      • Keep whisking and cooking until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

      • Season the sauce with salt, and pepper.

    • Combine Pasta and Sauces:

      • Add the red sauce to the white sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle dried oregano into the sauce. This will add a lovely aroma and flavor to the sauce.

      • Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.


Mixed-sauce pasta offers a delicious variety of flavors and textures, and you can get creative with your choice of sauces and ingredients. Enjoy home-made mixed-sauce pasta.

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