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homemade clotted cream(Ashta)

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Homemade Clotted Cream(Ashta) Feb 25,2018 Clotted Cream (Ashta)  is a Lebanese cream and it's the foundation of the Lebanese dessert ( kunafah- atayef). It made from milk (which is usually my choice) ,powdered milk, half-and-half , or a combo of milk and half-and-half. cook time :15 mins INGREDIENTS  4 cups of milk (2 cups low fat and 2 cups whole milk) 8 tbsp. of corn starch 1 tbsp. of sugar 1 tsp of orange blossom water 1 tsp of rose water 1 cup of Ricotta cheese  Instruction Dissolve the corn starch in 4 cups of milk.  Heat the milk on medium heat, add the sugar. Stir from time to time , and when the mixture starts steaming, stir continuously on low heat, until it thickens ( I keep it on low heat for 5 minutes more because I like it too thick,but don't forget to keep stirring). Add the orange blossom and rose water and stir well. Remove from  heat . Let it cool and put it in the refrigerator 2-3 hours before using it. Add the Ricotta cheese to it and mix well (You can blend

How to make homemade yogurt

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How to make homemade yogurt  The health benefits of yogurt are so impressive. It's very nutritious, and eating it regularly has a lot of benefits. For example, it reduces the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, as well as aid in weight management. style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="3171951921" data-ad-format="auto"> Yogurt can be made from all types of milk. I used lactose free for my recipe, you can use any other type, full fat - 2%  Reduced fat milk, but I don't recommend to use 1% or fat free. style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="3171951921" data-ad-format="auto"> So, here it is the process: Step 1: choose your milk Step 2: Put the milk in a pan on a medium heat until it reaches 180 F if you're using thermometer. Actually I didn't. what I did is I put it on m

Photography

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Kids Photography Ideas style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="9537624696" data-ad-format="auto"> Finally I photographed my own kids. I decided to do it since it's my oldest son's birthday, and it would be a great memory for all of us. To my surprise, Hadi was the PERFECT model!. I really didn't expect that. Because, we were talking about photo session before and what I want him to do and how to pose, and he didn't like the subject at all. But as you can see he looks like a model, right? And of course I had my husband helping me and he did such a great job And now for the outfit. We always start shopping at H&M which is very fashionable for the kids and for us as well. but definitely for the kids. I found the Denim jackets and the T-Shirt. And I know that I wanted an olive color pant. And I found it at Gapkids.  They turn out super nice, fashionable and stylish

Sheet Pan Steak & Veggies

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Sheet Pan Steak & Veggies        Tender steak with sweet potatoes, potatoes and broccoli. All in one pan, which means effortless work and easy clean. style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="9537624696" data-ad-format="auto"> style="text-align: justify;"> It's super easy and the results turn super delicious! Add whatever veggies you have. Recently I'm loving  broccoli so much ,and I'm adding it with every meal I cook. I washed the potatoes and broccoli and cut them, sprinkle bbq spices, salt and pepper. I always try to cook healthy. Olive oil is healthy but careful.i just added 1 tbsp. of olive oil for the sheet pan, you can add a little bit more, or you can do what I did I sprayed Pam over the seasoned veggies. style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="9537624696" data-ad-f

Anise Cookie Ring (kaak b yansoon) Recipe

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Middle Eastern Anise Cookies These Anise Cookies are the most delicious cookies you can bake. They are crunchy, not too sweet and I consider it as healthy cookie. It is usually presented with a cup of coffee or tea or juice. To me it's a yummy snack. style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="1706129227" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"> style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="1706129227" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"> style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-6200059843961468" data-ad-slot="1706129227" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"> Anise Cookie Ring:Middle Eastern Anise Cookies: Abou