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Friday 30 March 2018
Monday 26 March 2018
Lemon Curd
Week 12 ( Save $12 )
Week 13 ( Save $13 )
With just a week before Spring officially arrives, old man winter is on his way out. There is so much more to celebrate in March: longer days: more sunlight, International Woman's Day, Spring break, St. Patrick's Day, and Easter. Whatever the occasion, why not stir up a few bottle of sunshine and bottle it!.
Mmmm, I am talking about Lemon Curd.
Lemon curd is a dessert spread made from citrus fruits such as lemon, lime, oranges. It's smooth and creamy and OH so delicious!! With a few simple ingredients, you will be spreading it on everything from cookies to macaroons.. how about sundae's to funnel cakes. Let's not forget about cakes and pies, but why stop there!
1/2 cup white sugar
3 Tbsp butter at room temperature
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 large egg at room temperature
1 large egg yolk at room temperature
1/3 cup of lemon juice (3 lemons squeezed)
dash of lemon extract (optional)
1 small canning jar
In a mixing bowl beat the butter and sugar until creamy and smooth. Add the eggs one at time until smooth. Add the lemon juice and blend.
Pour the blended ingredients into a heavy sauce pan on low heat and stir continually until the butter melts. Add the zest and extract. Keep on stirring until the curd thickens. This may take 15 to 20 minutes. Do not turn the heat up to bring to boil. You do not want to cook the eggs. When the curd has thicken or when it coats a back of the spoon it is ready. ( If you happen to cooked the eggs, you can save the curd with strainer and discarding the chunky egg whites)
Pour the curd into the jar and let it cool at room temperature. Once the curd has cooled, place a piece of plastic wrap over the jar, then twist the lid.
The curd can keep in the fridge up to 3 months. Once the curd is opened, use within 1 or 2 weeks.
Why not stir up a few bottles of lemon, lime or orange curd's one weekend for your family or friends to enjoy.
Note: green food coloring was added to the lime curd
Week 13 ( Save $13 )
With just a week before Spring officially arrives, old man winter is on his way out. There is so much more to celebrate in March: longer days: more sunlight, International Woman's Day, Spring break, St. Patrick's Day, and Easter. Whatever the occasion, why not stir up a few bottle of sunshine and bottle it!.Mmmm, I am talking about Lemon Curd.
Lemon curd is a dessert spread made from citrus fruits such as lemon, lime, oranges. It's smooth and creamy and OH so delicious!! With a few simple ingredients, you will be spreading it on everything from cookies to macaroons.. how about sundae's to funnel cakes. Let's not forget about cakes and pies, but why stop there!
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| lemon or lime ? |
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
1 large egg at room temperature
1 large egg yolk at room temperature
1/3 cup of lemon juice (3 lemons squeezed)
dash of lemon extract (optional)
1 small canning jar
In a mixing bowl beat the butter and sugar until creamy and smooth. Add the eggs one at time until smooth. Add the lemon juice and blend.
Pour the blended ingredients into a heavy sauce pan on low heat and stir continually until the butter melts. Add the zest and extract. Keep on stirring until the curd thickens. This may take 15 to 20 minutes. Do not turn the heat up to bring to boil. You do not want to cook the eggs. When the curd has thicken or when it coats a back of the spoon it is ready. ( If you happen to cooked the eggs, you can save the curd with strainer and discarding the chunky egg whites)
Pour the curd into the jar and let it cool at room temperature. Once the curd has cooled, place a piece of plastic wrap over the jar, then twist the lid.
The curd can keep in the fridge up to 3 months. Once the curd is opened, use within 1 or 2 weeks.
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| lemon and lime curd tarts with kiwi |
Why not stir up a few bottles of lemon, lime or orange curd's one weekend for your family or friends to enjoy.
Note: green food coloring was added to the lime curd
Sunday 11 March 2018
Tuesday 6 March 2018
40 bags in 40 days
Week 9 (Save $9 )
Week 10 (Save $10 )
I been seeing more and more feeds online regarding this 40 bags in 40 days challenge. What is that all about? Apparently this challenge occurs 40 before Lent. By the time I post this blog, it might be a 30 bags in 30 days challenge...which is fine, you can do the challenge anytime of the year...btw, Do we really have that much "stuff" to fill 30-40 bags?
This movement is about getting rid of all accumulated "stuff" we have collected over the years. To be able to clear closets, cabinets, counters, etc. does not only enable us to keep our house orderly but also to declutter our mind.
The challenge can be overwhelming but if you have a written plan of attacking different area, it can make the task smoother and keep you motivated. Keep a daily log, start with "baby steps" to attack the challenge, such as decluttering the front of your fridge, bathroom counter, bathroom cabinet, etc. Slowly work your way to larger tasks such as closets, kitchen cabinets, the car, etc.
What to do with all that stuff? Bag or box your unwanted items and donate it to charity or pass it along to someone who may want or need the item.
What lessons I am learning from this challenge is discipline. To be of able to declutter on a daily basis, whether it be for 10 minutes or 20 minutes. I cannot believe how many "things" are brought into one household over time. The best way to avoid bringing in more stuff into my life is to avoid hitting any stores ...and buying what I need vs. what I want.
Week 10 (Save $10 )
I been seeing more and more feeds online regarding this 40 bags in 40 days challenge. What is that all about? Apparently this challenge occurs 40 before Lent. By the time I post this blog, it might be a 30 bags in 30 days challenge...which is fine, you can do the challenge anytime of the year...btw, Do we really have that much "stuff" to fill 30-40 bags?
This movement is about getting rid of all accumulated "stuff" we have collected over the years. To be able to clear closets, cabinets, counters, etc. does not only enable us to keep our house orderly but also to declutter our mind.
The challenge can be overwhelming but if you have a written plan of attacking different area, it can make the task smoother and keep you motivated. Keep a daily log, start with "baby steps" to attack the challenge, such as decluttering the front of your fridge, bathroom counter, bathroom cabinet, etc. Slowly work your way to larger tasks such as closets, kitchen cabinets, the car, etc.What to do with all that stuff? Bag or box your unwanted items and donate it to charity or pass it along to someone who may want or need the item.
What lessons I am learning from this challenge is discipline. To be of able to declutter on a daily basis, whether it be for 10 minutes or 20 minutes. I cannot believe how many "things" are brought into one household over time. The best way to avoid bringing in more stuff into my life is to avoid hitting any stores ...and buying what I need vs. what I want.
Are you up for the challenge of decluttering ?
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