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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Jaggery {Urdu (گڑ)} Uses and Production Informations


Jaggery {Urdu (گڑ)}

Jaggery  is widely used as a sweetener.
Best variety and class of Jaggery is only cultivated and found in India. Jaggery is known for mesmerizing tastes; especially when it is Indian Jaggery! Indian Jaggery served by us is known for their highest quality and freshness that no other can assure. Well checked by international experts; our Indian Jaggery has been highly demanded in the global marketplace. We also offer you load of varieties for Jaggery so that you get plentiful options to choose. Our palm Jaggery is also very popular in the agro food industry. Also, at our place you get Jaggeries packaged and handled in safest ways. For giving in wondrous Jaggery to world, we are rated as one of the topnotch Jaggery exporters and suppliers in India. it is very rich in iron, which, a composite of hemoglobin prevents anemia. Jaggery is especially recommended for pregnant women. It is rich in magnesium, iron, & potassium. Magnesium strengthens the nervous system & potassium is vital to conserve the acid balance in the cells. Taj Agro Products, Jaggery is chemical free! It does not contain sulphur dioxide, lime, phosphoric acid, bleaching agents or any viscosity reducers that are used in making 'extra white jaggery' by most manufacturers.
Origins and production
Jaggery is made of the products of both sugarcane and the palm tree. The sugar made from the sap of the date palm is both more prized and less commonly available outside of the regions where it is made. The sago palm and coconut palm are also now tapped for producing jaggery in South India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

All types of the sugar come in blocks or pastes of solidified concentrated sugar syrup heated to 200°C. Traditionally, the syrup is made by boiling raw sugarcane juice or palm sap in a large shallow round-bottom vessel.
Uses
Jaggery is used as an ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes across Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka. For example, a pinch of jaggery is sometimes added to sambar, rasam, and other staples in India.tajagro products Jaggery Cube
Jaggery is also added to lentil soups (dal) to add sweetness to balance the spicy, salty, and sour components, particularly in Gujarati cuisine called, add in cooking.

The Indian state of Maharashtra is the largest producer and consumer of jaggery. In Maharashtra, most vegetables curries and dals contain jaggery. Jaggery is specially used during Makar Sankranti for making sweetmeat called tilgul. Similarly, in Gujarat on Makara Sankranti, this preperation is made, and known as Tal na Ladu or Tal Sankli'. In rural Maharashtra, water and a piece of jaggery is given when someone arrives home from working under a hot sun. Kakvi, a byproduct from production of jaggery, is also used in rural Maharashtra as a sweetener. It contains many minerals not found in ordinary sugar and is considered beneficial to health by the traditional Ayurvedic medical system.

In addition, in the Indian state of Rajasthan, jaggery has a religious significance. Many of the festivals are incomplete without jaggery as it is offered to the deity during worship. Also, it is regularly consumed as a sweetener and is a part of many sweet delicacies such as gur ka chawal (lit. "jaggery rice"), a traditional Rajasthani dish.

In Gujarat famous laddus are made from wheat flour and jaggery, and also another recipe Puranpoli, which has its roots in Maharasthra, is also made using jaggery as sweetener. Also, jaggery is consider handy sweet, which is shared on any good occassion. On Engagement ceremonies jaggery is made into small particles and mixed with coriander seeds and distributed, hence in many Gujarati communities Engagement is commonly known as Gol-Dhana literally meaning Jaggery & Coriander seeds.

In Myanmar, jaggery is harvested from toddy palm syrup. In central Myanmar and around Bagan (Pagan), toddy syrup is collected solely for the purpose of making jaggery. The translucent white syrup is boiled until it becomes golden brown, and then made into bite-sized pieces. It is considered a sweet and is eaten by children and adults alike, usually in the afternoon along with a pot of green tea. It has been referred to locally as Burmese chocolate. Toddy palm jaggery is also sometimes mixed with coconut shreddings, jujube puree or sesame, depending on the area. This type of jaggery is also used in Burmese cooking, usually to add color and enrich the food.
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In Pakistani and Bengali cuisine, it is very common in making sweet dishes. Special sweet dishes are made by mixing jaggery with milk and coconut. Popular sweet dishes like la??u/na?u or pa?ishapta pi?ha are made by mixing jaggery with coconut shreddings. Jaggery is also molded into novelty shapes as a type of candy.
Other uses include jaggery toffees and jaggery cake made with pumpkin preserve, cashew nuts, pea nuts and spices.Jaggery may also be used in the creation of alcoholic beverages.

Jaggery is also considered auspicious in many parts of India, and is eaten raw before commencement of good work or any important new venture, or after good news are shared by family and friends.[citation needed] The Muzaffarnagar District in Uttar Pradesh has the largest jaggery market in the world, followed by Anakapalli of the Visakhapatnam District in Andhra Pradesh. Kolhapur a district place in western Maharashtra is also famous for its variety which is yellow in color and is most sought after in Maharashtra and Gujarat alike.Preparation of jaggery
Besides its uses as a food, jaggery may also be used to season the inside of tandoor ovens.

Potato: Far From a Devil's Food {Health Benefits of Potato}

The potato's stereotyped as a fattening food for health-conscious folks to avoid is getting another revision as scientists report that just a couple servings of spuds a day reduces blood pressure almost as much as oatmeal without causing weight gain. When prepared without frying and served without butter, margarine or sour cream, one potato has only 110 calories and dozens of healthful phytochemicals and vitamins.

A recent research found that eating potatoes was not accompanied by changes in body weight, blood fats (lipids) or glucose levels (HbA1c), but resulted in lower blood pressure: the diastolic (the lower reading of a conventional blood pressure reading such as 120/80) went down by a significant 4.3%, and systolic by 3.5%. The blood pressure went down in spite of the fact 14 of the 18 participants were also on blood pressure medication. The researchers concluded that purple potatoes are an effective agent for lowering blood pressure and thereby lower the risk of heart disease and stroke in patients with high blood pressure. Although researchers used purple potatoes, they believe that red-skin potatoes and white potatoes may have similar effects.

Eating a potato, or any type of carbohydrate rich food, won’t automatically make you fatter. However, if you are watching your weight, enjoy potatoes in moderate quantities.

Health Benefits of Potato
Potatoes are filling, moderate in calories, and non-fattening, and are an excellent way to ensure your continued success in eating healthy. Here we reveal the surprising health benefits of the humble spud.

Health Benefits of Potato
Potatoes are nutrient-dense, meaning you receive many nutrients for the amount of calories they have. The fiber is half soluble, half insoluble, so it helps to keep you regular and helps to lower cholesterol. And slowing down digestion helps to keep you full longer. Phytochemicals in potatoes include flavanoids and a recently identified compound called kukoamine that appears to help lower blood pressure.

White potatoes have just about every nutrient. One baked potato offers about 20 percent of the daily recommended amount of vitamin B6, which is good news for your heart. They are also very high in potassium, beating other potassium-rich foods. They are a good source of iron and copper, too. In fact, a potato a day is good for your heart, promoting normal blood-pressure levels.

Potatoes are exceedingly rich in Vitamin B6, a substance needed for cellular renewal, a healthy nervous system and a balanced mood. Just 100g of baked potato contains 21 per cent of the daily value of the vitamin. It is used to make neurotransmitters --substances that deliver messages from one cell to the next. Neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine are needed for the regulation of mood and Vitamin B6 is needed to make them. It is also used to make adrenaline, hormones that help us respond to stress.

Unfortunately for French fry and potato chip fans, those high cooking temperatures seem to destroy most of the healthy substances in a potato, leaving mainly starch, fat and minerals.

The Los Angeles Times published, the following information in the article, Weight gain: What is it about potatoes?
? A medium size of McDonald’s French fries (because who gets a small order?) has 380 calories, 19 grams of fat and 48 grams of carbohydrates.



? A 1.5-ounce bag of Classic Lays has 225 calories, 15 grams of fat and 23 grams of carbohydrates.

? Half a cup (repeat, half a cup) of the classic breakfast food hash browns has 235 calories, 16 grams of fat and 23 grams of carbohydrates.

? Even the relatively healthier medium baked potato has about 160 calories, less than 1 gram of fat and about 37 grams of carbohydrates. That’s without adornments -- and yes, butter counts as an adornment, not a must-have.

Cut out the extra fat and deep frying, and a typical baked potato suddenly becomes a healthy high-fibre food.

Saturday, April 2, 2011

ice cream sundae with sprinkles

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ice cream sundae with sprinkles
ice cream sundae with sprinkles

Ice cream sundae cupcakes With sprinkles

Ice cream sundae cupcake

When you want the look of an ice cream sundae but the taste of a cupcake, try these! Put a real cherry on top, or a candy one.
What You Need: 1 cupcake; white frosting; chocolate sprinkles; cherry; 1M swirl metal tip and pastry bag (no coupler needed).
How to Make It: Use 1M swirl tip to cover cupcake, making one continuous circle shape that gets progressively smaller (moving inward on the cupcake) and ends in a point at the top. Add chocolate sprinkles and cherry.

Ice Cream Sundae Recipes

Dusty Road

Dusty Road Ice Cream SundaeI had something similar to this when I was much younger at a confectionery that hand made chocolates and also had an ice cream sundae parlor inside the store. It was one of my favorite ice cream sundae recipes and I have tried to get as close as possible to the original creation.


3 average size scoops of vanilla ice cream
Malted milk powder
Maraschino Cherry on Top
Small amount of whipped cream
Place 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a dish similar to what a banana split is made in. An antique butter dish or small serving tray makes a good substitute as well. Drizzle the 3 sauces on the ice cream, one on each scoop. Sprinkle malt powder generously over all 3 scoops. Place a small dollop of whipped cream over each scoop and top with a cherry.

Independence Day

Independence Day Ice Cream Sundae 2 scoops vanilla ice cream Red Raspberry Dessert Sauce
Marshmallow creme
Wild Blueberry Syrup
Using a tulip shaped glass, pour a small amount of the wild blueberry syrup to the bottom. Place a scoop of ice cream in the glass. Add a dollop of marshmallow crème and another scoop of ice cream. Top with either a red raspberry or strawberry sauce on top. Top with whipped cream and a cherry if desired. A sprig of mint or fresh berries make a nice garnish as well.

Apple Cinnamon Delight

Apple Cinnamon Delight Ice Cream Sundae 2-3 scoops vanilla ice cream Apple Cinnamon Syrup
Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Place 2-3 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a bowl (My favorite is Breyer’s Brand natural vanilla) and top with a generous amount of Apple Cinnamon Syrup. Top with Cinnamon whipped cream.

Mocha Coffee Dream

Mocha Coffee DreamWho would have thought that coffee flavorings could work so well in your favorite ice cream sundae recipes? Just wait until you try it! Coffee Flavored Ice Cream or Vanilla Ice Cream
Mocha Chocolate Sauce
Caramel Dessert Sauce
Pour a small amount of mocha chocolate sauce in the bottom of a tulip dish. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream into the bottom of the dish and pour another small amount of mocha chocolate sauce and then caramel sauce. Top with another 1-2 scoops of ice cream. Drizzle more mocha sauce and more caramel sauce on top. Not much else is needed for this recipe. It is absolutely delicious!

Chocolate Mocha Coffee Dream



Same as above but use chocolate ice cream. Then you have the wonderful triple combination of chocolate, mocha and caramel!

Rum Caramel Cashew

2-3 scoops of Vanilla Ice CreamCaramel Dessert Sauce
Cashews (whole or halves)
Place 2-3 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a dish and ladle on a good amount of Lollipop Tree Caramel Sauce with a hint of rum. Top with loads of Fresh roasted cashews. Yummy!

Double Peanut/Double Chocolate

Double Chocolate/Double Peanut Ice Cream Sundae
2-3 scoops of chocolate ice cream
Top with a handful of Spanish peanuts

 

 

Winter Blues Chocolate Peppermint
Ice Cream Sundae

Chocolate Peppermint Ice Cream Sundae

2-3 scoops of vanilla ice cream
Peppermint hot fudge dessert sauce
Crushed peppermint candies for the topping
Candy Canes and dessert mints for decoration.
Place 2-3 scoops of ice cream in a dish or a bowl. Ladle the Peppermint Hot Fudge on top. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top and garnish with candy canes and dessert mints.
This ice cream sundae recipe should help chase the winter blues away!

English Toffee Ice Cream Sundae Recipe

English toffee ice cream sundae

2-3 scoops Vanilla ice cream
Hot Fudge Sauce
Milk chocolate English toffee baking bits
Drizzle hot fudge sauce in bottom of glass and sprinkle a small amount of toffee bits in the bottom. Add a scoop of ice cream and repeat in layers. Delicious!

Crumbled Chocolate Cookie Ice Cream Sundae

crumbled chocolate cookie ice cream sundae

2-3 scoops Vanilla ice cream
Crumbled chocolate cookie bits
Hot Fudge Sauce
Drizzle a small amount of hot fudge sauce in bottom of your dish. Sprinkle a few chocolate cookie bits and then add a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Repeat layers and finish with more crumbled chocolate cookie bits.
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Ice Cream Sundae Bar

Factor of Atlanta offers a build your own ice cream sundae bar

Ice Cream Social

The WOW! Factor of Atlanta offers a build your own ice cream sundae bar. Our premium ice cream, toppings, professional serving staff and set-up are second to none.
  • Premium Ice Cream flavors

    - Banana Bananza
    - Bubblegum
    - Butter Almond
    - Butter Pecan
    - Cherry Vanilla
    - Chocolate
    - Chocolate Chip
    - Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
    - Coffee
    - Double Chocolate Fudge
    - Dulce De Leche
    - French Vanilla
    - M&M Vanilla Fudge
    - Mint Chocolate Chip
    - Oreo
    - Peach
    - Peanut Butter Track
    - Reese's
    - Rocky Road
    - Snicker
    - Strawberry
    - Strawberry Cheese Cake
    - Strawberry Shortcake
    - Vanilla
    - Rainbow Sherbet
    - Orange Sherbet
    - No Sugar Added Flavors Available
    ...and more

  • Most popular toppings include: flavored syrups, chopped peanuts, M&Ms, crushed Oreos, sprinkles, whipped cream and cherries
  • Banana splits and brownie sundaes available
  • Sugar-free and dairy-free included to accommodate special dietary needs
  • Our set-up always includes linen tablecloths and skirts
  • Ice cream themed decorations
  • Large colorful market umbrellas provided for all events
Ice Cream Carts

Ice Cream Carts

An ice cream cart is a great option for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a single item that is quick and easy to hand out or a dessert for a meal, our individually wrapped ice cream treats are always a hit.
  • Professional, well maintained ice cream carts with umbrellas
  • All brands, including Good Humor, Breyers, Ben & Jerry’s, Dove Bars, and more
  • Professional server with every cart

Ice Cream Events

Other Cool Treat Ideas

  • Italian Ice
  • Candy Ice Cream Pies
  • Frozen Bananas on a Stick
  • Minute Maid Frozen Lemonade
  • Root Beer and Coke Floats
  • Sno Cones
  • Cheesecake on a Stick
  • Gelato
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Ice Cream Sundae Party

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Ice Cream Sundae Party Vector.
Are you looking for a unique family friendly party idea? How about throwing an Ice Cream Sundae Party? It doesn’t have to be only for the kids. What a perfect way to spend an evening or afternoon during any time of year. This could be a great half time show during football season or a child’s birthday party.
It could be just like an old fashioned ice cream social. Invite your friends or neighbors that you haven’t seen for a while to an afternoon gathering at your home. The Goal:
To try and taste as many different combinations of ice cream, dessert sauces and toppings as possible before you end up with a stomach ache!
What are you going to need? Ice Cream of course! What kinds should you buy? How much? Below are some tips on hosting your Ice Cream Sundae Party.

Favorite Ice Cream Flavors

Vanilla or French Vanilla- I would recommend a natural vanilla Ice Cream such as Breyer’s brand. It really makes a difference on how everything tastes. Plain Chocolate- something rich and creamy and milk chocolate
Maple Nut- a classic ice cream flavor
Strawberry- Tastes wonderful with a blueberry or raspberry sauce on top.
Pick your favorite flavors. Just about anything goes. Please buy good ice cream if you can. Try to stay away from too many artificial flavorings in the ice cream. It detracts from the great flavors of the dessert sauces and toppings. You don’t have to necessarily buy top shelf gourmet stuff, but stay away from the really cheap ice creams as well. You may also substitute a variety of frozen yogurts or sorbets for the regular ice cream flavors.
How much? Well, the serving size on most containers of ice cream is ½ cup. Most people will eat somewhat more than that, so take a look at whom you are inviting and if you know if someone is a big eater. Also, is this the only thing you are serving? Decide if you will have other types desserts too.
What time of day will you have the party? If this were held in place of a regular meal, your guests will eat more ice cream. I would recommend 2 to 2 ½ servings per person, so that equates to 1 to 1 ½ cups of ice cream per person. If you are serving other desserts, decrease serving portions to 2 servings per person.
If you are doing a children’s Ice Cream Sundae Party, you may want to limit the serving sizes accordingly. If you allow a bit too much sugar intake, you may have an uncontrollable mob on your hands in short order. Remember to take into consideration a child’s weight in comparison to a full grown adult. Keep the serving sizes in check and they will have plenty of fun just helping to add toppings to their creations.

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