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Hed Chef
Soothe that special guy with this soup
By Hedy Khoo
February 07, 2011
THERE'S a reason why it's called the 'lunar' new year.
When you are done chomping and munching your way through that mountain of new year goodies, your figure can rival that of a full moon.
But nothing is worse than having your better half go hoarse on you.
With Valentine's Day just round the corner, you need his voice in tip-top working condition. All the better to whisper sweet nothings to you.
More importantly, to call and make a reservation for that nice cosy restaurant and order that bouquet of roses.
Even if he does lose his voice, look on the bright side.
It should not affect his ability to sign the bill for that bag or those diamond earrings you have been eyeing.
In fact, he may be in less of a position to recommend a less expensive option.
But just in case he decides to develop a cramp in his hand at the crucial pen-wielding moment, show him your love with this refreshing and soothing dessert.
It may be your sweet soup of success yet.
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PEAR & WHITE FUNGUS SOUP
INGREDIENTS
50g white fungus
35g sweet almonds
15g bitter almonds
2 China pears, peeled and cut into eight pieces each
8 red dates
120g rock sugar
4 litres water
METHOD
1. Soak the white fungus in water for 10 minutes until soft.
2. Place white fungus, red dates, sweet and bitter almonds in the water and boil for 11/2 hours.
3. Add in the China pears and boil for 15 minutes.
4. Add in the rock sugar.
5. Serve hot, or chill before serving.
Hed Chef
Soothe that special guy with this soup
By Hedy Khoo
February 07, 2011
THERE'S a reason why it's called the 'lunar' new year.
When you are done chomping and munching your way through that mountain of new year goodies, your figure can rival that of a full moon.
But nothing is worse than having your better half go hoarse on you.
With Valentine's Day just round the corner, you need his voice in tip-top working condition. All the better to whisper sweet nothings to you.
More importantly, to call and make a reservation for that nice cosy restaurant and order that bouquet of roses.
Even if he does lose his voice, look on the bright side.
It should not affect his ability to sign the bill for that bag or those diamond earrings you have been eyeing.
In fact, he may be in less of a position to recommend a less expensive option.
But just in case he decides to develop a cramp in his hand at the crucial pen-wielding moment, show him your love with this refreshing and soothing dessert.
It may be your sweet soup of success yet.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PEAR & WHITE FUNGUS SOUP
INGREDIENTS
50g white fungus
35g sweet almonds
15g bitter almonds
2 China pears, peeled and cut into eight pieces each
8 red dates
120g rock sugar
4 litres water
METHOD
1. Soak the white fungus in water for 10 minutes until soft.
2. Place white fungus, red dates, sweet and bitter almonds in the water and boil for 11/2 hours.
3. Add in the China pears and boil for 15 minutes.
4. Add in the rock sugar.
5. Serve hot, or chill before serving.
