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How to make stuffed pepper casserole
by RAHMA L ADAMU
Are you looking for a way to introduce a new diet for the family! Stuffed pepper casserole will be a good start. INGREDIENTS 1 lb ground beef ½ cup of diced onion 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped Diced bell peppers (yellow, red, orange one of each) Salt (to taste) ¼ teaspoon pepper (can be added depending on how spicy you want it) 2 diced tomatoes 2 cups of beef flavoured broth 1 can (8 oz.) of tomato sauce 1 tablespoon of soy
of shredded cheddar cheese
sauce ½ teaspoon of dried oregano 1 teaspoon of dried thyme ½ teaspoon of dried basil ½ teaspoon of dried rosemary ½ teaspoon of dried sage 1 cup of uncooked white basmati rice 1½ cups
Rooibos ice tea This is a delicious, hydrating iced tea made from caffeine-free rooibos. It is sweetened with honey and apple juice. INGREDIENTS 4 rooibos tea bags 1 litre of boiling water 80-100ml honey Juice of 1/2 a lemon 4cm piece of fresh ginger (sliced) 750ml apple juice (unsweetened) 2 apples, sliced and deseeded Ice (as needed)
HOW TO MAKE IT Place the teabags into a jug, add boiling water and allow to steep for 15 minutes (add more teabags for a stronger iced tea). Remove the teabags, add honey, lemon juice and fresh ginger and lett the tea cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until chilled. Remove ginger pieces; add applee juice to the chilled tea mixture and stir until dissolved. h Serve with lots of ice and garnish with apple slices.
PREPARATION In a saucepan, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking into small pieces as beef browns. Add bell peppers, salt and pepper. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes longer, or until peppers have started to ssoften. Reduce heat to medium; aadd tomatoes, broth, tomato ssauce, soy sauce and Italian sseasoning. Stir until well ccombined, and heat to boil. Add uncooked rice. Return to boiling; reduce heat tu to low. Cover and simmer for about 25 minutes or until fo rice is tender. ri Remove from heat; sprinkle with shredded cheese. kl With additional information from W the internet
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Decorating ideas for kids playrooms by RAHMA L ADAMU
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he rainy season is fast approaching. That means there is no more outdoor fun for kids. It is time to decorate the playrooms to discourage them from playing outside in the cold weather. Playrooms are meant for your children to sparkle and develop their imaginations. Designing the right children’s playroom can be a complex affair if not carefully planned. There are different requirements for creating a perfect playroom for your kids. When decorating a playroom, safety comes first. You need to do your research about safety issues, such as corded blinds, outlets, cabinet doors, pointy edges and lead paint; then plan for these issues in your design. Consider using low volatile organic compound paints and other healthy building materials. This isn’t your room. Bear that in mind when you embark on the project. You will have to step back from trying to implement your style when it comes
to decorating the playroom. Find ways to create the perfect space that satisfies their needs and requirement. The more imaginative and colorful, the better. Whatever the theme, add bold colours. As we all know, kids love colours, so don’t be afraid to go all out. Storage space is an important facet of the kids’ playroom; it keeps it organised, and neat. You need to provide ample space to tuck away all that mess when playtime is over. Don’t forget to make sure the furniture and shelves are accessible as this is the significant element for making the room inviting. Involve your kids in the project; allow them give the playroom an identity. It can be a great bonding experience as you get to learn new things about their likes and tastes.