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Pack The Perfect Picnic

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 20:13:19 +0000

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 02 October 2018 – Spring is in the air. What better way to welcome the warmer weather than with a picnic under our great African skies. Whether it’s with family, friends or that special someone who makes your heart skip a beat, eating al fresco is always a winner. Surprisingly, Samsung’s HotBlast microwave might be the secret weapon to make your day out one to remember.

“Making life a little easier is part of Samsung’s mission. Using advanced technologies such as the Samsung HotBlast is just one way to entice people with mouth-watering delights,” says Tracy Gordon, Head of Product Marketing – Digital Appliances Samsung South Africa.

The Samsung HotBlast will help you whip up a delicious spread in no time. The device’s innovative technology reduces cooking times significantly. Powerful hot air is blown through multiple air-holes directly onto food, so it’s cooked evenly with a crispy outside and juicy inside. Despite its compact size, the internal dimensions have been increased, so the turntable is even wider, measuring 345 mm, enabling you to cook larger plates of food. But for your day under the sun you can opt for three simple, quick and tasty ideas, guaranteed to put a smile on any picnicker’s face.

A Coffee Cup Chilaquiles

Ingredients:

1 egg
1 Tbsp milk
Salt to taste
Ground black pepper
1 Tbsp sharp cheddar cheese
5 tortilla chips, divided
1 Tbsp salsa
Sour cream
Feta cheese
Chopped green onion

Method:

Beat egg and milk with a fork in a coffee cup, adding salt and pepper to taste.
Add cheddar; stir to coat.
Break 3 or 4 tortilla chips into small pieces to fit into the cup and stir into the mixture. Add salsa.
Microwave on high until done, about 1 minute, 10 seconds.
Garnish with remaining tortilla chips, sour cream, feta and green onion.

Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients:

½ cup buttermilk
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 pcs chicken drumsticks
½ cup wheat flour
2 Tbsp sesame seeds
1 ½ tsp paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste

Method:

Mix buttermilk, mustard and garlic in a bowl.
Add drumsticks and turn to coat.
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours. It’s best to do it overnight.
Mix flour, sesame seeds, paprika, thyme, baking powder, salt and pepper in another bowl.
Place one drumstick at a time onto the pan, coat generously with the batter and shake off excess flour.
Shake off excess flour and place the chicken on the pan.
Using Samsung HotBlast, press Slim Fry (code 8: drumsticks) and adjust the knob according to the serving size of your drumsticks.
Put them on a high rack and press start.
The oven will automatically detect the cooking time based on your serving size (approximately 20 min)
Once you hear the beep sound, turn the drumsticks over and continue cooking.

And voila, it’s ready to be packed for the picnic.

A Microwave Cheesecake in a minute

Ingredients:

6 grams cream cheese, softened
2 Tbsp sour cream
1 egg
½ tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
¼ tsp vanilla
2-4 Tbsp sugar (or substitute with honey), to your taste

Method:

Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a microwave-safe bowl.
Cook on high heat for 90 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds to incorporate all ingredients.
Refrigerate until serving.
Optional: Top with fresh fruit, whipped cream and chopped nuts.

Bonus Picnic Tips
– Freeze water or juice the night before. You’ll appreciate that refreshing slush by the time you arrive.
– Wet wipes, sunscreen, insect repellents and bin bags are non-negotiable must-haves.

There you have it! From the kitchen to the great outdoors in no time. Sit back, relax and enjoy.

Source

https://www.allrecipes.com/

3-Ingredient Meals That Will Make Your Mouth Water

Fri, 08 Apr 2016 17:20:35 +0000

It’s fun preparing an elaborate recipe, but it’s not necessarily practical for everyday meals. On days when you have other things to do, you’ll probably want something that’s fast, tasty and doesn’t require too many ingredients. Meals that are happened to be made with healthy, honest-to-goodness ingredients are so much the better. Here are three examples to get you started. Aside from the salt, pepper and oil you already have in your cupboard, each meal requires just three ingredients.

“Caprese” Flatbread
A Caprese salad, made of good tomatoes and balls of fresh bocconcini cheese, is one of the finest examples of the traditional Italian approach to fresh, simple foods. For a more filling, meal-like variation on the theme, you can use those classic ingredients as toppings for a flatbread. All you’ll need is a jar of bocconcini in olive oil, ideally with basil leaves; sweet cherry or grape tomatoes; and a pizza crust, foccaccia, naan or other flatbread. The whole thing comes together in just minutes.

Putting It Together
First, preheat your Oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit or 230 degrees Celsius. Halve the tiny tomatoes and put them in a mixing bowl and then drizzle them with the oil from the bocconcini. Toss them with a bit of salt and pepper and set them aside for a few moments so the flavors can meld. Place the flatbread on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and brush it with some of the oil from the bocconcini. Scatter the tomatoes and bocconcini across the flatbread, and bake it for 8 – 10 minutes until the cheese and tomatoes are bubbling and browned. Cut it into large wedges for a light meal, or narrow fingers as an appetizer.

Squash and Sausage
If zucchini and other summer squash have a shortcoming, it’s that their flavor can be a bit underwhelming. That’s a good thing, though, because they take on the flavor of other, more assertive ingredients, such as sausage or tomatoes. Combining all three ingredients; it allows the creation for a simple, tasty meal. For this one, you’ll need three or four zucchini or yellow squash, a can of herbed diced tomatoes and 340 g of chorizo, Italian sausage, or any other flavorful sausage you prefer.

Building your Boats

Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop the flesh from the squash, leaving the hollow shells or “boats” about 1/4 inch thick. Chop the scooped-out squash. Fine-dice the chorizo, or cut the casings and crumble fresh sausage and toss it in a skillet with the squash. Stir and cook the mixture until it’s browned and slightly rendered. . Drain the juice from the tomatoes into a baking dish and stir the tomatoes into the sausage mixture. Arrange the zucchini boats in the baking dish and fill them with the sausage mixture. Bake them in your Dual oven 25 to 35 minutes at 350 F or 180 C, until tender.

Simple but Fancy
Any restaurant chef will tell you that the ideal meal is one that looks elegant but is simple to prepare. If you have a few potatoes, a couple boneless chicken breasts and a sprig of fresh herbs, you can persuasively illustrate that principle in about one hour. Prep the chicken by blotting it dry with clean paper towels and placing it into a drip-proof container. Slide it into your Samsung fridge while you prepare the rest of the meal. Don’t worry, there’s plenty of room.

Pretty in Your Pan
Halve a handful of baby red, gold potatoes. Toss them with oil and season them with salt and pepper and then spread them across the bottom of a heavy skillet or Dutch oven. Coarsely chop your chosen fresh herb, or strip it from its stems. Rosemary, tarragon, thyme and garlic chives are all good choices, though almost any fresh herb goes well with chicken. Sprinkle part of the herbs over the potatoes. Remove the chicken from your fridge and season it with salt and pepper as well. Rub the chicken with more of your fresh herbs. Place it on top of the potatoes and slide the pan into a preheated oven at 200 C for 30 to 40 minutes, until the potatoes are crisply caramelized and the chicken is cooked and golden.

The Finishing Touches
Each of these dishes stands on its own, though you can quickly add a few extra touches to make the meal more complete. For example, a crisp green salad would complement either the chicken or the flatbread. The stuffed zucchini would pair well with rice or quinoa, or sliced grilled polenta. If you’re willing to stretch the definition of an “ingredient,” replace the potatoes in the chicken dish with a store-bought mix of diced root vegetables for roasting.
Tips
• If your sausages are frozen, use the Auto Defrost function on your Samsung microwave to make them stove-ready in minutes.
• If you’re preparing multiple dishes, or cooking one and keeping another warm, slide the divider into your Dual Cooking Oven. With the divider in place, each half of the oven can be set to a different temperature as needed.

Tips on a Romantic Dinner at Home

Thu, 29 Jan 2015 11:25:20 +0000

Plan the Menu

Even if you already have a special dish in mind, it’s smart to ask your partner what she likes to eat. If she’s a vegetarian or has food allergies, you’ll need to know before planning a meal. You may want the meal to be a surprise, but it’s better to share your intended menu with your partner ahead of time. Listen to her suggestions, and you’ll look like a thoughtful and caring mate.
It’s sometimes tough to plan dinner when you or your partner has special dietary needs. You’ll find hundreds of appetizing dishes online. Search for specific food terms, such as “gluten-free” or “kosher,” followed by the word “recipes.” You can bookmark the best recipes so you’ll have plenty of choices now and for future dinners.
For something different and unexpected, try a meal of appetizers and finger foods instead of a big sit-down dinner. Finger foods work well for snacking during other activities, such as watching movies or playing games.

Atmosphere

Your home might not rival the elegance of a fancy four-star restaurant, but you can still impress your partner with a charming and romantic atmosphere. Start by cleaning up the dining room and anywhere else your partner might go, including the bathroom, kitchen, living room and bedroom. If your partner lives with you, you’ll score extra points for tidying up your home.
Choose appropriate music for the evening that both you and your partner enjoy. Make sure your playlist is set on repeat for a few hours of favourite songs or stream music from your favourite radio station so nothing interrupts your romantic evening. The Wireless Multiroom speakers can be placed throughout the house so you can either play your music playing the same song or different music for different settings.

Cooking

Don’t start cooking until your partner arrives at your home. You want to serve the meal when it’s hot and fresh; food that’s been drying out in a pot for 20 minutes isn’t very appealing. One exception is if you’re cooking a dish that takes hours to make, such as a large roasted chicken or turkey. If your partner enjoys cooking, she may offer to help you make the meal. Even if you have a small kitchen, an Oven with a cooker Hob gives you plenty of room to work together.
Prepare your ingredients in advance and have them ready to cook so your partner won’t need to wait long for the meal. Preheat the oven, chop all vegetables, measure spices and set out your pots and pans before she arrives. If you’re cooking from a recipe, read over it at least once and have it ready in the kitchen. Use your tablet’s browser or file system to display the recipe in an easy-to-see spot.

Activities

The fun doesn’t need to end after dinner. Keep the night alive by watching romantic movies on TV or dancing to the playlist of songs you set up on your computer. Go for a walk around your neighborhood or head to the local park and sit on the swings.
If you and your partner like playful competition, try some card games or board games. Your partner may prefer cooperative games that task you with solving puzzles as a team. If your partner’s not familiar with video games, stick with a game that has simple controls and a straightforward goal.