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 Almond cake

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 Ingredients

– 5 eggs

– I margarine cup of sugar

– ½ cup of all-purpose flour

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– 1 teaspoonful of baking

powder

– -1/4 tablespoonful of

almond extract

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– -2 cups of very finely

ground blanched almonds

– -1/8 tablespoonful of salt

and ½ of tarter

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– 1tablespoonful of grated

lemon feel

– ¾ cup of finely chopped

blanched almonds.

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 Method

-In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until light gradually.

– Add half cup of the sugar, beat­ing until thick lemon coloured.

-In a bowl combine flour and baking powder.

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-Add almond extract and one cup of the grounded almonds (Mix until nuts are well distributed)

– In another bowl beat egg until foamy. Add salt and cream of tar­tar, beating until soft peaks form.

-In a remaining ½ cup sugar. Fold in lemon peel and remaining ground almonds.

-Stir a quarter of the egg mixture and blend. (Gently mould mix­ture).

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-Turn into a greased 9 by 13- inch baking pan. (Bake in a 350 degrees oven for 20 to 25 minutes until top springs back when light­ly touched.

– cool in pan on a rack for 10 minutes. Meanwhile prepare the lemon syrup.

– Cut cake into diamond- shaped pieces (make 4 length wise cuts in cake, then cut diagonally 11/4 inches apart).

-Pour hot syrup over cake and sprinkle with chopped almonds. Let cool completely.

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Nutrition

Lobsters with fried rice

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Baobab drink

Ingredients

-2 cups of cooked rice

-Oil

-2 pounds of fresh lobsters

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-1/2 tablespoonful of grinded ginger

-1/4 teaspoon salt

-1/2 onion

1 cup frozen peas

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-3 large carrots

-3 eggs

-3 tablespoonful of soy sauce

-2 tablespoonful of diced green onions

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Preparation

-Cut lobsters into bite-sized pieces and toss for 2minutes.

-Put a saucepan on fire and add a tablespoonful of oil.

-Stir in diced onion, garlic, peas, carrots and other vegetables.

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-Add rice and stir to coat. Stir occasionally until rice is warmed through.

-Add soy sauce to the rice and stir well

-Remove from heat and serve.

Benefits of Lobsters

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Snack (Baobab drink)

Ingredients

– Baobab powder

-Condensed milk

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-5 tablespoonful of honey (optional)

-1 teaspoonful of flavour (vanilla or strawberry essence)

Preparation

-Place 2 tablespoonful of baobab powder in a bowl and mix with water.

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-Set mixture aside for it to dissolve properly.

-Sieve the baobab mixture to remove lumps and fibre for a smooth drink.

– Add honey or sugar, milk and flavour to your taste.

-Best served chilled. 

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By Linda Abrefi Wadie

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Benefits of eating lobster

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Lobster fried rice

Lobster is a nutritious seafood that provides several health benefits. It is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy nutrients that support the proper functioning of the body.

– Builds and repairs body tissues: Lobster is rich in high-quality protein, which helps build muscles and repair damaged tissues.

-Supports brain health: It contains vitamin B12, which helps maintain healthy nerves and supports proper brain function.

Strengthens the immune system: Lobster contains zinc and selenium, minerals that help the body fight infections and protect cells.

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– Promotes healthy bones: It provides phosphorus and some calcium, which contribute to strong bones and teeth.

–Supports heart health: Lobster contains omega-3 fatty acids, which may help support cardiovascular health.

–Prevents anaemia: Its vitamin B12 and iron content help the body produce healthy red blood cells.

–Supports thyroid function: Lobster contains iodine, which the thyroid gland needs to produce hormones that regulate metabolism.

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–Helps maintain healthy skin: Its protein and zinc contribute to skin growth, repair and maintenance.

Supports energy production: Vitamin B12 and other B vitamins help the body convert food into energy.

Helps maintain healthy muscles: Its protein and potassium support muscle function and maintenance.Health.com

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