Thursday, January 28, 2010

Meatball Sandwich!!!


i got this recipe from a cooking website this morning, and i was really really hungry so i made the sandwich.
it was sooooooooo goooooooddd! u defnitely shoud try this at home kids!

INGREDIENTS:
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup bread crumbs
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 French baguette
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt, or to taste
1 (14 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
4 slices provolone cheese

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a medium bowl, gently mix by hand the ground beef, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Shape into 12 meatballs, and place in a baking dish.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cooked through.
Meanwhile, cut the baguette in half lengthwise, and remove some of the bread from the inside to make a well for the meatballs.Brush with olive oil, and season with garlic powder and salt.
Slip the baguette into the oven during the last 5 minutes of the meatball's time, or until lightly toasted.
While the bread toasts, warm the spaghetti sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
When the meatballs are done, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to the sauce.
Spoon onto the baguette and top with slices of provolone cheese.
Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes to melt the cheese.
Cool slightly, cut into servings, and enjoy!

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

IS IT OK TO…..


no need to get your knickers in a twist. experts reveal how to cringe-proof your dates and avoid relationship faux pas...

…WEAR SPANX ON A DATE?
“Yes”: the most important thing about a date is feel good about yourself, so if a body-control underwear gives you confidence, go for it!

…SCHEDULE SEX IN A RELATIONSHIP?
“Definitely!”: this is absolutely ok say Dr Janet Hall (sex-life solutions). It is easy to become lazy about sex in the long term because we’re too tired or busy. But its vital for a healthy relationship, so there’s nothing wrong with forward planning. It could be even interesting if you put a Theme each time… cant wait!!! =D

…TAKE AN OVERNIGHT BAG WHEN HE HASN’T ASKED YOU TO STAY?
“NO”: if you think you might stay, just pop a toothbrush and an extra tiny thong in your purse.

…PEE WITH THE DOOR OPEN WHEN YOURE IN A RELATIONSHIP?
“Yes”: it is ok, but don’t make a habit of it. Sometimes a little bit of innocent mystery can be a good thing.

…OFFER TO PAY ON A DATE, BUT BE MORTIFIED WHEN HE ACCEPTS?
“yes”: the person who requests the pleasure should pay for the pleasure (Dr.Bryant). “in the other words, if he asked you out, he should be picking up the tab. It’s polite to offer to contribute, but its fair enough to feel surprised when he accepts.”

…TELL HIM HE’S THE BEST LOVER EVER (even if its not true)?
“Hmm, Maybe”: “the male ego needs to be stroked,” says Dr Hall. It doesn’t matter what happened with other men before him – the key is to make him like he is the most wonderful man in the world. In return for your praise, he will think you are wonderful too, and you will benefit in and out of the bedroom. Thank God I don’t have to lie, my Man is the Best Lover EVVAAAARRRR!! =P

…TURN DOWN SEX TO PUNISH HIM?
“Never!!!!!!”: it is a sure-fire way to make him feel rejected and frustrated. Don’t do it!

…LOVE HIM TO BITS BUT FEEL PLEASED TO GET A NIGHT ON YOUR OWN?
“yes”: wanting time for yourself doesn’t mean you’re not compatible. Just be true to your self and your partner, are you spending your time your self… with friends or with someone you might end up having an affair with... if it is the last one, then it’s a NO for you.

…FAKE AN ORGASM TO MAKE HIM FEEL GOOD?
“No”: be brave and talk about what you like in bed. Being honest will mean you can both enjoy yourselves.

ways to make a fresh start



1. Buy a magazine you don’t usually read but interests you somehow.

2. Use familiar foods in an unexpected way. (Orange/ red onion/ cashew on your salad)

3. Switch the way you do your hair. This can affect your frame of mind. For example, a ponytail is a casual playful look that can make you feel more energetic and carefree. Wearing it down & straight make you feel more feminine, wearing it sideways and wavy makes you look sexy and feel sexy.

4. Listen to the radio instead of your i-pod.

5. Sleep on the opposite side of the bed.

6. Visit a family member you respect (but has different taste) & borrow their book.

7. Move your laptop to another room. Different atmosphere affect your work.

8. When you’re out dinner with friend/partner. Each order dish for the other person.

9. Have sex blindfolded or with your hands and feet tied up. Restricting one sense will amplify you and your sex-mate.

10. Buy leopard print peep-toe pumps. (That’s when u haven’t have one) I have 3 of them already, and they add attitude whether you dress style is casual, conservative or sophisticated. ;-)

11. Ask a same sex co-worker for a drink, see if you can be friends with them.

12. Request a free trial session with a personal trainer, and make that as your routine for a month.

13. Offer to babysit for family or a friend.

14. Stop by a free concert that’s unlike any music you would download.

15. While shopping with a friend, ask her to choose something she thinks will look hot on you.

16. Get a kind of DVD that you not normally watch. (foreign film/documentary)

17. Ask your partner if he/she will treat you a massage somewhere unexpected.

18. Offer to housesit for others, being in different neighborhood refresh your mind.

19. Buy a meal that you have NEVER eat before.

20. Reconnect with a friend you haven’t spent much time with lately.

21. Go to a place you used to visit years ago, but stopped going to.

22. Eat in a new restaurant

23. Re-arrange furniture in bedroom or house. I used to do this often, and this is my favorite way to make a fresh start. =)