tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63843436121251931082024-02-20T10:07:02.836-08:00The Hobby ChronicleAs the name describes, this blog is a chronicle of my various hobbies and showcases my attempts to learn from the world of writing, baking, crochet, and jewelry making.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6384343612125193108.post-54233123434344755312009-07-01T18:22:00.000-07:002009-07-01T18:43:12.224-07:00An easy cornbread recipe.. yumm!!This is an easy cornbread recipe that I always whip up when I have to make a last minute side dish. The ingredients are something you can find in a pantry easily so making this recipe is a breeze! I adapted this recipe from an Epicurious recipe a while ago. Let me know how you like it!<br /><br />Easy Cornbread<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><br />1 cup cornmeal<br />1/2 cup flour<br />3 tbsp sugar<br />2 tsp baking powder<br />1/2 tsp salt<br />1 can creamed corn<br />1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter, melted and cooled<br />1 egg, beaten<br /><br />Method:<br /><br />1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Grease a square or round pan.<br />2. Mix together cornmeal, flour, sugar, and salt. Add the creamed corn, butter, and egg to the mixture. Don't overmix or the cornbread will be tough.<br />3. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, till a skewer or knife inserted comes out clean. The bread will also start pulling away from the pan.<br /><br />Cool and serve with grilled meats or chili, or eat as is!<br /><br />Do leave your comments and let me know how it turns out!! <br /><br />Ciao,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/209/AD61A9D033BF0E28B5EB0058BCB0BA1F.png" style="border: 0pt none ! important; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial;" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6384343612125193108.post-12610038930428556792009-06-30T23:12:00.000-07:002009-06-30T23:29:27.234-07:00Lipsmacking Indian cuisineImagine a delicious curry with melt in your mouth flavor, an inviting aroma, well-blended ingredients, and smooth texture - Indian food is all that and much more. I really enjoy Indian cooking, and once you get all the ingredients that constitute a dish, I'm sure you will love it too!<br /><br />There are some ingredients that are specific to Indian food and you can buy them easily at any Indian grocery store. For a list of grocery stores closest to you in the Bay Area, let me know and I'll send you the names and addresses of the ones that are in your vicinity.<br /><br />There is loads to explore in Indian cuisine and I will try to post as often as I can!<br /><br />Ciao,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/209/AD61A9D033BF0E28B5EB0058BCB0BA1F.png" style="border: 0pt none ! important; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial;" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6384343612125193108.post-27954002419832161862009-06-30T11:30:00.002-07:002009-06-30T11:36:16.485-07:00Joy of DessertsI have a great sweet tooth and love all things dessert. I found this great blog called <a href="http://joyofdesserts.blogspot.com/">Joy of Desserts</a> by Joy Valerie Cronn. She seems to have a big sweet tooth too and posts delicious dessert recipes that I can't wait to try!!<br /><br />She also has these interesting round ups and vintage recipe collections where she collects recipes related to a specific theme from all bloggers who visit her blog and want to participate. I am thinking of giving this a try and will soon post a vintage cake or cookie recipe. It will be interesting to see what others come up with!<br /><br />Ciao,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/209/AD61A9D033BF0E28B5EB0058BCB0BA1F.png" style="border: 0pt none ! important; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial;" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6384343612125193108.post-33665573844213964992009-06-29T12:00:00.001-07:002009-06-29T20:28:24.982-07:00Started writing on eHoweHow has been one place that I have been wanting to explore after reading all those wonderful reviews and reports from other writers who have had positive experiences there. I wrote about 6 articles on eHow this past week which got some page views for me.<br /><br />I hope to write more articles on eHow and Bukisa as well as write on Associated Content and Helium. My goal is to write at least 3 articles everyday. Let's see if I can achieve that! <br /><br />Here is a <a href="http://www.ehow.com/members/fjiv.html?view=3rd">link</a> to my eHow profile. Please leave your precious feedback for me to tell me how I am doing.<br /><br />Till next time,<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/209/AD61A9D033BF0E28B5EB0058BCB0BA1F.png" style="border: 0pt none ! important; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial;" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6384343612125193108.post-74565752201953977462009-06-24T17:32:00.000-07:002009-06-30T11:26:47.935-07:00Welcome!!Hi!<br /><br />Welcome to my blog! I am a writer who is also dabbles in cooking, baking, cake decorating, and crochet and jewelry-making. I love all things creative. I also like staying busy and try to make creative stuff, challenging myself to achieve success in whatever I do.<br /><br />As I have adventures with my creative attempts, I thought why not blog about my journey so that you all know of my pursuits.<br /><br />So, come on with me on this ride... there will be good and bad moments but as is my motto - "when others can do it, why can't I??!! What's the harm in trying?"<br /><br />As I sign off, I invite your feedback and helpful comments in improving my projects. Please do let me know your thoughts and opinion as I update my Hobby Chronicle!<br /><br />Ciao,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/209/AD61A9D033BF0E28B5EB0058BCB0BA1F.png" style="border: 0pt none ! important; background: transparent none repeat scroll 0% 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial;" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0