PININYAHANG MANOK

Enjoy this delicately flavored dish for weekend cooking. Use coconut milk for added variety and fragrance.

Cooking Skills Needed: Sauteing Simmering Cutting

Cooking Tools Needed: Knife Chopping board Saute Pan Measuring Spoon

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Ingredients2 tbspscooking oil

2 tspsGinger(cut into strips)

2 tspsGarlic(crushed)

1/2 cupOnion(sliced)

3/4 kgChicken Thigh and Leg(cut into serving portions)

2 tbspsPatis

tspPeppercorn

1/3 cupRed Bell Pepper(cut into cubes)

1 canEvaporated Milk (or 2/3 cup thick coconut milk)

1 can (227 grams)Del MontePineapple Tidbits(drained, reserve syrup)

Cooking Procedure:1. Saute ginger, garlic and onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add chicken and patis, saute for 10 minutes or until the chicken turns slightly brown and the patis has already evaporated.2. Add peppercorn and pineapple syrup. Cover and Simmer for 15 minutes.3. Add bell pepper, milk and DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits. Simmer uncovered for 3-5 minutes, stirring continuously.Makes 7 servings

Lusog Notes: Pineapple is an excellent source of fiber, which aids in digestion.

HOTDOG MENUDO

Heres a kid-friendly spin on a Filipino dish. Serve on top of rice or pan de sal halves.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Boil and Simmer How to Saut Slicing Cutting

Cooking Tools Needed: Bowls Knife Saut pan Spatula Chopping Board Measuring Cups Measuring Spoons

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Ingredients2 tbspsCooking Oil

1 tbspGarlic(crushed)

cupOnion(sliced)

200 gramsPork Pigue(cut into cubes)

150 gramsHotdog(sliced)

cupWater

cupCarrot(cut into cubes)

cupPotato(cut into cubes)

Salt(to taste)

cupRed Bell Pepper(cut into cubes)

3 tbspsRaisins

1 pouch (200 grams)Del MonteFilipino Style Tomato Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Saut garlic, onion and pork for 5 minutes. Add hotdog, 3/4 cup water, carrot, potatoes and salt to taste. Cover and Simmer for 15 minutes.2. Add DEL MONTE Tomato Sauce, bell pepper and raisins. Simmer for another 8 minutes.Makes 5 servings

Lusog Notes: This dish is rich in vitamin B1, which helps maintain appetite in your kids.LONGGANISA RICE

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Saut Slicing Simmering

Cooking Tools Needed: Spatula Bowls Knife Chopping board Saute Pan Measuring Spoon Measuring cup

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Ingredients2 tbspscooking oil

250 gleftover garlic longganisa(removed from casing)

1 tbspGarlic(crushed)

1 cupOnion(sliced)

1/4 cupRed Bell Pepper(diced)

Iodized Salt(to taste)

5 cupsCooked Rice

2 tbspsgreen onions(diced)

1 pouch (250 g)Del MonteItalian Style Spaghetti Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Saute longganisa until oil is extracted. Remove excess oil. Add garlic and onion and saute for 3 minutes.2. Add DEL MONTE Italian Style Spaghetti Sauce, bell peppers and salt. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Add rice. blend well. Top with green onions.Makes 6 servings.

Lusog Note: Good source of Vitamin B1 prevents beri-beri.

PINE-CHICKEN BURGERS WITH KETCHUP SAUCE

Cooking Skills Needed: Grilling Chopping Frying Mixing

Cooking Tools Needed: Spatula Bowls Knife Chopping board Measuring Spoon Strainer Grill Pan/ Frying Pan

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Ingredients650 gramsGround Chicken Meat(for burger)

1/2 cupOnion(chopped, for burger)

3 stalksgreen onions(chopped, for burger)

2/3 cupCarrot(grated, for burger)

3/4 tspBlack Pepper(for burger)

2 tspsSalt(for burger)

1/2 cupBreadcrumbs(for burger)

2 tbspscooking oil(for frying)

2 TbspsMayonnaise(for the sauce)

2 TbspsPineapple Syrup(for the sauce)

2 cans (227 grams each)Del MonteCrushed Pineapple(drained(reserve syrup), for burger)

1/4 cupDel MonteOriginal Blend Ketchup(for the sauce)

Cooking Procedure:1. For the Burger: Combine all ingredients. Mix well and form into patties at 1/4 cup each. Pan-grill or pan-fry in oil until cooked. Serve with sauce.2. For the Ketchup-Mayo Sauce: Mix all ingredients. Season with salt to taste.Makes 8 servings.

Lusog Note: Good source of Vitamin A- for good eyesight.

SAUTED BEEF AND SAYOTE TOPS

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Saut

Cooking Tools Needed: Sauce Pan Wooden Spoon Chef's Knife Chopping Board

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Ingredients2 tbspCooking Oil

1 clovesGarlic(finely chopped)

1 pcOnion(chopped)

150 gramsGround Beef

3 tbspHoisin Sauce(if unavailable, you can substitute with Quick N Easy BBQ Marinade)

2 bundlesSayote Tops

2 pouch (115 grams)Del MontePineapple Tidbits

Cooking Procedure:1. Saute garlic and onion in oil.2. Add beef and brown.3. Add the hoisin sauce.4. Add the sayote tops and cook until wilted.5. Add the pineapple tidbits and serve.Makes 5 servings.

Lusog Notes: Has protein- helps in the development and repair of body tissue.

BAKED TAHONGThis cheesy, garlic appetizer will always be a hot item on the table. Experiment with various types of cheese for more fun.

Cooking Skills Needed: Baking How to Boil Chopping

Cooking Tools Needed: Bowl Grater Tong Knives Casserole Chopping Board Measuring Spoons Tray

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Ingredients1 kg (large) Tahong(boiled and half shell removed)

1 headGarlic(toppings, minced)

1 tbspParsley(toppings, roughly chopped)

2 tbspBreadcrumbs

cupquickmelt cheese (toppings, coarsely grated)

1 pouch (115 grams)Del MonteQuick 'n Easy Italian Pizza Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Preheat oven to 350F.2. Arrange tahong in a tray. Spread with DEL MONTE Italian Pizza Sauce. Mix all the toppings in a bowl and top each tahong with the mixture.3. Bake for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Makes 8 servings.

Chef's Tip: Cook mussels only until the shells open. Discard shells that did not open after boiling. Closed shells mean that the mussels were not alive and eating them may cause food poisoning.

Lusog Notes: Excellent source of Iodine--helps prevent goiterTORTANG MONGGO

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Fry How to Pan-Fry

Cooking Tools Needed: Pan Fryer Sauce Pan Spatula Tong Wooden Spoon Measuring Cups Mixing Bowl

Ingredients cupGreen Monggo(dried)

1 cup (100 grams) Tagunton(fresh)

1 cupMalunggay leaves

cupAll-Purpose Flour

1 pc (medium)Onion(chopped)

3 pcEggs(beaten)

1 pouch (115 grams)Del MonteOriginal Style Tomato Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Simmer monggo in covered pan with 1 cup water for 30 minutes. Combine un-drained monggo with remaining ingredients. Season with tsp iodized fine salt and tsp pepper. Mix thoroughly.2. Put every 2 tbsp of mixture in hot oil. Flatten and cook until golden brown on both sides . Serve with DEL MONTE Ketchup or DEL MONTE Vinegar.Makes 6 servings (3 pieces per serving)

Lusog Notes: Excellent source of Calcium- for strong bones and teeth.

HOTDOG POTATO FRITATTABreakfast goodies all mixed in one plate.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Saut How to Julienne How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Pan Fryer Saut pan Knife Chopping Board Mixing Bowl

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Ingredients4 clovesGarlic(crushed)

1 pc (medium)Onion(sliced)

2 tbspButter

150 g Potatoes(cut into thin strips)

200 gramsHotdog(sliced)

100 gramsBaguio Beans(thinly sliced crosswise)

3 pcEggs(beaten)

2 tbspPowdered Milk(optional)

1/3 cupsAll-Purpose Flour

1 pouch (200 grams)Del MonteOriginal Style Tomato Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. saut garlic and onion in margarine for 5 minutes. Add potatoes and hotdogs then saut for 5 minutes. 2. Add DEL MONTE Tomato Sauce, Baguio beans, teaspoon iodized fine salt and teaspoon pepper. simmer uncovered for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Cool. Combine with eggs, milk and flour.3. Heat 1/3 cup oil in pan. Spread every 3-4 tablespoons of mixture into pan. Cook over low heat for 5-8 minutes or until set. Serve with DEL MONTE Ketchup if desired. Makes 6-8 servings

Lusog Notes: Excellent source of Vitamin A for good eyesight.

FRUITY MONGGO BUCHI

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Deep-Fry How to Boil How to Mash

Cooking Tools Needed: Deep-fry Pan Sauce Pan Tong Wooden Spoon Strainer

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Ingredients2 tbspSugar

cupMalagkit Rice

cup Sweetened Monggo(Mashed)

- cup Raw Sesame Seeds

1 can (432 grams)Del MonteFiesta Fruit Cocktail(drained, coarsely chopped (reserve syrup))

Cooking Procedure:1. Simmer drained DEL MONTE Fiesta Fruit Cocktail and sugar until almost dry (about 15 minutes). Add monggo. Set aside.2. Flatten each tablespoon of glutinous rice and place tbsp of filling at the center. Gather edges of glutinous rice and seal. Form into balls.3. Moisten each ball with reserved fiesta fruit cocktail syrup and roll in sesame seeds. 4. Deep-fry in medium heat until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.Makes 14 pieces

Lusog Notes: Good source of Protein- provides energy to the body

PORK BINAGOONGAN

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Boil and Simmer How to Saut

Cooking Tools Needed: Sauce Pan Knife Wooden Spoon Chopping Board Measuring Cups Measuring Spoons

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Ingredients600 gramsPork Kasim(cut into chunks)

1 pcOnion(sliced)

1 tbspGinger Strips

1-2 pcSiling Haba

4-5 tbsp (Raw) Bagoong Alamang

1 pouch (200 grams)Del MonteOriginal Style Tomato Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Saut onion, ginger and pork in 1 tbsp oil for 5 minutes.2. Add bagoong and sili, then Saut for 3 minutes. Add DEL MONTE tomato sauce. Saut for 5 minutes.3. Add cup water. Simmer over low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Makes 5 servings

Lusog notes: Rich in niacin which promotes normal digestion and healthy skin.

GISING-GISINGThe simple gising-gising recipe is sure to wake up your taste buds even more with the added sweetness of pineapple.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Boil and Simmer How to Saut How to Chop and Mince How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Pan Wooden Spoon Chef's Knife Chopping Board Measuring Spoons

Ingredients2 tspCooking Oil

2 tbspGarlic(minced )

cupOnion(chopped)

2 to 3 tbspBagoong Alamang

200 gramsGround Pork

PcRipe Siling Labuyo(chopped)

kgBaguio Beans(thinly sliced)

1 pouch (115 grams)Del MontePineapple Tidbits

1 pack (40 grams)Del MonteQuick 'n Easy Gata Mix(dissolved in cup water)

Cooking Procedure:1. Saut garlic and onion in 1 tsp oil. Add bagoong and cook for few minutes.2. Add pork and sili. Saut until pork is lightly browned. Add Baguio beans and DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits with syrup. Simmer until beans are almost cooked, stirring occasionally.3. Add DEL MONTE Gata mixture. Simmer for 5 minutes.Makes 6 servings

Lusog Notes: This old favorite is rich in calcium, for strong bones and teeth.

PARTY CHEESE STICKSSlivers of ham and carrots join rich cheese sauce in golden-fried wrappers. Easy and economical finger food for your next shindig.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Deep-Fry How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Piping Bag Pot Deep Fryer Tong Chef's Knife Chopping Board Paper Towels

Ingredients20 (small) pcLumpia Wrappers(cut into 2)

1 (large) pcCarrot(cut into thin sticks and blanched)

100 gramsSweet Ham(cut into sticks)

1 pouch (200 grams)Del MonteCheese Magic Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Arrange ham and carrot sticks on one side of lumpia wrapper. Pipe with DEL MONTE Cheese Sauce. Wrap and roll.2. Deep-fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.Makes 40 pieces

Lusog Notes: This delicious snack promotes strong bones and teeth because it is rich in calcium.

SOPAS SPAGHETTI

Your little ones will enjoy this milky chicken soup. Perfect for rainy days, sick days, or stay-at-home days with the whole family.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Boil and Simmer How to Saut How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Pan Wooden Spoon Chef's Knife Chopping Board Measuring Cups Measuring Spoons

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Ingredients1 pc (small)Onion(sliced)

100 gramChicken Breast Fillet(cut into strips )

cupCarrot(cubed)

1 tbspCooking Oil

2 pcHotdog(sliced )

3 litersWater

1 tspIodized Fine Salt

tspBlack Pepper

cupEvaporated Milk

1 pack (175 grams)Del MonteSpaghetti Merienda Pack(cut into 3)

1 pouch (200 grams)Del MonteCarbonara Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Saut onion, chicken and carrot in 1 tablespoon oil for 5 minutes. Add hotdog, Saut for 1 minute. Set aside.2. Boil DEL MONTE Spaghetti in 3 cups water for 8 minutes. Drain, reserve 2 cups pasta broth.3. Combine sauteed chicken mixture, pasta broth and DEL MONTE Carbonara Sauce. Allow to Simmer.4. Add spaghetti, salt and pepper. Cover and Simmer for 3 minutes. Add milk. Allow to Simmer.Makes 5 servings

Lusog Notes: Maintain strong bones and teeth with this calcium-rich soup.KITCHENOMICS EMBUTIDOMake any day feel like special occasion with this budget-friendly holiday staple.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Steam How to Cube and Dice How to Chop and Mince

Cooking Tools Needed: Bowl Steamer Knife Foil Tray Twine

Ingredients600 gramsGround Pork

3 pc (medium semi ripe) Saba(boiled and grated)

3 pcEggs(beaten)

3 pc (150 g) medium Onion

2 pc (300 g) medium Carrot

1 pc (75 g) large Red Bell Pepper(chopped)

1/3 cupSweet Pickle Relish

4 slices Sliced Bread(diced, 1 1/3 cups)

1 pouch (250 grams)Del MonteOriginal Style Tomato Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Season with 2 teaspoon iodized fine salt (or 1 tablespoon iodized rock salt and 1 teaspoon pepper). Mix thoroughly.2. Place every 1 cups of mixture on aluminium foil or colorless cellophane. Roll then fold ends (for foil) or tie both ends of cellophane with crocheting thread. Steam for one hour. Let cool then chill overnight. Slice diagonally just before serving.Makes 5 rolls

EGG SARCIADOChicken and quail eggs covered in thickened tomato sauce for a truly satisfying meal.

Cooking Skills Needed: Chopping Sauteing Simmering Boiling

Cooking Tools Needed: Pot Spatula Knife Chopping board Saute Pan

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Ingredients6 pcsEggs(hard boiled)

2 tbspscooking oil

1 tspGarlic(crushed)

2 tbspsOnion(chopped)

1/2 pcChicken Bouillon Cube

1 1/3 cupsWater

1/2 cupPotatoes(sliced)

1 cupCarrot(sliced)

1 pcEgg(beaten)

1 tspCornstarch(dissolved in tsp water)

1 tbspGreen Onion(sliced (optional))

Salt(to taste)

Pepper(to taste)

1 pouchDel MonteOriginal Style Tomato Sauce (200g)

Cooking Procedure:1. Peel and cut each egg lengthwise into two. 2. Saute garlic, onion and chicken cube. Add DEL MONTE Tomato Sauce, water, potatoes and carrots. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are cooked. 3. Add cornstarch. Simmer while stirring for 2 minutes, or until thick then add beaten egg while stirring. Add boiled eggs. Top with green onion if desired.Makes 4 servings

Chef's Tip: Make sure to add the cornstarch when the sauce is boiling then stir continuously until thick. Cooked cornstarch turns the sauce shiny.

TOFU AND TOGUE GUISADO

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Saut

Cooking Tools Needed: Sauce Pan Wooden Spoon Chef's Knife Chopping Board Measuring Cups Measuring Spoons

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Ingredients4 clovesGarlic(crushed)

1 pcOnion Medium(sliced)

200 gramsMonggo Sprouts

5 squaresTokwa(fried and cut into cubes)

1 cupsShrimp Juice

2 tbspSoy Sauce

36 stalksKinchay(sliced)

1 pouchDel MonteOriginal Style Tomato Sauce 115g

Cooking Procedure:1. Saut garlic, onions.Add the remaining ingredients except kinchay. Season with 1/2 tsp iodized rock salt, 1/4 tsp pepper and soy sauce. Simmer for 3 minutes.2. Stir in kinchay and simmer for another 2 minutes, or until cooked.Makes 6 servings

Lusog Note: Rich in Iron For healthy red blood cells.

BEANS ITALIANO

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Blanch How to Boil and Simmer How to Saut How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Bowl Saut pan Knife Spatula Casserole Chopping Board Measuring Spoons

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Ingredients250 gramsbaguio beans(each piece sliced into 2)

2 tbspCooking Oil

cupOnion(chopped)

200 gramsGround Pork

1 cupCanned Whole Kernel Corn(or 3 ears fresh yellow corn, grated)

tspIodized Fine Salt

tspBlack Pepper

literWater

2 tbspDel MonteTomato Paste

Cooking Procedure:1. Blanch baguio beans for 2 minutes in boiling water. Drain and set aside.2. Saute onion, ground pork, and DEL MONTE Tomato Paste in oil for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients except baguio beans. Simmer for 20 minutes or until corn is tender. Remove from flame then add baguio beans.Makes 6 servings.

Lusog Notes: Excellent source of Vitamin B6 - essential for red blood cell formation.

CHICKEN SARCIADODont know what to do with leftover fried chicken? Reinvent it with this recipe.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Slice Poultry How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Bowl Pan Deep Fryer Tong Whisk Wooden Spoon Chef's Knife Chopping Board

Ingredients kgChicken Meat(fresh or left over fried chicken, cut into serving portions)

4 clovesGarlic(crushed)

1 pc (medium) Onion(sliced)

1 tspPatis

1 pcEgg(beaten)

1 stalkGreen Onion(cut into strips)

1 pouch (200 grams) Del MonteTomato Sauce with MMK

Cooking Procedure:1. Season fresh chicken with teaspoon iodized fine salt and teaspoon pepper. Deep-fry until cooked. Set aside. If using left over fried chicken, no need to season. 2. Saute garlic, onion, patis and DEL MONTE Tomato Sauce for 2 minutes.3. Add chicken, cup water and teaspoon pepper. Cover and Simmer for 10 minutes. Add egg, allow to set slightly then stir. Add green onions.Make 4 servings

Lusog Notes: This flavorful dish contains niacin, an essential nutrient for proper digestion and healthy skin.

KITCHENOMICS LUMPIANG SHANGHAI (PARTY)

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Deep-Fry How to Chop and Mince

Cooking Tools Needed: Pan Fryer Knife Tong Spoon Chopping Board Mixing Bowl

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Ingredients1.8 kg large fresh Galunggong(filleted and meat chopped)

2 tbspCalamansi Juice

6 stalksKinchay(chopped)

300 gramsCarrot(chopped)

300 gramsSingkamas(chopped)

3 pcPork Bouillon Cube

180 cupOnion(chopped)

2 cupsAll-Purpose Flour

90 pc small round Lumpia Wrappers

2 pouches (250 grams each)Del MonteFilipino Style Tomato Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Scrape flesh of fish with a spoon. Remove bones. Mix with calamansi juice, 1 tsp fine salt, tsp pepper and kinchay.2. Combine with remaining ingredients except lumpia wrappers. Mix thoroughly.3. Wrap every tbsp of mixture in lumpia wrapper. Fry until golden brown. Serve with DEL MONTE ketchup.Makes 30 servings

Lusog Notes: High in vitamin B1 prevents Beri-Beri.

CHEESY EGGPLANT CARBONARA (PARTY)Make the usual carbonara more appealing with more cheese and more eggplant.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Boil and Simmer How to Fry How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Pan Fryer Knife Chopping Board Mixing Bowl

Ingredients24 pc (2.4 kg) Talong(each sliced lengthwise into 4)

6 pcEggs

3 cupsBreadcrumbs

7 cups Grated Cheese

300 gramsGreen Bell Pepper(diced)

6 pouches (200 grams each)Del MonteCarbonara Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. Mix eggplant with eggs, then Coat with bread crumbs. Fry until golden brown. Set aside. 2. Brush six 10 pans with oil, arrange half of fried eggplant slices to cover bottom of pans. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread half of DEL MONTE Carbonara Sauce over eggplants.3. Top with half of cheese and bell peppers. Repeat procedure using the remaining ingredients. Cover and Simmer for 10 minutes or until cheese melts. (Or use three 13x9 baking pans and bake at 350F for 15 minutes ) Makes 30 servings

Lusog Notes: Good source of Calcium - for healthy bones and teeth

GUISADONG GULAY AT PIAGive a tangy taste to your ordinary stir-fried vegetables.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Saut How to Cube and Dice How to Peel How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Saut pan Knife Peeler Wooden Spoon Chopping Board Measuring Spoons

Ingredients4 clovesGarlic(crushed)

1 pc (medium)Onion(sliced)

100 gramsGround Pork

kg Sayote(sliced)

2 tbspOyster Sauce(optional)

150 gramsBaguio Beans(sliced)

1 pc (small)Red Bell Pepper(diced)

1 pouch (115 grams)Del MontePineapple Tidbits(drained, syrup reserved)

Cooking Procedure:1. saut garlic, onion and pork for 5 minutes. 2. Add sayote, pineapple syrup, cup water and oyster sauce. season with salt and pepper to taste. simmer until sayote is almost tender.3. Add DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits, beans and bell pepper. simmer until cooked.Makes 4 servings (2 cups)

Lusog Notes: Rich in Lysine Promotes children's growth.

ITALIAN OMELLETEThis omelette is so easy to make, it might just turn into your morning favorite. Experiment with the filling as you improve in skill.

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Saut How to Slice Vegetables and Fruits

Cooking Tools Needed: Bowl Non-Stick Pan Whisk Wooden Spoon Chef's Knife Chopping Board

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Ingredients8 clovesGarlic(crushed)

1 pc (large)Onion(sliced)

200 gramsGround Pork(or ground beef)

kgPotato(cut into strips)

12 pcEggs(lightly beaten)

cupGreen Onion(or parsley, chopped)

1 pouch (250 grams)Del MonteItalian Style Spaghetti Sauce

Cooking Procedure:1. In two medium non-stick pans, saut garlic, onion, meat and potatoes. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes.2. Combine DEL MONTE Spaghetti Sauce, eggs, green onions, 1 teaspoons iodized fine salt (or 1 tablespoons iodized rock salt) and 1/8 teaspoons pepper. Add to the sauted mixture.3. Divide mixture into two and transfer into separate pans. Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes or until set. Slice into wedges.Makes 16 servings

Lusog Notes: Eggs are an excellent source of vitamin A, which is good for the eyes.

VEGETABLE ATCHARA

Cooking Skills Needed: How to Boil and Simmer Cutting Preserving

Cooking Tools Needed: Spatula Sauce Pan Bowls Chopping board Measuring spoons Measuring cups Sterilized Jar Knives

Ingredients cupCarrot(peeled & cut into strips, match sticks sized strips)

cupSingkamas(peeled & cut into strips)

cupRed Bell Pepper(cut into strips)

cupGreen Bell Pepper(cut into strips)

7 pcsShallots(peeled whole)

1 tbspGinger(peeled & cut into strips)

cupSugar(for syrup)

cupSalt(for syrup)

Pineapple Syrup(for syrup)

1 pouch (115 grams)Del MontePineapple Tidbits(drained(reserve syrup))

cupDel MonteRed Cane Vinegar(for syrup)

Cooking Procedure:1. Layer carrot, singkamas, red & green bell pepper, shallots, DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits and ginger on order in sterilized jar.2. Combine syrup ingredients and simmer uncovered over low heat (without stirring) for 5 minutes.3. Pour over layered vegetables while still hot. Allow to cool slightly. Cover and let stand for at least 2 days (refrigerator or room temperature) before serving.Makes 5 servings