Thursday, December 8, 2011

My first time!

First time participating in a contest that needed votes. Would you vote for me? If you would, please click on the first picture you see here (Grilled cod with orange sauce in an orange) and it will bring you to a page where you can click “like” for my blog to vote for me. Do leave a comment here to tell me you have voted so that I know. Many thanks! MUAX! MUAX!


I would like to thank you in advance for your support with a tasted and tested dessert recipe. This definitely can earn itself a place at your Christmas table. 

Last night I had dinner with my high school classmates and I brought this dessert with me to share with them. It was a happy and fun evening as always and I was SO HAPPY to meet again one of my high School classmates, Sally. We have not seen each other for 40 years after we left school. Isn’t that AMAZING to be connected again? She lives in Australia now and came back for a holiday. 

Here is the dessert I made for them and I was thrilled that they all loved it! The sweetness of the peach combined with the real tart flavor of the cranberries gives this dessert a nicely balanced taste. The cinnamon and nutmeg enhance the flavor with their fragrance. When this is served with some vanilla custard sauce or a dollop of vanilla ice cream, it is divine!

Peach and Cranberry crumble



Ingredients:
(A)
1 cup julienned fresh peaches
¾ cup fresh cranberries
2 tbs brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
(B)
120g flour
¼ salt
60g cold butter, cut into small cubes
25g castor sugar
Method:
Place (A) in a pot and cook the mixture for about 5 minutes all till the fruits are a little soft and the sugar is melted. Set aside to cool. When it is cooled a bit, transfer to a baking dish. Sift flour and salt and then add butter. Rough mix with your fingers till the mix resembles fine bread crumbs. Lightly toss in sugar and sprinkle over ((B) over (A). Bake in a preheated oven at 200C or 400F for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Best served warm with vanilla ice cream or vanilla custard sauce.

Note: I am submitting this to 

Aspiring Bakers #14: Creative Christmas Bakes (December 2011) hosted by Hankerie

and
I am submitting this to the Christmas Giveaway in The Sweet Spot
 
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66 comments:

  1. KiddothingsDecember 8, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Of course I'll vote for you. Hope you'll win! Good luck! :)

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  2. MelDecember 8, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Of course, me too, I shall vote for you! Good luck to you!

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  3. CynthiaDecember 8, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    where to vote? is it in FB? Can you provide the link ah? will sure vote for you!

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  4. Ana RegaladoDecember 8, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Like it ? LOVE IT ! hahahaha Good luck ;)

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  5. YannieDecember 8, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    I have already clicked like. Not a problem at all. Best of luck to you.

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  6. AnonymousDecember 8, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    seeing good friends aftedr so long is such a joy.I expoerienced this not long ago as well.We started up chatting like no time had passed, I hope it was this way for you as well.I think your desert was just lovely, I have just voted for you may friend, best of luck!

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  7. AnonymousDecember 8, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Quay Po, your photography always leaves me inspired. Your crumble recipe sounds delicious, too -- especially enjoyed that last photo next to the pine cone! :) As for your "vote" photo. Loved it! Did it!

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  8. AnonymousDecember 8, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    I have! Was in the first 10... Good luck, all the best...hope you'll win!

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  9. Yummy BakesDecember 8, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Just voted for you. Love this awesome dessert. :)

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  10. CocoerileyDecember 8, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Hi. Nice to "meet" you here. The desserts looks very yummy.

    Good luck for your contest. Nice day to you too.

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  11. Sonia ~ Nasi Lemak LoverDecember 8, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Veron, I'm sure vote for you..Good luck for your contest..I have frozen a bag of cranberries in the freezer, and have yet to try this type of dessert, might try this soon.

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  12. 1-2punchDecember 8, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    It looks like a winner to me! It is fun reconnecting with old friends! I voted... like it too!

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  13. 鲸鱼蓝蓝蓝December 8, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    voted~~ ：）

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  14. WendyinKK December 8, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    i voted for you too, i hope it goes vice versa, hahahaha!

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  15. mjskitDecember 8, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Your photo is gorgeous so Yes, I voted for it! What an interesting crumble. I've never had a peach and cranberry combination. It looks fabulous!

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  16. sitbynellieDecember 8, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Good luck! I voted for you gladly. I love your recipes and photographs, and your posts are excellent.

    Lovely dessert recipe!

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  17. easyfoodsmithDecember 8, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Voted for you... All the best :)
    http://www.easyfoodsmith.blogspot.com/

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  18. ann lowDecember 8, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Voted you! Good luck!! :)

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  19. Jessie-CookingMomentsDecember 8, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Quay Po, sorry I'm a bit slow here, which one you would like us to vote, the 1st picture seems to be a different course than the last 2?

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  20. SemDecember 8, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Hi, voted for you.
    Merry Xmas, silent reader and supporter.

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  21. Quay Po CooksDecember 8, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    @Kiddothings
    AWWW!! you are so supportive! MUAX!!

    @Mel
    Thanks and hugs!

    @Cynthia
    Please click on the first picture and it will bring you to a page where you will see the same picture and then click "like". Here is the link. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=331040513579369&set=a.293480484002039.92487.119185081431581&type=3&theater

    @anne
    Thanks you, Thank you, Thank you:D

    @Sheoh Yan
    You are the best!! Hugs.

    @laurie
    Thanks and hugs.

    @alittlelunch
    Thanks a million my dear. Try this recipe and i am sure you will love it.

    suituapui
    I know, many thanks. I give you 5 stars! hehe

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  22. Quay Po CooksDecember 8, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    @Yummy Bakes
    Many thanks. Hugs

    @Cocoeriley
    Nice to meet you too. So kind of you to vote for me and thanks for the compliment on the dessert. Hope to see you around often.

    @Sonia
    That's great, try this and you will love it. Thanks for the vote. MUAX!!

    @1-2Punch
    It is absolutely a blessing to reconnect with old friends and thanks a million for your vote.

    @鲸鱼蓝蓝蓝
    I am very grateful for your vote. Thanks and hugs.

    @Wendy
    Thanks for your vote and voted for you already! I will be as happy if you are the winner! Best of Luck my dear.

    @mjskit
    ya, I have never had this combination crumble before too. For me, it is trying to use up what I have in my fridge and did not expect the dessert to turn out so awesome. Thanks so much for your vote. I really appreciate it.

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  23. Quay Po CooksDecember 8, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    @sitbynellie
    Thanks very much for your vote and your compliment. It means a lot to me.

    @easyfoodsmith
    Thanks so much and I really appreciate your support.

    @Ann
    hehe, thanks for your vote and I have voted for you too. I will be VERY happy to see either you, Wendy, Shirley, Jess and other blogger friends to win if I don't make it.

    @Jessie
    Please click on the first pic and then it will bring you to the voting page. Then, you just like on "like". That's it! Thanks so much for your support. Know that it means a lot to me.

    @Sem
    Merry X'mas to you to Sem. I am so happy to know that you are my support and reader. How nice of you to vote for me and leave this comment. I am very grateful.

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  24. Jessie-CookingMomentsDecember 8, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Quay Po, I've just clicked "like" in Fb. all the best to you & do keep us updated later with the result.cheers

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  25. Nami | Just One CookbookDecember 8, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    It's actually my pleasure to support you! I already voted and I wish you the best of best luck!!!!

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  26. CloudiaDecember 8, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    what lovely presentation!

    Good luck



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  27. Sherleen.TDecember 8, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    voted for you already, and i want the real muaks...how ler? haha...

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  28. pingDecember 8, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    LIKED!! and love the crumble. Why is there no LOVE button for the crumble?

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  29. UnknownDecember 8, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    another tempting food you have here!!! LOVE IT..

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  30. GratitudeDecember 8, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Done! Hope you make it ^^ The pic was beautifully taken btw.
    +Ant+

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  31. UnknownDecember 8, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    awesome dear...u r very creative....luv the presentation!


    SYF&HWS - Cook With SPICES" Series - CARDAMOM (Dec 5th to Jan 5th)
    100 Friends/Followers & GIVEAWAY

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  32. cikmanggisDecember 8, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    all the best..I'll vote for you dear:)

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  33. Malay-Kadazan girlDecember 8, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Voted already. Looks delish.

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  34. Small KucingDecember 8, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Done..good luck

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  35. ReanaclaireDecember 8, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Like-ed already.. hope you win!!

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  36. daphneDecember 8, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    I love the presentation! So fresh. Voted.

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  37. CynthiaDecember 8, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    iLike..

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  38. That GirlDecember 8, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Good luck!

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  39. Yee ErDecember 9, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    'Like' you liao, good luck ya.

    Nice pic and ur desert make me hungry.^_^

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  40. Angie's RecipesDecember 9, 2011 at 1:20 AM

    What a pretty dish! I LIKED it. Good Luck!
    Angie

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  41. AnonymousDecember 9, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    I'm not much of a seafood person myself, but your dish looks beautiful! I voted too - good luck!

    And your crumble looks yummy!!! :)

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  42. UnknownDecember 9, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Thanks for dropping by my blog. Done voting for u. Good luck!

    Btw the peach and cranberry crumble looks yummy!

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  43. Gemma AnnDecember 9, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Hi, the food looks absolutely beautiful and must be delicious too. I have voted for you and clicked like.. Good luck my dear..:)

    Ps: all the food looks yummy and oh what great photography skills you have..

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  44. Christina KimDecember 9, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    What a great dessert, your friends must have had a blast!!:) I am so jealous; it's just so stunning :)

    Oh ya, I have voted for you too...hehe, and all the best!!:D

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  45. Quay Po CooksDecember 9, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    @Jessie
    Thanks and hug my dear. I will keep you posted.

    @Nami
    Thanks and hug.

    @Cloudia
    Thanks for the compliment and your I sure need the Good Luck:D

    @Sherleen
    Come to KL and I will cook you a dinner and give you the real MUAX!! hehe

    @ping
    I am the LOVE button for the crumble. Want to click me? hehehe

    @mars
    I guess I have to agree with you, the color of this dessert makes it very tempting.

    @Gratitude
    Many thanks and your compliment means a lot to me.

    @ANU
    Thanks so much for the compliment on my presentation. Very much appreciated.

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  46. Quay Po CooksDecember 9, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    @cikmanggis
    Thank you, thank you so so much for doing this. MUAX!

    @Malay-Kadazan girl
    Your vote is much appreciated. Many thanks and hugs.

    @Small Kucing
    Kathy, MUAX!!

    @reanaclaire
    I may not win this contest but the support from all of you made me a Winner already! Thanks and hugs!

    @daphne
    Thanks a million, you know your vote is greatly appreciated. Hugs.

    @Cynthia
    Thanks much.

    @That Girl
    Yes, I need that:D Thanks and hugs.

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  47. Quay Po CooksDecember 9, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    @Yee Er
    You know if you are nearby, I will send you the crumble right? hehe.. Thanks for voting. Hugs.

    @Angie
    Thanks and hugs for the compliment.

    @Chris
    I am the opposite of you, I LOVE seafood hehe. Thanks for liking the dish even you are not crazy about seafood. I really appreciate you take time to vote for me. Thanks so much.

    @cheeyee
    You are most welcome. Thanks for have the nice space for us to hang out. Many thanks for your vote and the compliment on the crumble.

    @Angie
    There is lots of room for improvement on my photography skill. Frankly, I am quite weak at my composition and lighting. However your compliments is very encouraging. I will work harder:D Thanks so much for your vote.

    @Christy
    Yes, my classmates all enjoyed the dessert very much and I? I enjoyed seeing them liking it hehe.. Many thanks for your vote.

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  48. UnknownDecember 10, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    Thanks for stopping by Quay Po Cooks!!! I came here to know a=more about you and found you are participating in a contest. I voted for you.

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  49. tinyskilletDecember 10, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    I will be happy to vote for you as soon as I get home...

    Everything looks fantastic!! I just love your photos. I should come over sometime and you can show me a thing or two! :)

    Happy Friday!!

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  50. The Owl WoodDecember 10, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    Stunning presentation! Voted!

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  51. MaryDecember 10, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Gorgeous photo. I'm voting now! Good luck!!

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  52. ElaineDecember 10, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    Good luck! I have voted.x

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  53. Lite Home BakeDecember 10, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Like you!

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  54. Baby SumoDecember 10, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Voted good luck!

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  55. Quay Po CooksDecember 10, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    @Uma
    You are most welcome and so sweet of you to vote for me. Thank you.

    @Lyndsey
    Sure, no hurry contest close 26 Dec. Thanks for voting.

    @The Owl Wood
    Thank you very much.

    @Mary
    Nice to see you again Mary and many thanks for your vote.

    @Elaine
    I appreciate your vote. Thanks so so much.

    @Lite Home Bake
    Thanks for liking me:D

    @Baby Sumo
    Thanks and hugs. Hope to see you next Saturday.

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  56. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    I LOVE crumbles and this one looks fantastic. OF course I will vote for you - if it's not too late. I'm off to find out. :)

    Have a lovely weekend my friend!

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  57. DianeDecember 11, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    I tried to vote but it is on Facebook, as I am not on FB I cannot vote. Sorry, it looks so very special. Diane

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  58. Quay Po CooksDecember 11, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    @Ameena, it is not too late. Many thanks for your vote. You to have a wonderful weekend with your family

    @Diana
    No worries, to know that you want to vote for me already make me a winner:D Thanks anyway. HUGS.

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  59. LuPorTiDecember 11, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Voted for you. The dessert is nice.

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  60. Quay Po CooksDecember 11, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    @All
    Today I received an email from the organiser of the competition, they said I only got 12 unique votes. I do not know what counting system they got there but looks like your votes were not counted. I apologize for that. Anyway, win or not is not important, your support and votes have already made a Winner!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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  61. LuPorTiDecember 11, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Aiya. Sad to hear that.

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  62. Jes's Deli CornerDecember 12, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Voted already. Good luck

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  63. Koh Kian FaiDecember 13, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    I just liked it! Hope it is not late yet!

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  64. Carolyn (Lil' Dahling)December 13, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    I just liked it. Hope i'm not too late.

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  65. lenaDecember 13, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    just gone over to fb at my fastest speed to click 'like'!

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  66. Quay Po CooksDecember 13, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    @All
    I got a clarification from organiser of the contest. He said the votes were counted. As of 11 Dec... here is where I stand:
    1. Highest Like - You get 85 Likes
    2. Highest Share - You get 3 Shares
    3. Highest Pageviews. - You get 12 Pageviews. 

    @Jes, Kian Fai, Carolyn and Lena
    You guys are not late. Contest closes on 26th Dec. I am VERY VERY grateful for your support. THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I will safe the real MUAX when we meet in person someday:D

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