Sania Mirza

Sania Mirza (born November 15, 1986) is an Indian tennis player. She was born in Mumbai, brought up in Hyderabad. Coached by her father, Imran Mirza, she began playing tennis at the age of six, turning professional in 2003. She is the highest ranked female tennis player ever from India, with a career high ranking of 27 in singles and 18 in doubles.

She was ranked 31st in the singles category and 18th in the doubles category in the WTA rankings of January 7, 2008.
Sania Mirza holds the distinction of being the first Indian woman to be seeded in a Grand Slam tennis tournament when she was seeded 26th in the 2007 U.S. Open. Earlier in 2005, she had become the first Indian woman to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam tournament at the 2005 U.S. Open, defeating Mashona Washington, Maria Elena Camerin and Marion Bartoli. In 2004, she finished runner up at the Asian Tennis Championship. In 2005, Mirza reached the third round of the Australian Open, losing to eventual champion Serena Williams. On February 12, 2005, she became the first Indian woman to win a WTA singles title, defeating Alyona Bondarenko of Ukraine in the Hyderabad Open Finals.







Sania Mirza said in January 2008 that she considered quitting the sport because of undue controversy surrounding her actions. Mirza was pictured resting her feet during a press conference at the 2008 Hopman Cup, with an Indian flag in close proximity.

She faces possible prosecution under the Prevention of Insult to the National Honour Act after a private citizen complained. Mirza protested that, "I love my country, I wouldn't be playing Hopman Cup otherwise", and said that she meant no disrespect.

Stir-Fry Noodles and Vegetables-Chinese Stir-Fry recipe

This chinese stir-fry is a delicious vegetarian recipe. Its packed with beta-carotene from the carrots, and red bell pepper. The mushrooms are good for the immune system. You can also substitute the sugar snap peas with soy beans to add more protein. The Udon noodles are satisfyingly filling, enjoy your International dish experience.


Ingredients:

• 1 Pound Udon noodles, cooked
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, sliced julienne
• 1/2 Cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 Cup sugar snap peas
• 1/2 Cup red bell pepper, sliced julienne
• 1 Tablespoon Sesame oil
• Soy sauce

Preparation:

In a skillet, heat sesame oil and add onions. Cook for one minute or so, stirring gently. Add carrots, cook for one minute, stirring. Add mushrooms, and soy sauce.

Stir into the other vegetables. Cover and cook for 5 minutes
Remove cover, add red bell pepper and peas and stir into the skillet. Cook on medium-low heat until the veggies are cooked but, not soft. Add the noodles and stir-fry well. Garnish and serve.

Chocolate Bundt Cake -Dessert Recipe

This chocolate bundt cake recipe is easy to make from scratch, without the use of any packaged cake mix. It will become a chocolate lover's favorite. The cake is moist in texture with delicious rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for Valentine's Day dessert for your sweetheart.

Ingredients:

A 6-cup Bundt pan is smaller than the standard size. You can also use a 9-inch round cake pan.

• 1 Cup all-purpose flour
• 1 Cup sugar
• 1/2 Cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1/2 Teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 Teaspoon salt
• 1/4 Cup butter, softened
• 2 Large egg whites
• 1 Large egg
• 1/2 Cup 1% low-fat milk
• 2 Teaspoons instant espresso granules
• 1 1/2 Teaspoons vanilla extract
• Cooking spray

Preparation:

Preheat oven to 350°. Combine flour and next four ingredients (flour through salt) in a large bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add butter, egg whites, and egg; beat at low speed 1 minute. Beat at high speed for one minute. Add milk, espresso granules, and vanilla; beat another minute. Pour batter into a 6-cup Bundt pan coated with cooking spray.

Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until an inserted wooden pick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.

Hershey's Chocolate Mousse- Valentine's Day Dessert Recipe

This is a delicious dessert recipe by Hershey's. It's perfect for Valentine's Day dessert.
It's a quick and simple recipe, that all chocolate lovers will enjoy.


Ingredients:

1 Teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 Tablespoon cold water
2 Tablespoons boiling water
1/2 Cup sugar
1/4 Cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa
1 Cup (1/2 pt.) cold whipping cream
1 Teaspoon vanilla extract



Preparation:

1. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin in small bowl of cold water; let stand for 1 minute to soften. Add boiling water; stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved and clear. Cool slightly.

2. Stir together sugar and cocoa in medium bowl; add whipped cream and vanilla. Beat on medium speed, scraping bottom of bowl occasionally, until the mixture is stiff. Pour in gelatin mixture; beat until well blended. Spoon into serving dishes.

3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with Raspberries. Cover and Refrigerate

Makes four 1/2 cup servings.

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