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1) The months of December, January, and February, are said to be windy that it’s just too dangerous for bancas to get to the landing spot. On those days bancas are not allowed to run.

Baguio City (summer capital of the Philippines) is also known as one of the industrialized cities in the Northern part of the Philippines. Because of its cold weather and attractive tourist spots, people visit this city to feel the breeze of the beautiful place, every summer. It is just 8.2 kilometers from east to west and 7.2 kilometers from north to south and with inexpensive public transportation available. Baguio City is the ‘City of Pines’ one of the easiest places to explore.

There are three main accessible roads going to the city namely Naguilian Highway, Marcos Highway and Kennon Road. The most famous route to the city is Kennon Road, however, it is dangerous to take that route during the rainy season because the road is prone to land slides. In this case, travelers who want to visit the city is advised to travel by air since the city has an airport which is named as Loakan Airport.

As of the reports, the city has 130 barangays, which include the Session Road area, the barangay that is very popular for bars, restaurants and other business establishments that attract tourists and travelers to the area. Aside from the Session Road area, Mines View Park, Camp John Hay and Burnham Park are the other tourist attractions in the area.

There are some tourist spots in city, where travelers can visit. It includes: the vacation house of every Philippine president, the strawberry farms of the city- an exciting and luring place to have a tour. The city is also renowned for its top universities and colleges such as University of the Philippines Baguio, University of Baguio and Saint Louis University. Above all, Baguio is popular for Philippine Military Academy that is based on one of its barangays.

How to get there:

The Banaue Rice Terraces were carved by indigenous Filipinos into the mountain of Ifugao 2000-6,000 years ago. It is considered as the eighth wonders of the world. The Rice Terraces were built through the use of bare hands and crude tools by our ancestors. This is where the natives plant their rice for survival. Today, it is still maintained and planted with rice and vegetables for consumption. The Rice Terraces are fed by an ancient irrigation system from the rainforests. It is the creation that shows how great, intelligent, and creative our ancestors for wonderful and amazing feature. It is said that if the steps are put end to end it would encircle half the world and is ten times longer than the Great Wall of China. In the year 1995, Banaue Rice Terraces was declared as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).

How to get there:

From Manila take an air-conditioned bus from either Dangwa Bus or Auto Bus. The trip will pass through the Provinces of Nueva Vizcaya, Bayombong, Solano, Bambang. It will usually take 9 hours to reach Baguio. The bus leaves at 10 PM daily and arrives at about 7AM. From Baguio, you can take a ride near the Rizal Park where stations are located, going straight to Banaue rice Terraces.

Tips:

• During peak seasons or holy week, you have to at least reserve ticket on week or 3 days before trip whenever possible.

• In Baguio buses, you need to check out the trip schedules because almost everyday, they are changing.

Pagsanjan Falls one of the most famous waterfalls in the Philippines known to its indigenous name, “Magdapio Falls”, which have developed into a major tourist attraction for the for the whole region. Pagsanjan becomes popular because of these falls. Pagsanhan town itself is situated at the convergence of two rivers, the Balanac and the Bumbungan.

How to get there:

From Laguna, about 2 hours driving to the south via the South Super Highway (SSH). Then, turn right at the end of the Calamba junction. Continue driving straight until you reach Bo. Pinagsanhan in Sta. Cruz, then find some available lodges where you can stay overnight.

In the morning, ride a bangka (canoe) up the rivers to the falls. The bangka is rowed by two bankeros (boatmen) against the terrifying current of the river and navigate carefully while evading huge rocks and monkey throwing objects on the way.

The best choice to visit the Falls is during the wet season (August and September) where you can experience the river in its highest level and the rapids therefore even more thrilling.

Tips:

• Bring plastic bag where you can place your camera and documents to protect them from being wet during your visit to Pagsanjan Falls.
• Huge crowds are expected during weekends, good idea is to stay overnight in the town of Pagsanjan and then visit the falls in the early morning where few people are on the river.
• It is wise to arrange tickets with your tourist agency, hotel or guesthouse beforehand to avoid overpricing demand of some boatmen in bangka.

Mt. Mayon also known as Mayon Volcano is a stratvolcano similar to Mt. Apo. It is known to be the most popular active volcano in the Philippines. Mt. Mayon is situated in the province of Albay in Bicol region. It forms the northern boundary of Legazpi City. The name Mt. Mayon is from the local folklore legendary heroine Daragang Magayon (Bicol) meaning “Lady Beautiful”.
Mt. Mayon is considered to be the world’s most perfectly formed volcano because of its almost symmetrical conical shape. Its’ current cone was formed through pyroclastic and lava flows from past eruptions. It is 8,223 feet high, and has indulged in several destructive eruptions. The most disruptive eruption was recorded in 1814 where many houses were destroyed and 2500 people were killed and wounded. This eruption buried the town of Cagsawa. During that time, Mt. Mayon was belching dark ash and eventually bombarding the town with tephra. Trees were burned; rivers were certainly damaged and 2,200 Albay locals perished in what is considered to be the most lethal eruption in Mayon’s history. Now, only the bell tower of the town’s church remained.
Mt. Mayon recorded forty-nine eruptions in the history and the first recorded major eruption was in 1616. In June 23,1897, Mt. Mayon erupted again, this was recorded as the longest uninterrupted eruption with lava flowing down to civilization. The village of Bacacay was buried 15 meters beneath the lava along with 100 people declared dead in Libon, Albay. They were burned by steam and falling debris or hot rocks. In the 1993 Mt Mayon eruption, Pyroclastic flows killed 77 people which were mainly farmers.
Because Mt. Mayon is the most active volcano in the Philippines, PHIVOLCS monitor it regularly. Three telemetric units are installed in the slope of the volcano. The units are responsible for sending information to seven seismometers in different settings around the volcano. The information are send to the Ligñon Hill observatory and to the PHIVOLCS central headquarters in UP Diliman campus. To monitor the volcano’s daily activity, PHIVOLCS deploys electronic distance meters (EDMs), precise leveling benchmarks, and portable fly spectrometers.
Because of the changing environment of the volcano, PHIVOLCS advises people to see the majestic volcano at the view point instead of climbing. Some of the skilled mountaineers who have already reached its crater said that climbing Mayon Volcano is tough and may require strong endurance, courage, and knowledge on volcanic topography. For those who are really interested, it is wise to consult PHIVOLCS for the recent volcanic activity of Mt. Mayon before climbing. Make sure to have a skilled guide for your safeness. It takes 2 days to climbing and descend from the volcano.

Mount Apo is an active volcano, situated in south central Mindanao, from Davao City 40 km (20 mi) west; Digos City-25 km southeast, and Kidapawan City-20 km (12 mi) west; it is the highest peak in the Philippines, with an altitude of 9,692 feet (2,954 meters). Part of the Cordillera Central, it is covered by a forest of tall, tropical hardwoods; two subsidiary peaks nearly match its height. Mount Apo National Park, established in 1936, has an area of 64,053 hectares; it is known as the home of the rare Philippine eagle and features numerous peaks and valleys, as well as Malasita Falls, Sibulao Lake, and the Kisinte Hot Springs. About 19 kilometers up its slopes is found Lake Venado. The mountain’s high peak appears to be white, due to a crust of sulfur that is released in the mountain’s emissions. Volcanic in nature, the mountain has 3 craters but is not known to have ever erupted. The mountain is a source of geothermal power, however, with at least two geothermal plants located on it. Mt. Apo is the tallest Philippine mountain. It measures 3,143.6 meters above sea level. Despite its height, the mountain is considered easy to climb and is popular with climbers.

Mt. Apo has five distinct forest formations. These include lowland, low montane, high montane, and summit or scrub forest. Mt. Apo is known as one of the most ecologically rich mountains in the region. And a wide variety of plants grow on the mountain. Hundreds of endemic species of plants, including rare and threatened species, have been found on the mountain. There are about 800 different types of endemic plants have been identified as growing on the mountain’s slopes in a segment between 300 to 1000 meters above sea level. Among these are the rare lauan and the endangered almaciga. There are 629 species of flowers and 42 endemics. There are 18 threatened species of flowers, which include the waling-waling orchid.

Mt. Apo forests are home to various species of endemic animals. There are almost 227 vertebrate species, which include amphibians, reptiles, and mammals, inhabit the mountain. Some as 118 species of butterflies have been recognized in the area. The mountain is also home to 272 species of birds, of which 111 (40%) are endemic to Mt. Apo and two endemic bird species are endangered, the Philippine eagle known to as the (monkey-eating eagle), and the abukay.

Route:

Transport to the mountain can be arranged from nearby Davao City, which is accessible by land, air, and sea transport. From Davao City take a taxi to Ecoland Bus Terminal; look for a Digos bound bus. While you are in Digos, take a tricycle to Kapatagan terminal, you can prefer to ride public van vehicle or the "Habal-habal" or motorcycle transport, if you want. Once you're in Kapatagan, get a ride going to Sitio Marawer, you can choose a motorcycle, passenger jeep or horseback could also be. From Marawer start hiking up to Mainit. On the first night, you can build you tent at Camp Goddy-goddy (former military base). On the second night, you can reach the peak and build a camp at the peak. On the 3rd day explore the several small peaks within the summit; the sky is usually clear at this time of the day. It takes about 2-3 hours walking down to Lake Venado from the peak where you can build your tent for the night.

For a musician, used music equipment can be a fast and easy way to increase the quality and versatility of your gear without having to empty out your wallet in the process. However, there are things to watch for, and things to be wary of. The equipment will have been used before, and so it could have some defects or problems with it that you will want to identify. At the same time, some of it will be selling for used prices but will be in nearly mint condition. Finding the differences between the two can be an art form, and with a little practice and knowledge you will be able to succeed.


Know the Market Value of Used Music Gear

When looking for any used music equipment, the first step is to get a good idea of the market value. You should start by looking up the current prices on the new equipment, even if you know you do not want to buy it. This will give you a solid starting point. You should then begin watching the prices of the used equipment online. However, you should not buy right away. Take a while first and chart the prices. See if they are trending up or down, and calculate a general average that you should be able to expect to pay. Use this average as your goal; do not buy anything that is more expensive than it, and try to find the equipment that is farthest below it to get the best deal.

Always Inspect Used Music Gear

As far as looking at the equipment is concerned, there is an art to this as well. First, inspect it for cosmetic damage. Even if you do not care about the looks of the equipment but only the functionality, say in the case of used music keyboards, you will want to check. Large cosmetic damage can mean that the equipment has been abused. It may have been dropped, something that would crack the shell and could then have an unseen impact on the inside. You will want to stay away from used music keyboards with large amounts of cosmetic damage, because they could have loose wires or other problems. You should always ask to play them before you buy, to catch any more of these problems.

If you follow these rules, you will be able to buy great used music equipment every time. You will find the very best prices and always take home high-quality gear.

by: William Hauselberg

About The Author
Visit N'Stuff Music at their physical location in Pittsburgh or shop online for all your music needs. They have a great selection of used music keyboards and used music equipment.

Songwriting contests offer the biggest platform for aspiring songwriters to transform themselves from amateurs to professionals in the world of music. The songwriters achieve popularity, exposure and many music brands approach such artists asking them to write songs for them. If you are a budding songwriter who wants to make it big by participating in the contest, then given below are few tips, which will improve your chances of winning the songwriting contest.

The very first step that you need to keep in mind while writing a song would be to identify your genre and write the song accordingly. Select the theme of the song, which you can relate to. According to musical experts, individuals can write the ultimate song only when they write about people, emotions that resonate with them. This would be a great approach, if you try to convey your feelings through the song. You can also make use of rhymes and choruses in alternating pattern.

Second important songwriting tip would be to use rhythmic portion to convey the story of your song. Punctuate the rhythmic lines of the song with easy chorus, which encloses the message of song. The next step would be to write down the musical backdrop required for the song. Select the kind of instruments which you would like to use in song such as a bass, guitar, piano or drum. However, the instruments you select should go with the words of the song.

If you love songwriting, you need to keep penning down your songs without waiting for results. Take part in a songwriting contest or log on to Internet web sites and locate popular song writing competitions. Participate in the professional song writing competition and submit your recorded CD or the written song.

Be selective about the songwriting contest you choose to participate in. Learn as much as you can about the rules, regulations, and requirements. Last but not the least, participate in a songwriting contest with the right spirit.

by: Sanjay Kapoor

About The Author

The California Songwriting Contest is an international songwriting contest open to amateur and professional songwriters alike. We are open through the entire year and are always accepting your songs.So Enter your Songs into the California Song Contest Today.

Reducing, preventing, and coping yourself away from stress.

Stress management identifies the causes of stress in your life.


Stress Journal is good start

This stress journal will help you identify the regular stressors in your life and the way you deal with them. Every time stress discomforts you, list down it your journal. Do it daily, just what you do in your favorite sports car. Jot down the cause/s of your stress if you’re not sure make a guess. Your physical and emotional feeling, how you felt it? Your action in response, how you do it? And what you did to make yourself better.


Once you identify what causes your stress, lean to avoid them on the following day.

But not all stress can be avoided; it’s not easy to evade the situation which addressed to happen. In this case, you eliminate stress by:

Saying ‘no’ to stress – Know your limitations and stick to them. Refuse to recognize additional responsibilities when you’re close to reaching them, whether it is personal or professional life. Taking on more than you can handle is a surely a recipe for stress.

Staying away from people who stress you out –limit the amount of time you spend with the person that consistently causes stress in your life, or end the relationship entirely.

Controling of your environment – Turn off the TV, if the show makes you anxious. If traffic’s got you tense, take a longer route but less-traveled. If going to the market is a horrible task, do your grocery shopping online.

Avoiding hot-button topics – If you get upset over religion or politics, cross them off your conversation list. If you repeatedly argue about the same subject with the same people, stop bringing it up or excuse yourself when it’s the topic of discussion.

Paring down your to-do list – Analyze your schedule, responsibilities, and daily tasks. If you’ve got too much on your plate, distinguish between the “shoulds” and the “musts.” Drop tasks that aren’t truly necessary to the bottom of the list or eliminate them entirely.


In the other side, many people cope stress in an unhealthy way. These may temporarily reduce stress, but in the long run, they may harm your body.

•Some unhealthy ways to cope stress are:
•Smoking, too much drinking,
•overeating or under eating,
•using pills or drugs to relax,
•too much sleeping,
•procrastinating,
•hiding away from problems,
•Taking others to release stress (angry outbursts, and physical violence).

Happy Valentine's Day!

Don’t you know that Valentine’s Day in the Shortened name of Saint’s Valentine’s Day? Yes, it is commemorated annually during the 14th day of February celebrating love and affection between inmates and companions. Valentine’s Day was established by Pope Gelasius I in 500 AD and was named after one or more Christian martyrs named Valentine.
In modern celebration, Valentine's Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of a winged Cupid. Since the 19th century, handwritten valentines greeting cards have given way to produced massively.
In United Kingdom (UK), Valentine’s Day ha various regional customs, they sending cards flowers, chocolates and other gifts to their inmates and companions. French, a Catholic Country, celebrates Valentine’s Day in the same way as other westerners. simply knows Valentine’s Day as “Saint Valentin”. In Denmark and Norway, Valentinsdag is the name for February 14 (Valentines Day). In Finland, they Called Valentine's Day as Ystävänpäivä which translates into "Friend's day". In Slovenia, according to the proverb which says that "St. Valentine brings the keys of roots," so, plants and flowers start to grow on February 14. In some Latin American countries like Mexico, Costarica and Ecuador, Valentine's Day is known as "Día del Amor y la Amistad" (Day of Love and Friendship). In Guatemala it is known as the "Día del Cariño" (Day of the Affection). In Brazil, they celebrates Dia dos Namorados (lit. "Day of the Enamored", or "Boyfriends'/Girlfriends' Day") on June 12, in this event couples exchange their gifts, chocolates, cards and flower bouquets to each other. In South Korea and Japan, women give chocolate to men on February 14, and men give non-chocolate candy to women on March 14 (White Day). On April 14 (black day), is for those who did not receive anything on the 14th of February or March, will go to a Chinese restaurant to eat black noodles (jajangmyeon) and "mourn" their single life. In the Philippines, "Araw ng mga Puso" or "Hearts Day" in the name for Valentine's Day. Usually a steep increase in the prices of flowers will marked up in the beginning of the week. In India, an old tradition of adoring Kamadev, the lord of love; exemplificated by the erotic carvings in the Khajuraho Group of Monuments and by the writing of the Kamasutra treaty of lovemaking. In Egypt, the indigenous Eid el-Hob el-Masri (Egyptian Love Day) on November 4, to buy gifts, and flowers for their lovers. In Iran, during the 21st century, the celebration of Valentine's Day has been harshly criticized by conservatives who see the celebrations as opposed to Islamic culture.

All pressure cookers have the same principles of operation. Heat produces steam in a closed container which raises the boiling point to cook foods faster. A pressure cooker cooks food in superheated steam, it is not a boiler so there is no reason to submerge foods in water.

There are two basic types of pressure cookers. The old style, first generation pressure cooker with some type of weighted, or "jiggle top" pressure regulator which sits a top the vent pipe on the lid, or the newer style, the second generation which is a closed system and uses spring valves.

Every time you use any pressure cooker it should be thoroughly inspected. The cooker should be clean, inside and out, with no food particles or debris on the rim of the pot, or the lid. There should be no sign of warping, dents or dings, or any other damage to the rim of the cooker or lid. Remove and examine the gasket. The gasket should be in good condition with no signs of cracking, tears or other deterioration such as gumminess or brittleness. Replace the rubber/silicon parts at the first sign of deterioration. The gasket should fit snugly in its place in the lid. If using a jiggle top pressure cooker always check the vent pipe to make sure it is clear and open. On a valve type cooker, lift or turn the valve to make sure it moves freely and the inside connecting screw is tight. Periodically check the handles and tightened the screws as necessary. Read more about the care and cleaning for your pressure cooker, the lid and gasket.

Pressure Cooker was carefully developed by Designers, Technicians and Cooking Instructors with the goal of making your daily routine more efficient and dynamic. We call your attention especially to the Safety Systems, which have resulted in a harmonious set by marrying Technology, Functionality and Beauty. Since Pressure Cookers work differently than conventional cookers, your Pressure Cooker requires that you pay special attention to the use and safety instructions.


On first Use


Clean your Pressure cooker thoroughly before using it for the first time.

Quantity of water


Observe the following general rules: For Solid food – fill to a maximum of 2/3 of the total capacity For Liquids, vegetables and foods which form foam, fill to maximum of ½ of total capacity.

How to Close


1. Adjust the lid so that the arrow point to the lower handle of the pan.
2. Press down the lid slightly and turn until it covers the lower handle to the left until it covers the lower handle completely.

How to Cook

Put your Pressure cooker on the high flame (gas) or high range (electric) of your stove until steam begins to escape from the pressure valve. Lower the heat into a time and start counting the cooking time as indicated in the time table.

How to Open

Remove the pressure cooker from the stove and put it under cold water. To verify if there are any internal pressure left, lift the pressure valve with a long handle utensil. To turn the lid to the right until its arrow points to the lower handle cooker.

Safety

Your Pressure Cooker is triple-safe, since it contains a system with three safety valves;

1. Central Pressure Valve (with Weight).
2. Safety Seal, which melts in case of pressure excess.
3. Safety hole at the edge of the lid, which permits to escape in case the other valves fail.

Cleaning of the pressure valve

Lift the weight and turn it to the left. Wash it thoroughly; clean the holes with a brush. Do the same with the hole on the lid. To verify if the hole of the lid is clean, hold if against the light.
What to do in case…
Steam escapes to the lid, close it tightly and if there are some food particles in the lid or rubber gasket. The lid does not open, even after cooling: Do not try to push it open. The pressure cooker is still pressurized, put it back to the tap water.

Important Advice

• Make sure the lid is tightly close before putting your pressure cooker in the stove.
• Never substitute the pressure valve with another object.
• Do not overfill your cooker; use only the recommended quantity of water.
• Turn the handle of the cooker on the stove in a way to avoid accidents, especially with children.
• Do not hit the brim of your pressure cooker with cooking utensils, which could harm its perfect functioning.

Useful Tips

Do not keep the food stored in your pressure cooker. Do not cook cereals and grains in your pressure cooker, unless you keep them over night in water. Change the water before cooking. Meat will be more tender and tasty if browned before cooking.

Important Safeguards

When using pressure cookers, basic safety precautions should always be followed.

1. Before each use make sure the vent tube is clear. Remove the pressure control and place the lid against the light to make sure that the tube is clear. If plugged clean all holes with a piece of wire.

2. Never cook applesauce, cranberries, pearl barley, split pease, rhubarb, noodles, macaroni, spaghetti or other pasta, oatmeal or other cereals in a pressure cooker. These foods tend to foam, froth and splutter, and can plug the vent tube.

Warning: If the vent tube is plugged, the overpressure devices can open and spray scalding hot steam and food. Keep head and face away from cooker.

3. Never fill your pressure cooker more than 2/3 full. When cooking foods that puff up during cooking, such as rice and dried vegetables, do not fill more than 1/2 full.

Warning: Overfilling the cooker can plug the vent tube causing a release of scalding steam from the overpressure devices.

4. This appliance cooks under pressure. Make absolutely sure your pressure cooker is properly closed before placing on heat. The cooker is closed when the lid handle is directly over the handle of the pan.
Warning: Improper closure of the lid can cause the lid to be thrown from the pan.

5. If the overpressure devices release, protect yourself from the steam and turn off heat and allow the cooker to cool. The reusable overpressure plug may be reset. If the gasket has blown out of the overpressure window replace with a new gasket. Do not reuse.

6. Never try to open your pressure cooker until the cooker is thoroughly cool and the internal pressure is down. When the pressure is down the lid should turn easily. Never try to force open the lid if it seems locked tight.

7. Never remove the Pressure Control during cooking or when the cooker is still hot. Steam will release through the vent tube that can cause burns.
8. Supervise children closely when using your pressure cooker near children. Keep handles turned toward the inside of the stove.

9. Always remove the gasket before using the cooker as a conventional (non Pressurized) covered pan without the pressure control. If you leave the gasket in, some pressure can develop in the cooker. Without the gasket, no pressure will develop.

10. Never use your Pressure Cooker for other than its intended use: cooking appropriate foods under pressure on residential ranges. Never place the cooker inside a heated oven. Do not use the cooker outdoors.
 
11. Never use your pressure Cooker for pressure frying with oil and never "broast" (pressure cook with oil or shortening instead of water) in your cooker.


Pressure cookers are useful at high altitudes, where they alleviate the problem of low temperature boiling caused by reduced atmospheric pressure. Pressure Cooker design includes safety locks, pressure regulators, portable cookers, and low-pressure fryers.People living at high altitudes must have pressure cooker at home for more convenience and less consumption of cooking time.


Single Pressure Control – Keeps internal pressure steady, it is an automatic cooking control, operating at a pressure of 10 PSI (pounds per square inch). Included with 4.2 & 6 Qt. Models.

Selective Pressure Control – Keeps internal pressure steady, allowing the selection of 3 cooking pressures: 5, 10 and 15 PSI. To disassemble the Selective Pressure Control, turn the knob keeping the rest of the assembly fixed, until the notches of the knob are aligned with the notches of the assembly, thus releasing the components of the control. Included with 8, 12 & 22 Qt. Models.

Vent Tube – Fastened to the center of the lid, having holes allowing for the release of steam. The Single Pressure Control or Selective Pressure Control is connected to the top.

Pan And Lid Handles – Allow the opening and closing of your Pressure Cooker as well as its handling. If handles become loose tighten with a screw driver.

Reusable Overpressure Plug – It will release if the vent tube becomes plugged and the cooker develops too much pressure. The red pin in the center pushed out, releasing steam.

Safety Window – This is an additional feature that will release if the vent tube and reusable overpressure plug becomes plugged and the cooker develops too much pressure. The rubber gasket will push out from the lid opening releasing the steam.

Rubber Gasket – Fitted inside the lid, it's function is to seal the lid of the pan of the Pressure Cooker.

Safety Locks – Located on the lid and pan are locking lags, this feature prevents the opening of the lid of your pressure cooker when pressurized.

Spring Safety Device – Located in the lid handle or lid. Its function is to prevent the pressurization of your cooker before being closed.

Cooking Rack – To prevent food from sticking to the bottom of the cooker and to place jars off the bottom of the 8, 12 and 22 Qt. canners.

Vegetables		Meat		Fish
Squash	4 mins.	Beef	20 mins.	Shrimps	7 mins.
Potatoes	8 mins.	Lamb	15 mins.	Lobster	10 mins.
Beetroots	25 mins.	Pork	10 mins.	White Fish	7 mins.
Onions	5 mins.	Chicken	15 mins.	Salmon	7 mins.
Carrots	6 mins.	Poultry	45 mins.
Cabbage	3 mins.	Tongue	60 mins.
Cauliflower	4 mins.	Veal	8 mins.
Spinach	2 mins.
Peas	12 mins.
Tomatoes	2 mins.
Beans	20 mins.
White Beans	30 mins.
Chick-Peas	30 mins.
Lentils	20 mins.
Corn (cob)	25 mins.
Soups	20 mins.