Taking advantage of the absence of outsiders, Xiao Yunying abandoned the idea of boiling water for tea in an earthenware pot. Instead, she took a kettle from the supermarket, filled it with mineral water, and placed it on the stove to boil.
This time, she built a kitchen twice the size of the old house. She built two stoves, one side with two large pots and the other side with a large flat-bottomed pan the same size as the large iron pot, for making pancakes, potstickers and the like. She also built two small stove openings for small frying pans.
A large cabinet was built in the corner of the wall near the stove, and a row of low cabinets was built against the wall in the remaining space. The sink was placed on the low cabinets, which can hide the thick porcelain pipes. It is not only aesthetically pleasing, but the other cabinets can also be made into drawers to store kitchen utensils and other items.
There are some wooden drain racks and chopstick holders on the low cabinet. After washing the dishes, you can put the wooden racks on the sink to dry.
A long table was placed in the empty space in the middle, with her bottles and jars of condiments on it.
You can prepare food on the long table, and when steaming buns, you can just bring up the large cutting board instead of squeezing into the basin.
Overall, she was very satisfied with the environment of the new kitchen.
After the water boiled, Xiao Yunying brewed all twelve cups, filled the kettle, and placed it on the stove.
She didn't prepare any pastries; she simply took some freshly baked egg yolk pastries from the supermarket's pastry section and arranged them on a plate.
He called over the two brothers who had already finished washing the dishes: "Have Chunlei and the other older brothers come over and bring a cup of tea to each of my parents, older brother, and sister-in-law. If there aren't enough cups, you can drink from the bowls. The fruit tea can is over there; once the water boils, can you help your younger brother and sister make some tea for them?"
Luo Chen said, "Okay, Mom, we'll make it ourselves."
"Be careful not to get burned."
"No, we're very strong and can hold it very steadily."
"There are egg yolk pastries here, but you can't eat them now. Wait until you've digested the food in your stomach before you eat them, understand?"
Luo Yang said helplessly, "Mother, we are not like Ali, we are not so greedy, we don't force ourselves to eat when we are already full."
Xiao Yunying said, "Children are prone to being greedy, so I'll remind you a few more times so you won't forget. Keep an eye on your younger siblings. Alright, hurry up and take the tea over."
Xiao Yunying took a tray with fruit tea and egg yolk pastries, placed them on the table, and went out to look for someone.
Having found the person in the restroom, Xiao Yunying said, "Have you seen enough? My tea is ready. Let's go back and have some tea."
The group returned to the living room, and Chen Yuanyao said, "Your drainage system is so convenient, and there's also a desk with drawers and a chair with wheels. My older brother really likes it."
"If you like it, let someone make it. If you don't know how, I'll draw up the blueprints for you."
"I like that big closet. It's for storing clothes, right? But what's that wooden shelf inside?"
"It's a clothes hanger, used to support clothes, especially silk and brocade garments. Hanging it up prevents wrinkles, and seasonal clothes are clearly visible without having to rummage through drawers and closets."
The two-tiered cabinet can store clothes or bedding that are not currently worn, eliminating the need to store them separately in a trunk. This is convenient, space-saving, and doesn't take up much room.
"Where are the layers of small cabinets by the door?"
"It's specifically for storing shoes."
Cheng Yue said, "These pieces of furniture are so useful, did you think of them all?"
"See? I'm smart, right? Praise me all you want, I can handle it."
Cheng Yue smiled and rolled her eyes at her: "You're getting more and more shameless."
"Sister Cheng Yue, which piece of furniture do you like? I can find someone to make it for you. They've been carpenters for generations, and their craftsmanship is excellent."
"I trust the person you introduced, so I won't be polite and will save myself the trouble of looking for someone else."
"You all have your tea, I'll go get some paper and pen."
Xiao Yunying went out and brought back some writing brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones from the supermarket. When she returned, she discussed the furniture Cheng Yue wanted and drew up some blueprints.
Having previous experience, she drew quickly. The exact dimensions could only be determined after the Yang family went to Cheng Yue's house to take measurements.
Chen Yuanyao and Chen Yuanxuan chattered excitedly about how delicious the fruit tea and egg yolk pastry were, and Cheng Yue also said they were tasty.
Chen Yuancheng said, "The tea is good, with a fruity aroma and a hint of sweetness."
"The tea I brewed today uses dried peach pieces, which will keep it for a longer time. Fresh fruit can also be used, and it will have a unique flavor."
First, brew the tea. It doesn't have to be oolong tea; green or black tea will do. Add diced peaches when the tea isn't too hot. If you like it sweeter, you can add some honey.
Xiao Yunying simply wrote down the recipes for peach oolong tea, egg yolk pastry, and ginger milk curd, making two copies of each and giving one copy to each family.
"I've given you the method; go back and figure it out yourselves."
Chen Yuanyao, holding the prescription, said, "Sister Yunying, you're so generous. My brother already told you the prescription is very valuable."
Xiao Yunying said generously, "Friends shouldn't always talk about money; it hurts feelings."
Chen Yuancheng asked, "Can we talk about feelings then?"
"Don't always talk about feelings. It's a waste of money. It's only because of you that I feel like you're about to ask me for money next."
"Ha ha ha ha."
A burst of laughter came from the living room, and Chen Yuanyao said, "Sister Yunying, you're so funny."
Xiao Yunying raised an eyebrow at her: "Have you ever heard the saying, 'A beautiful appearance is a dime a dozen, but an interesting soul is one in a million'?"
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