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There is nothing that can equal the joy of having your friends over for a fun-filled afternoon. Kitty parties are a common practice amongst ladies all over the world. Friends decide on a convenient date and get together at one person’s place, to enjoy delicious food and play games. It is a great opportunity for women to swap recipes and learn new skills like crochet or embroidery together with friends they are comfortable with.

Usually kitty parties are organized once a month or once in 15 days. While friends have now begun to meet each other at restaurants and party halls, in proper kitty party culture, the parties are usually held at somebody’s home because that comfortable home atmosphere is what makes it so much fun. While some people prefer to order food from a caterer, most women still prefer home-cooked treats for kitty parties because that is part of the fun! It is a time to show off your cooking skills and share easy kitty party recipes and quick kitty party recipes with friends. Sometimes, the host prepares all the required food with one or two friends popping in earlier to help. At other times, the party might be organized as a pot-luck, where each friend cooks and brings some sweets, sandwiches, snacks and drinks from their home.

If you are organizing a kitty party, then it is preferable to select dishes that are easy, tasty and filling so you can cook them fast and then focus on other preparations and spending time with friends. Sometimes, you can also use this opportunity to team up with close friends and try out some challenging recipe!

We have put together a range of recipes that you can prepare when you invite your friends over for a Indian kitty party. We have chosen stuff that is out of the ordinary, such as the Moong Sprouts and Potato Salli Chaat and Paan ki Chaat to Kalmi Vada. We have also picked some international exotics like the Queso Dip, Ricotta and Cherry Tomato Crostini and the Banoffee Pie, so that your friends can relish something out of the ordinary, and will have something great to talk about till the next party!

 

Enjoy our collection of Veg Kitty Party recipes from Kitty Party Sweets to Sandwiches.

Kitty Party Chaat (20 recipes)
Kitty Party Drinks, Mocktails (34 recipes)
Kitty Party Easy (20 recipes)
Kitty Party Quick (21 recipes)
Kitty Party Sandwiches (27 recipes)
Kitty Party Snacks (234 recipes)
Kitty Party Sweets (58 recipes)





Kitty Party Chaat Recipes

There are two things that add fun to kitty parties – lively chats and tasty chaats! With their peppy flavours and exciting textures, chaats are sure to excite everybody. What fun it is to recreate by yourself those wondrous delights that the roadside vendors prepare with such flair! Plus, chaat also provides a nice opportunity to work together with your friends. If you prepare all the required ingredients and keep them ready, your friends can help you to mix or assemble the tasty treats, contributing their own imaginative ideas and unique styles to it.

This kind of a do-it-yourself chaat party is much better than calling a chaatwala to make it for you. Not only is it more satisfying because you have cooked the stuff yourself, but it is also bound to be more hygienic, especially the water used. Your friends will also be appreciative of the idea. In fact, you can theme it as a Chaat Party.

Always keep the ingredients ready, so as to minimize work after your friends arrive. If you have some help in the kitchen, then you can choose deep-fried options, so that if you keep everything ready in advance your helper can deep-fry them before serving. If you don’t have help, avoid deep-fried choices because you will have to sweat in the kitchen instead of enjoying the party!


  5 ingredients that you can prepare a day in advance are:
1. Curds
2. Green Chutney
3. Sweet Chutney
4. Boiled Potatoes
5. Boiled Sprouts

When you choose chaats for your kitty party, pick a mix of popular ones like Aloo Chaat and unusual ones like the Moong Sprouts and Potato Salli Chaat or Paan ki Chaat so that there will be an element of surprise in it. One or two of the chaats can be heavy like Stuffed Aloo Tikki Chaat, Chole Chole Samosa Chaat, Stuffed Ragda Patties or Lilva Kachori Chaat, so that the chaats will be kind of filling, like a meal by itself. You can also include some quick chaats like Pakodi Chaat, Mutter Chaat and Moong Dal Ki Chaat.

Just make sure all the chaats are nice and chatpata, because that is what chaat is all about! Of course, the interesting conversations that happen will add more spice to the food. So, enjoy every moment of your party.
 

  Points to remember when organizing a chaat party:
1. Mix and match heavy chaats with light ones
2. Keep ingredients ready so that you can assemble quickly
3. Some ingredients like curds and sprouts need to be prepared earlier, so plan your menu well in advance
4. Rope in your friends to help assemble the chaats – they will enjoy it
5. Make sure the chaat is really chatpata

Enjoy our collection of Veg Kitty Party recipes from Kitty Party Sweets to Sandwiches.

Kitty Party Drinks, Mocktails (34 recipes)
Kitty Party Easy (20 recipes)
Kitty Party Quick (21 recipes)
Kitty Party Sandwiches (27 recipes)
Kitty Party Snacks (234 recipes)
Kitty Party Sweets (58 recipes)

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homemade pav bhaji | how to make pav bhaji at home | mumbai pav bhaji made at home | with 25 amazing images. There is nothing healthier than making your homemade pav bhaji versus opting for pav bhaji from the street. While i do love mumbai roadside pav bhaji, i still think you should make your pav bhaji at home. In this homemade pav bhaji recipe, we have first pressure cooked the vegetables (cauliflower, green peas and carrots), that go into the pav bhaji. Then in a separate deep non stick pan cooked the chilli garlic paste, sauted the onions, capsicum and tomatoes. Added the kashmiri red chillies, pav bhaji masala and cooked with some water. Finally we add the potatoes and pressure cooked vegetables and cooked the mumbai pav bhaji made at home. Why make mumbai pav bhaji made at home? 1. Street vendors tend to use inferior quality vegetables which are not even cleaned properly. At home, we have the option to use the best quality of everything. 2. Water used to clean vegetables is not filtered by street vendors. 3. Everything is cooked in the open which leads to all kinds of infestation of the food despite it being hot. 4. The butter used is believed to be half margarine and half butter to cut costs and will lead to heart issues. We make homemade pav bhaji as a one meal dinner. Traditionally pav bhaji is served with yummy ladi pav which is made of plain flour. We suggest you try and use homemade multigrain bread to have with your homemade pav bhaji. homemade pav bhaji is truly an innovation that arose out of the necessity of providing a nice hot meal in a hurry and one that tickles the taste buds. When I am lazy to cook on an entire meal for my family, pav bhaji in one of the first few dishes which comes to mind. It is easy to cook and also filling. Aside from pav bhaji, we have other variations like jain pav bhaji, khada pav bhaji, pressure cooker pav bhaji and pav bhaji made with doodhi. Enjoy homemade pav bhaji | how to make pav bhaji at home | mumbai pav bhaji made at home with detailed step by step photos below.
chole bhature | Punjabi chole bhature | with 29 amazing images My earliest memories of Chole Bhature is of the one I ate at a popular eatery in Mumbai Known as "Cream Centre". On enquiring, I was told that the chick peas and spices were simmered together for hours resulting in a dish that a large number of Mumbaites relish even today! My version of chole is however, ready in minutes and is as delicious. I have also added powder, which impart a dark brown colour to the chick peas which usually comes from simmering chick peas in an iron pot. I enjoy eating hot chole with tikkis, bhaturas, kulcha or simply topped on a slice of bread. Crisp, yet spongy bhaturas are used to mop up the chole. Traditionally bhatura dough was made using leavening agents like soda, curds and leaving it for hours to ferment before they could be rolled out and deep fried. This recipe of bhature is one that uses mashed potatoes to soften up the bhaturas. Moreover, also these bhaturas do not turn rubbery and chewy when they are eaten cold. Enjoy other Punjabi Subzis like Shalgam ki Subzi, Aloo Mutter Korma, Sarson ka Saag, Kathal ki Subzi. Enjoy how to make chole bhature | Punjabi chole bhature with detailed step by step photos below.
pani puri recipe | golgappa | puchka | home made pani puri | with amazing 33 images. pani puris are known as "golgappas" in Northern India and as "poochkas" in West Bengal. pani puri is crisp semolina puris filled with sprouts and chilled mint flavoured water make a great snack for a hot summer afternoon. When my favourite “ pani puri wallah" is serving me these delightful little puris one after the other, I just go on eating till I can eat no more! Sprouts can be replaced by hot ragda to complement the chilled mint water. Making the puris takes some time to master and although they can be bought from a local store, the extra effort put in to make them at home is well worth the trouble. Do remember to store the puris in an air-tight container. You can always refresh them by baking them in a slow oven for 4 to 5 minutes. Finding excuses to invite people over, organize a chaat party and serve in disposable plates made from dry 'Sal' leaves to create an ambience. End on a sweet note with desserts like Baked Boondi Gulab Jamun Kesar Malai Kulfi and Malpuas. Pani Puri, have it spicy sweet or balanced – just the way you like it! It is a delight to watch the vendor skilfully punch a tiny hole in each puri thereafter adding the fillings and dipping it in the meetha chutney and teekha pani. Because of the hygiene and cleanliness issue, many people prefer making pani puri at home from scratch. The elements required for making home made golgappa are - crispy puri, a stuffing of your choice (soaked boondi, boiled potatoes, chickpeas and moong or ragda) and pani (teekha phudina pani and sweet imli pani). There are many other versions of pani too like lehsun ka pani, jaljeera, hing jeera pani. The recipe can be modified as per your preference. If you are making a mixed sprouts stuffing for pani puri then you would require some pre-preparation of 2 days. Make sure, you assemble pani puri only when you are eating it or else it will get soggy and the crispiness of the puri will be lost. Once you are done don’t forget to have a sip of teekha pani and a sukha puri to bring the delightful experience to a fitting end! Learn to make pani puri recipe | golgappa | puchka | home made pani puri | with detailed step by step recipe photos below.
rasgulla recipe | Bengali rasgulla recipe | rasgulla at home | chhena rasgulla | with amazing 21 images. rasgulla is a milk based popular Indian dessert orginated from Bengal yet equally loved all over India. rasgulla are served along with syrup and even cooked in the same sugar syrup. Ras stands for syrup and gulla stands for balls. rasgulla is one sweet the Bengalis cannot live without, and you too are sure to fall in love with it once you taste these super-soft, milk-white rasgulla. Remember that everything matters in the making of perfect rasgullas---from the amount of lemon juice used and the lump-free kneading of the chenna, to the consistency of the sugar water. Chhena is coagulated milk which acts a base for rasgulla. When you make rasgulla make sure to use and prepare fresh chhena, as making it in advance and storing it the refrigerator will change the texture of the rasgulla sweet. Notes and tips to make the perfect Bengali rasgulla recipe. 1. Bengali rosgulla is made using chenna. To make chenna at home, heat the cow’s milk and buffalo’s milk in a broad and deep non-stick pan and bring it to a boil. If buffalo’s milk is not available you can make the recipe using 5 cups of cow’s milk. Ideally, cow’s milk gives best result as it has less fat comparatively and the formation of malai (milk granules) is lesser. Keep stirring in between so that milk does not get stick to the bottom of the pan and get burnt. 2. To make soft, spongy rasgulla at home, put 5 cups of water in a steamer or a pressure cooker. For an added flavor, you can add some cardamom pods in sugar syrup. Make sure to have enough room for chenna balls to submerge completely and swell double or triple in size while boiling. 3. Do not hang the chenna for more than 30 to 45 minutes or else the chenna will be completely dry and rasgulla will turn hard. 3. Knead until the chenna is smooth, free of lumps and has no milk granules. If the chenna is not smooth the rosogulla may turn hard. Don’t over knead or else there will be no moisture and rasgulla will develop cracks. 4. Remove Bengali rasgulla gently into a bowl. They will shrink a little after switching off the flame but it is normal. Before removing them if you wish to check if the rasgullas are cooked , or not drop a rasgulla in a glass of fresh water. It will sink to the bottom if done or else it will float on top if it is raw from inside. So, follow instructions perfectly and you will end up with praise-worthy rasgullas. Once you get the hang of it, rasgulla becomes quite easy and you will be game to make it very frequently! Do try other popular Bengali sweets like Chum Chum and Lebu Sandesh. Learn to make rasgulla recipe | Bengali rasgulla recipe | rasgulla at home | chhena rasgulla | with detailed step by step photos.
moong dal halwa recipe | Rajasthani traditional moong dal halwa | authentic moong dal halwa | with 21 amazing images. moong dal halwa is a classic recipe that is relished throughout Rajasthan during the winter months, as it is supposed to keep the body warm and protect it from the bitter winter cold. Rajasthani traditional moong dal halwa is considered to be auspicious, and is often prepared during Holi , Diwali and weddings too. moong dal halwa is an Indian dessert recipe which is very famous North-Indian recipe and is made with yellow moong dal. This authentic moong dal halwa is known for its intense labor but every bit of effort put into making this recipe is worth it. moong dal halwa is rich and melts in your mouth. It takes a long time and lots of patience to sauté the dal and prepare the Rajasthani moong dal halwa and it will probably require a little extra ghee too! However, the outcome is worth every minute of extra effort you put into it. Notes and tips on moong dal halwa recipe. 1. To make moong dal ka halwa, pick and clean yellow moong dal. Transfer them in a bowl, add water and soak the yellow moong dal. Cover with a lid and soak for 3 hours. If you are in haste then soak the moong dal in hot water. Soaking is important as it swells and doubles in size and softens the moong dal. 2. After 3 hours, drain moong dal very well. If there is a lot of water, moong dal sheera will take longer time to cook so ensure you drain well. 3. Blend to a coarse paste and keep aside. Keep checking the mixer while blitzing and stop when the moong dal is coarse and not smooth. 4. Cook on a medium flame for 23-25 minutes, while stirring continuously. It is very important to stir continuously to ensure even cooking and preventing the dal from sticking to the pan. While you are roasting the moong dal keep pressing it down with your spatula for proper cooking. My mother makes moong dal halwa in a large quantity during Diwali days and we store it in the refrigerator for several weeks. Just add a little milk to the authentic moong dal halwa before reheating it. Also, there are no short cuts to make this moong dal halwa recipe, make sure you follow each and every step properly. Make sure to add good quality ghee as ghee inherits good taste in the halwa. Learn to make moong dal halwa recipe | Rajasthani traditional moong dal halwa | authentic moong dal halwa | with detailed step by step recipe photos and video below.
nylon khamman dhokla | Gujarati nylon khamman dhokla | instant nylon khamman dhokla | with 18 amazing images nylon khamman dhokla is a soft and fluffy steamed snack from the Gujarati repertoire. This all-time favourite is enjoyed as a starter , as a tea-time snack, or even for breakfast. Basically, something you can have any time you are hungry! These Gujarati nylon khamman dhokla are so soft and spongy that the reference to nylon is really apt! What is more, this recipe is also very easy to implement if you follow these simple instructions properly and practice it a bit. The addition of fruit salt to the batter, and water to the tempering, are the two main factors responsible for the super-soft and spongy nature of this dhokla. Temper just before serving, for the perfect “100/100”! I would like to give you some tips/suggestions to make a perfect nylon khamman dhokla. 1. Add the lemon juice and salt to the dough. As this is a sweet and slightly sour dhokla, we add lemon juice. Alternately you can add citric acid (nimbu ka phool). The lemon juice (or citric acid) and fruit salt create a fizzy reaction which results in soft, spongy khaman. 2. Mix well using a whisk to get a smooth Nylon Khamman Dhokla batter. The batter will have to mixed very well as the sugar needs to dissolve properly. If you want you can keep the batter aside for 10-15 minutes till the sugar has properly dissolved. 3. Grease 175 mm. (7") diameter thali with a little oil. This is an important step because greasing helps the nylon khamman dhokla come out of the plate without breaking or sticking. 4. Just before steaming, add the fruit salt. This will react with the lemon juice to give a fluffy batter. 5. Gently mix the fruit salt in the batter till just mixed. Do not over mix the batter, it should be airy and fluffy like this! 6. Pour the tempering over the prepared dhoklas and spread it evenly. Make sure the dhoklas are warm when you pour the tempering or else they will not soak the water in. Serve nylon khamman dhokla with green chutney. Enjoy nylon khamman dhokla | Gujarati nylon khamman dhokla | instant nylon khamman dhokla | with detailed step by step photos.
Mumbai street style bhel puri | bhel | bhelpuri enjoy with 20 amazing pictures. Think of bhel puri and the first thing that comes to mind is Mumbai street style bhel puri. From the famous Chowpatty beach to Juhu beach and street foods of Mumbai, you will find bhelpuri, very delicious and quick evening snack. Wanting to make something very delicious and quick for evening snack? Bhel Puri such an exciting snack to munch on. Though bhel puri chaat is also a pleasure to watch the chaat wallah whip up this tongue-tickling street food, make it at home is always healthier and efficient. Bhel puri sold on every street corner in Mumbai, and now widespread in other Indian cities and towns too. Almost every street has its own friendly bhelwala with his inimitable blends of chutneys and masalas. Mumbai street style bhel puri is a wonderful preparation of puffed rice tossed together with a lot of tangy chutneys, aromatic seasonings, crunchy veggies and flavourful garnishes. Now, you can recreate the magic in your own kitchen with this simple recipe. We have prepared bhel puri by taking, puffed rice which is the main ingredient to the dish, added onions, boiled potatoes, khajur imli ki chutney, green chutney, garlic chutney, fresh coriander, chaat masala, lemon juice, sev and crushed papdi and mixed everything together. The bhel puri is ready to be assembled. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and garnish each portion with sev, papdis, masala dal, raw mango, coriander and 1 papdi. If you have all the chutneys prepared and stored bhelpuri can be prepared in a jiffy, not only bhelpuri but any chaat can be prepared quickly. Bhel is a delectable combination of papadis, puffed rice, sev, onions, potatoes, raw mango and chutneys. The proportions of the various chutneys can be changed to adjust to your personal preferences. Toast the puffed rice to make bhel crisp before using it to make bhel. If you store the puffed rice, sev and papadi and refrigerate or freeze the chutneys, you can rustle up a heavy snack in a jiffy for your hungry kids returning from school. Enjoy Mumbai street style bhel puri | bhel | bhelpuri |with detailed step by step photos and video below.
ragda patties | chaat ragda patties | ragda recipe | ragda patties street food | with 60 amazing images. Ragda Patties, one of the most famous street foods of Mumbai, is a satiating snack that is loved by people of all ages. From being a street food, it has grown in stature to become a popular dish in many Indian restaurants all over the world. This tongue-tickling Ragda Patties treat is made of two components – crisp and succulent patties served with hot and spicy ragda. The ragda is made of cooked white peas in a spiced delicious gravy ; while the tava-cooked patties are made of mashed potatoes, perked up with a proper mix of desi spices. The ragda can be made spicy or mild, as per your taste. The patties are conveniently tava-cooked and not deep-fried. This gives them a nice mouth-feel, which is crisp outside and soft inside. In this Ragda Patties recipe, we have stuffed the patties with mint and coriander to give it a flavourful twist. Sometimes, it is also stuffed with soaked chana dal. You can come up with your own version with a different filling too! You can prepare the patties and the ragda beforehand. Assemble the chaat and top it with crunchy sev and onions just before serving. Serve Aam Lassi Slush or Watermelon Slush as an afters to this chaat. Enjoy how to make Ragda Patties recipe with detailed step by step photos below.
eggless chocolate cake in pressure cooker recipe | eggless chocolate pressure cooker cake | pressure cooker cake | eggless chocolate cake without oven | with 49 amazing images. eggless chocolate cake in pressure cooker recipe | eggless chocolate pressure cooker cake | pressure cooker cake | eggless chocolate cake without oven | is an Indian style eggless chocolate cake in cooker! There are millions of Indians who are vegetarian and make their cakes in a pressure cooker and this eggless chocolate cake recipe in pressure cooker is for them. To make eggless chocolate pressure cooker cake, sieve the plain flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and soda bi-carb in a bowl and mix well. Combine the condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla essence in another deep bowl and mix well with a spatula. Combine both the mixture to form a uniform mixture. The mixture will be a little thick so add a little water gradually to it and fold it. Add 1 cup of salt at the base of pressure cooker, pour the cake mixture in a greased and dusted tin and pressure cook for 35 minutes. How to prepare the pressure cooker to make eggless chocolate pressure cooker cake. 1. Note that we have not used in water in the pressure cooker and only salt is used. 2. We have taken 1 cup of salt in the pressure cooker. The we place a steel ring on it in the centre. 3. On top of the steel ring place a perforated plate. 4. Our pressure cooker is ready and cover it with a lid and ensure the ring is on it. 5. Don’t use the whistle and allow the cooker to heat for 2 to 3 minutes. 6. Open the lid and your cooker is ready to make eggless chocolate cake recipe in pressure cooker. Notes for pressure cooker cake. 1. Follow the exact procedure of adding salt to the pressure cooker, placing a steel ring stand and then a perforated plate over it. Pressure cook without whistle and ring for 5 minutes and then place the cake tin and pressure cook. 2. Dust the cake tin with plain flour as after the cake is cooked it’s very easy to de mould it. It’s important to remove the excess flour from the cake tin. Invert the tin and tap it twice so that the excess flour comes out. 3. We have used condensed milk in large quantities as this is the only sweetness to the cake. 4. When mixing the batter, do it quickly as the baking powder and baking soda is already added. 5. The water added to the batter depends on the quality of maida you use. 6. The batter should be off dropping consistency. 5. Spread the batter evenly in the cake tin. Use a spatula to tap the cake tin. Tapping also removes the excess air inside the tin. Serve this soft and succulent eggless chocolate cake warm and fresh off the cooker with a cup of tea, top it with ice-cream to make a delicious dessert, or decorate it to make the prettiest – and tastiest - cake in town. Learn to make eggless chocolate cake in pressure cooker recipe | eggless chocolate pressure cooker cake | pressure cooker cake | eggless chocolate cake without oven | with step by step photos and video below.
vada pav recipe | Mumbai style vada pav | batata vada pav | wada pav | with amazing 26 amazing pictures. Mumbai’s very own burger, Mumbai style vada pav. The vada pav recipe is made of a spicy potato filling deep fried in a gram flour batter. Along with a hot and spicy garlic chutney, batata vada pav is served inside a small "Ladi Pav". This indigenous burger-like snack is the quickest and tastiest meal you can have in Mumbai – any time you are hungry, even in the middle of the night! The Vada Pav has become so famous that it is now a popular snack all over the country and features on the menus of Indian restaurants even abroad. Remember to use freshly chopped ginger, garlic and green chillies to get the perfect taste. Vada pav is a famous Mumbai Street Food and a vendor is found selling vada pav on every other Mumbai street and on railway stations. Craving for vada pav and wanting it to be ultra hygienic? There is no better way than making batata vada pav at home as it is definitely hygienic and the ingredients used are also fresh. The procedure to make Mumbai style vada pav is not at all complex but very simple. First, we have started with making the potato filling by pounding the green chillies, ginger and garlic using a mortar and pestle. Further, heat the oil and add the mustard seeds. When they crackle, add the asafoetida and curry leaves. Add the pounded mixture which will give a unique flavor to our vada pav. Add the potatoes, turmeric powder for the colour and salt and mix well. Remove from the fire and let it cool. Divide and shape into rounds balls and keep aside. Further to cover them, we have made a thick batter using besan, turmeric powder, baking soda and little salt. Next, dip the potato balls in the batter and deep fry until golden brown. Next, to assemble vada pav, take a ladi pav and slit it from the centre, but do not cut fully. These days whole wheat laadi pav are also available in many bakery stores.. If you wish you can make them at home, check out our recipe for whole wheat laadi pav. Next, Spread some sukhi leshun ki chutney on the bottom half of the laadi pav. Place the vada over it and tradional style vada pav is ready. We have also shown the process to assemble Mumbai style vada pav, first spread some meetha chutney on a slit pav. Then spread some teekha chutney over it. Finally spread some sukhi leshun ki chutney over it. Place the vada and press the pav and the Mumbaiya style vada pav is ready to serve. Serve immediately while the vadas are still hot. You can also serve along with some fried green chillies. These days there are many ways to make and serve the vada pav. Some vada pavs are made with an array of chutneys and some of the vada pavs are made with chutneys, topped with onions, mayonnaise and cheese while some vada pavs are served with the besan chura made from left over besan batter along with chutneys. Succulent and spicy potato vadas are sandwiched between fresh pav bread along with dry garlic chutney, to make a delicious snack that tickles the taste buds and satisfies the tummy. I have fond memories of sharing a vada pav with my son while travelling on a business trip to Vapi by train. Although vada pav is a Maharashtrian dish, I was surprised to find it popular even in Gujarat. Another travelling ritual on my frequent drives to Pune is to stop at a small café on the highway to grab a quick vada pav and a steaming hot cup of Masala Tea that chases away all my travel fatigue. Enjoy vada pav recipe | Mumbai style vada pav | batata vada pav | wada pav | with detailed step by step photos and video below.
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