Snow Fungus Pear Sweet Soup

Snow fungus contains many good properties, which according to Chinese Medicine is good for health, and pear on the other hand pairs off well as it is popularly known to heal coughs, clears off body heat and others.  Thus on this hot and humid day, let us prepare this dessert for the family to enjoy.  This recipe is adapted from Kenneth Goh with amendments to suit my family's preference.

Ingredients: (serves 2)
1 bunch white fungus
2 medium-sized pears
6 red dates (seedless)
Rock sugar (amount depends on how sweet you prefer)
3 bowls water (medium bowl)

Methods:

1. Soak the white fungus for about 15 minutes, cut off the hard part, tear into smaller pieces and set aside.
2. Peel the pears, remove the center part, quartered and set aside.
3. Place all the ingredients including water in a double-boiler and boil for about 1 hour.  Check and refill the water on the outer boiler until the soup is cooked.
4. Serve in individual bowl either warm or cold, depending on individual preference.

Notes:  It is preferred to serve warm for those who are coughing and also to elderly people.