Macaroni Salad

Macaroni is quite popular among kids & is probably one of the most frequent lunch box ideas among the mommies.But there are always healthier ways to feed your kids with their favorite meals. Personally, I’ve never liked the famous mac n cheese & I can’t blame my toddler for not…

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How to Make Paneer

Making paneer  at home may appear to be a cumbersome task but if you read the step by step directions below, you will realize it is probably one of the easiest tasks in the kitchen. The main idea is to boil the milk completely and then curdle it using an…

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Oatmeal-Banana Smoothie

Smoothies are the perfect post workout snack. They are easy to make and digest.They are thick and creamy full of all the essential nutrients needed buy our bodies after a sweat session. In this recipe, you may use soy milk or almond milk. Skip the sugar or artificial sweetener for…

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Roti Maker (Tortilla Press)

The Art Of Making Chapatti/ Roti (Tortilla)….. My Journey !   Most of the Indian meals are incomplete without this flat, round, fresh bread, popularly known as Chapatti / Roti (Tortilla). It is usually served with dishes like curries, dals ( lentil soups ) & sabzi  ( sauteed veggies laced…

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Bhugga – A Lohri Tradition

Lohri is a much celebrated North Indian folk festival usually falling on 13th January every year. It is believed that the farmers celebrate Lohri in anticipation of a good harvest of wheat crop in  March–April. Lohri is more significant if there has been a wedding or birth of a new…

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Layered Peppermint Barks

A quintessential Christmas tradition, Peppermint Bark is not just delicious but also easy to make.I made this chocolate confection last Christmas using layers of white & dark chocolate to hold the crushed peppermint candy. But why make one when you can buy? Simply because you want to use your favorite…

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‘Orange’ Juice

 The ‘Orange’ Juice –  A new way ! Even the slight mention of Juice (fresh) makes me thirsty & nostalgic. It all started in my early teen years when I was given the responsibility of making fresh juice almost on a daily basis for the clan. It became a family…

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Break Your Fast …Honey !!

 It’s no more a secret that eating healthy food has a direct connection with how you feel. Not only does that leave you well nourished & satiated but also takes you one step close to your personal well being.And if you are choosing wisely for the first meal of the…

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