Cooking flavorful meals doesn’t have to take hours. If you’ve ever wished your dinners could taste delicious without complicated steps, Indian spices can be your best kitchen shortcut. The top 5 Indian spices for busy home cooks are easy to use, widely available, and instantly upgrade everyday meals. Even better—they come with…
Different Types of Potatoes Explained When it comes to cooking, potatoes are generally divided into three main categories: starchy, waxy, and all-purpose. Let’s break them down. Starchy Potatoes: Russet and Idaho Waxy Potatoes: Red, New, and Fingerling All-Purpose Potatoes: Yukon Gold and White Best Potatoes for Baking, Mashing, and Roasting…
Now that everyone is talking about natural ways to boost immunity, the wellness industry is coming up with a new immunity drink every few weeks. If you are like me who prefers a holistic approach to wellness, without spending too much money on bottled wellness products, do check this easy…
A good soup is your best friend in winters. A good chicken soup is your best bet when you are sick and under the weather. We have always enjoyed chicken noodle soup from Whole Foods but I thought it has more noodles than anything else. This recipe is my husband’s…
Cooking has a different meaning in each household. For some reheating a can of soup is cooking. How about putting a frozen pizza in the oven? Or making mac & cheese from a box is also considered a valid cooking option. Technically, you are “cooking” the food, but our grandmothers…
The Chick Pea curry, also known as Chana Masala or Cholle, is a very popular dish in North India. Traditionally made by soaking the beans overnight & then pressure cooking, it has a rich aroma of different spices. You can also soak them in hot water for two hours in…
Pumpkin pancakes are a regular fall and winter breakfast at our house. These are fluffy and laced with all of the fall spices we love. These are best served with Pumpkin spice latte and lots of butter and toasted pecans/walnuts. This recipe doubles easily so you can entertain a crowd ! Feel…
How to make the best pumpkin spice latte at home with milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, coffee, and fall spices. It tastes much better than store-bought! Looking for a Holiday drink which is kid friendly too? Pumpkin Spice Latte is what you need! Here’s how to make a spicy, frothy Pumpkin Spice Latte…
Navratri fasting is a tradition followed in many Indian households. This fasting allows our body to detox , reset our digestive fire and prepare for winters ahead. It’s a complete vegetarian fast with no grains to be included in your diet. This is a great opportunity to eat all those…
Ragi or Finger millet is a wonder grain with numerous health benefits. It is packed with nutrients and can be a regular part of your diet. Although some ancient grains are getting popular now, Ragi has been a staple in traditional Indian cuisine, especially South Indian cuisine. Ragi is a…
An easy low carb dinner ready in less than 45 minutes. Can be paired with your favorite pasta and grilled vegetables.
A wholesome and nourishing soup for winter months ! This year we cooked a traditional TG feast for the first time as our children wanted to enjoy a typical “holiday feast”. We have always prepared couple of recipes inspired by a typical TG feast on previous TG but never a…
We are just 5 days away from Diwali. This is a very busy week for many of us who are celebrating the biggest Hindu festival. This year will be different due to Covid-19 but we can still make it a memorable one. With little effort, you can prep your house…
Navratri is a Hindu festival that honors Divine Mother or Shakti. It is a great time for spiritual cleansing, personal exploration and connecting to your higher self. The nine nights are divided into sets of three, each set a particular aspect of divine mother is meditated upon. When I first…
Navratri or the nine sacred days mark the most auspicious days of the lunar calendar according to Hinduism. Celebrated with fervor and festivity across every Hindu community the world over, these nine days are dedicated solely to Maa Durga (goddess Durga) and her nine avatars. The primary theme is the…
This recipe is a part of ‘Holistic Autumn Detox’, a three day gentle detox. Butternut squash is cooked along with celery, tomatoes, and carrots. All the vegetables are roasted in the beginning in a few drops of oil. Roasting the veggies brings out their real flavors and adds a new…
The past few months of social distancing have been quite challenging for many of us. At the same time we all know someone who has taken this time as an opportunity to improve their skills, learn new crafts and picked up new hobbies. How are you coping up with all…
One Week Of Social Distancing It was cold outside today here in Colorado Springs and there was no sign of sunshine today. As responsible citizens we have been in social isolation for 8 consecutive day today. I’m amazed how our children adapt to new routines much faster than we do.…
Now that Covid 19 has been declared a pandemic by WHO, staying at home for self isolation seems inevitable. Whether you stay home because you have the symptoms or you have to do it because your city is under lock down, you must have a basic ration supply for next…
