Guest Recipe by Shweta Ahuja Breakfast – the name itself defines it, break your 12 hour nightly fast. Being the most important meal of the day, it needs to be an equilibrium of nutrients and a pack full of protein. As Indians we can’t really have sweet breakfast like pancakes…
Some recipes like those for soups, baked goods & many more calls for an exact measurement of ingredients & while we are in the middle of that not-so-easy-recipe we don’t want to add to our work by doing the guess work.So here is the conversion table for everyone’s convenience.Also there…
It’s so tempting to buy that jar of ginger / garlic paste in supermarket. While doing so you do save some cooking time but you are compromising on the taste of the dish too. Why would anyone use a paste which is laced with preservatives ( chemicals ) & which…
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…
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…
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…
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…
This classic holiday favorite is as beautiful as it is delicious! Peppermint Bark combines layers of creamy white and rich dark chocolate, sprinkled with crushed peppermint candies for a refreshing crunch. 🎅🍬 Why You’ll Love It:✔️ Simple to make – only 4 ingredients!✔️ Perfect for gifting 🎁 or snacking 🍫✔️…
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…
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…
Packed with more than half a dozen of fresh veggies, this Italian style soup is supercharged with vitamins & minerals. This nutritious & healthful soup helps me to consume the seasonal vegetables all at one time.It can be a complete meal by itself and you can serve it as an…
This salad is a good substitute for the more popular Caesar salad. Most of the leaves used in the making of this salad have slightly bitter but refreshingly unique taste.The mustard vinaigrette which is freshly prepared, masks the bitterness of this salad. Serves: 3 …
As a student of Botany, I’ve studied Zucchini as a fruit but now I know that for gastronomic purpose this cucumber-like fruit is used as a vegetable. This is one vegetable ( or fruit ! ) which can be cooked in many different ways – baking, sauteing, grilling and even…
Using all raw ( well almost ! ) ingredients, this healthy appetizer is a must try vegetarian food.I’ve grown up eating lentil salad. So this one is just a little twist to my mom’s recipe. Instead of chopping the cucumber, I’ve used it as a cup to fill in the…
A whole wheat tortilla ( chapatti) wrapped around a bunch of veggies becomes a healthy weekend brunch idea.Using the staples of mexican cooking, corn & beans, this dish comes out with a rich flavor & an enticing spicy taste. Makes: 6 wraps …
For me, Cheese & Bell peppers are always a winning combination. Add some spinach & onion to make the pairing even more delicious. When you bake all these, the result is not only a treat for your eyes but for your taste buds too! Makes:16 Course:…
Celery, the ‘Edible Cutlery’ is known for its crunch & mild taste. Most of the times,it is used to get that ‘background flavor’ in dishes. No wonder it is frequently added in soups & stews too. When I make this soup I try to keep it simple,refraining myself from using…
Fusion Pasta ! This dish is an accidental recipe. It so happened when I was all set to have penne pasta for lunch only to realize later that my pantry was out of pasta. Not only that there was no pasta sauce. My toddler who was really looking forward to…
Quick, easy & flavorful …this is how I would like to introduce this appetizer/ side dish which can be ready in 15 minutes if made from scratch. A very good alternative to the popular French fries, these can be savored with condiments such as ketchup, mayonnaise, sour cream …to name…
The word curry in the western world implies any kind of Indian dish made with a lot of spices. It’s a very generic term that tries to simplify and market Indian food to western audiences. In fact you can find curry powder in supermarkets which would lead one to…