Blog Feed: Hello!! I am passionate about food and cooking is my joy. After several years as a career woman, I have decided to take..
| Home | My Account | Directories |
Matar Aloo Tamatar ki Sabzi | Potato Peas and Tomato Stir Fry
Published on 2012-05-24 20:15:52
Matar Aloo is a classic in the North Indian Kitchen. There are so many ways in which it is prepared in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and UP. The recipe I have today is a classic Matar Aloo from UP. The vegetable is a staple of the diet there. It is made with tomatoes for a delicious tanginess, and the ginger, garlic, and green chilies, all add to the flavour. This Sabji | Sabzi is best enjoyed with hot rotis or parathas, freshly chopped salad, and some plain yogurt on the side. Ingredients: 2 medium [..] > read more
Three Pepper and Sweet Corn Salad
Published on 2012-05-21 14:08:24
Its unseasonably hot in my part of the world with temperatures touching the 90s!! Its the first time I have experienced such a warm May here. The average temperatures are in the 70s at this time of the year, warm but a cool breeze and some rain. On Sunday it was so hot that we actually went out for ice cream. Boy did it taste good!! At home I am trying to spend less time cooking. The kitchen gets really very hot and standing by the stove can become unbearable even with air conditioning. So we a [..] > read more
Tofu Tikka Masala | Yogurt Marinated Tofu in Tomato Gravy
Published on 2012-05-16 22:57:34
Gajar Koshimbir Ver 2.0 | Carrot Yogurt Salad
Published on 2012-05-08 22:17:48
Today I want to share another go to recipe of mine. Carrots are great for salads and and I always keep a fresh pack handy at home. I buy organic carrots for salads. They are really tender and sweet and juicy and bursting with flavour!! Last week when I made my Hara Masala Makai Pulao | Spicy Green Corn Rice, I made this delicious yogurt based salad to accompany it. Did I mention its the simplest thing in the world to put together, you'll never be left wondering what to add to the table should so [..] > read more
Hara Masala Makai Pulao | Spicy Green Corn Rice
Published on 2012-05-01 21:05:40
Last night I made this simple Corn Pulao with Gajar Koshambir (Carrot Salad) for dinner. We were just back from a long weekend and craving some good home cooked food. I already had some Arhar | Toor Dal | Pigeon Pea ready in the freezer. So while it defrosted, I decided to rustle up something special as well as quick.This Corn Pulao is a little different, as I decided to add cilantro to the cooking process. This gave it a really fresh and tangy taste which was balanced beautifully by the sweetne [..] > read more
Really Smooth Fruit and Nut Chocolate Caramel Bark
Published on 2012-04-23 13:31:48
Now who doesn't like chocolate!! Its a love we all share, sometimes secretly and at other times with a passion. Yes, even adults behave like little children at its mere mention! As a child, I loved Amul chocolates, the long lost Double Decker (one of the most delicious chocolates ever, it was rarely available even in my childhood, but I heard so much about it from my parents and their siblings), Five Star Bar, Fruit and Nut Bar, and Cadbury Nutties!! Now my favourite chocolates are those made fr [..] > read more
Shahi Tukre | Double ka Meetha aur Kesariya Rabri (Crispy Bread Pudding in a Pistachio Saffron Sauce)
Published on 2012-04-17 21:04:53
Its been days since I made a good desi meetha or Indian Sweet!! The festival season has begun in India and I have been wanting to begin my Festive Fayre series again!! And what better sweet than the one called Shahi Tukra | Shahi Tukre | Double ka Meetha or quite simply Royal Morsels in English. Its a sweet that was particularly popular in Delhi around the time I was a kid and no marriage buffet was complete without Shahi Tukre covered with dry fruits and Warq. The name of this delicious sweet [..] > read more
Bite-Size Raspberry Jam Biscuits | Eggless Raspberry Jam Biscuits
Published on 2012-04-11 13:10:51
Many years ago, I came across the jammie biscuit in England. Pretty yellow biscuits, with a sticky baked jam center really made my day. I loved them with my afternoon cuppa (shorthand for a cup of tea on the British Isles)!! They also reminded me of the jam biscuits we ate as kids back in India. The only difference was that in India, the filling was mixed fruit jam, a species of jam rarely found on super market shelves elsewhere, while in England, the filling was always raspberry jam, or apricot [..] > read more
Atta Cookies | Eggless Whole Wheat Biscuits
Published on 2012-04-04 11:15:21
Spring is in the air and we are blessed with some beautiful warm sunshine!! The birds are actually singing and my back yard is green. I am getting so excited at the prospect of planting flowers and vegetables again this year!! But in my part of the world one has to be cautious. April brings at least one last big chill and sometimes frost before the warm weather sets in for good!! Well, at least I have got my planters lined up and will fill them up with fresh soil this weekend!! Spring also mea [..] > read more
Daring Bakers March 2012: Dutch Crunch Bread
Published on 2012-03-31 21:46:31
Dutch Crunch Bread is the perfect sandwich roll!! Thanks to the Daring Bakers, I was able to enjoy creating another new bread at home. We loved the result and this recipe is will be a go to recipe for me every time I want to do home made burgers. I modified this recipe to suit our dietary requirements and taste. I used half all purpose and half whole wheat flour, added a tablespoon and a half of vital wheat gluten for the roll itself. For the crunch topping, I used dark Japanese style toasted se [..] > read more
Katachi Amti | Chana Dal Amti | Spicy Split Bengal Gram Soup
Published on 2012-03-23 14:39:09
Katachi Amti > read more
Khara Biscuits | Masala Biscuits | Indian Spice Crackers
Published on 2012-03-12 14:55:30
Khara Biscuits are a typically Indian bakery biscuit. Khara means salty or savoury, and this biscuit could be spicy too depending on where in India you buy it. Like the Nan Khatai, Khara Biscuits are a wonderful accompaniment to hot sweet tea and are often served at tea time in small local bakeries hot out of the oven. These biscuits can be of two types. One is crunchy on the outside and flaky within and is usually made with a puff pastry kind of dough. The other is made with a biscuit or cookie [..] > read more
Daring Cooks February 2012: Potato Rosti
Published on 2012-02-27 15:31:46
This is a Challenge I could do any day!! We love Patties and I make so many kinds so often I have lost count of them!! Burgers, Cutlets, Tikkis, Vadas, all kinds of vegetarian and vegan versions have been made in my kitchen from time to time. Wish I had as much time to actually sit and blog each and every one of them!! This Challenge had so may options, but I had made Aloo Tikki just the other day!! No photographs of course as they were devoured as they were made. So I thought it might be best t [..] > read more
Daring Bakers February 2012: Delicious Quick Bread
Published on 2012-02-27 15:09:06
Kudos to Lisa for supplying yet another wonderful Daring Bakers Challenge!! No surprises for guessing that I picked to do the Savoury version of this recipe!! With some changes of course. I made a Bacon and Cheese Beer Batter Bread!! Only it had neither beer nor bacon in it!! Confused? Well I substituted the beer with buttermilk, added an extra teaspoon of baking powder, replaced half the AP flour with whole wheat flour, and some vegan bacon strips. The latter I fried per the instructions on the [..] > read more
Kathal Pulao (Rice with Tender Jackfruit)
Published on 2012-02-17 22:37:07
Kathal or raw Jackfruit is not available in my part of the world. Even Indian stores do not carry it. The only way to indulge any craving for Jackfruit is to get it canned from Asian stores that import it from Thailand. I remember Kathal largely from my time in Delhi. My Mum would get it from vegetable vendors in the Sarojini Nagar market when it was in season. Kathal is not an easy vegetable to prepare, just the peeling, cutting, separating the seeds and removing them from their tough shells is [..] > read more
Delicious Baked Potato with Vegan Chili
Published on 2012-02-10 13:58:38
Nothing warms the kitchen and a home like a bake in the oven. Adjusting to the temperature change ever since I returned and its not been easy. This despite the fact that we barely seem to be having a winter around here!! I mean today is only the second time its snowed since I returned and that is not normal for this time of the year. I've been baking like crazy since I got back, mostly savoury bakes and pies, with the occasional crumble thrown in!! On Superbowl Sunday, I make some delicious bake [..] > read more
Daring Cooks December 2011: Asian Style Spicy Filled Buns
Published on 2012-02-08 14:00:39
Wonderful challenge which I was delighted to complete. My version was of course vegetarian, and we loved the results. Not able to upload photos as am on the road. Am back at my desk and here are the photographs of this challenge. I did this challenge twice. The first time I used all purpose flour and the second a combination of all purpose and whole wheat flour. The second time the buns came out much better!! The filling is one if mixed vegetables seasoned with a medley Asian spices. Delicious. [..] > read more
Daring Bakers January 2012: Buttermilk Biscuits
Published on 2012-02-06 11:02:13
Hi Folks!! I'm finally back from my long long break!! Beginning the year with a Daring Bakers Challenge!! And what a wonderful recipe Audax has selected. I have made Scones/Biscuits in the past. But I always felt that most recipes I encountered asked for way too much butter!! Also substituting the butter with something else led to fairly disappointing results. Audax's recipe is very well balanced and the results turn out perfect each time. I made the original batch by following the recipe. But t [..] > read more
Daring Bakers November 2011: Filipino Desserts
Published on 2012-01-05 11:44:33
The November 2011 Daring Bakers Challenge had 2 wonderful recipes - the amazing Sans Rival Cake and the Biingka. Sadly, I could do neither in their original form as the number of eggs required were just too many. For the same reason, a modified version also became difficult:( to create. I really did not want to attempt messing around with such beautiful recipes. But I really wanted tomparticipate in this challenge. So, in the end, I chose to a completely different dessert, Filipino nevertheless, [..] > read more
Daring Bakers December 2011: Sourdough Bread
Published on 2012-01-05 11:34:08
Yet another baking favorite is our challenge for the last month of this year. Loved it! Thanks Jessica for a great challenge. I am still on vacation and am not able to upload photographs, will post them on return. Post Script: Our Daring Bakers boast for December 2011 was Jessica of My Recipe Project and she showed us how fun it was to create Sour Dough Bread in our own kitchens. She provided us with Sour Dough recipes from Bread Matters By Andrew Whitley as well as delicious recipe to use o [..] > read more
Daring Cooks November 2011: An Apple Tea Cake (Eggless)
Published on 2011-11-24 02:23:58
The Daring Cooks November 2011 challenge was to create a delicious food recipe using tea! Yes, tea! As anyone who reads my blog will know, tea is my favorite beverage. I enjoy it black, milky with sugar, with spices, green, white, herbal, hot and cold!! Cooking with tea can only be described as an adventure in cooking. Just take a peek at some of the recipes this month's challenge offered. I chose to make a cake with tea. I had these beautiful Honey Crisp apples that I had bought at the orchar [..] > read more
Daring Bakers October 2011: A Savoury Take on the Povitica
Published on 2011-11-11 18:26:29
This Daring Bakers Challenge was interesting albeit after the festive season in October, I could barely stand to see more sugar!! So I decided to tweak this challenge a little to suit our tastes as well as make it savoury!! The filling for this savoury version of the Povitica is a delicious Spicy Walnut Paste, made with walnuts, parsley, green chilies,pomegranate molasses and garlic!! I have also not used egg in the bread or the filling.I could have replaced the egg with some oil for the filling [..] > read more
Very Orangey Orange Cake (Eggless)
Published on 2011-11-01 16:09:01
I love citrus in cakes and bakes!! While I bake lemon pound cake and my olive oil lime cake every so often, I have not baked an orange cake in quite some time. Several years ago, I would bake an orange cake that required a syrupy drizzle icing, one that would soak into the sponge of the cake making the crumb juicy and moist. Mmmmm Now I am addicted to this very very orange cake!! The beauty of this cake lies in its simplicity. To begin with, this cake is eggless (love that), it has a dense [..] > read more
Atta Nan Khatai (Eggless Whole Wheat Cardamom Cookies)
Published on 2011-11-01 16:07:44
I've always been intrigued by the great Indian festival cookie: the Nan Khatai. Soft, buttery, and flaky, it holds all the promises associated with a melt in the mouth shortbread cookie. Pair it with a a tall chai latte or sweet milky tea and its the ultimate pick me up after a long day!! Its also a great festive treat or holiday cookie to be enjoyed with family and friends after a hot supper. The traditional Nan Khatai is made with ghee (clarified butter), sugar, and all-purpose flour and is a [..] > read more
Daring Bakers June 2011: Walnut & Honey Baklava
Published on 2011-06-29 15:34:31
Not an easy but an eminently rewarding challenge is how I'd describe the Challenge set us by Erica for June 2011. I have made Baklava before but this was my first time with making the Phyllo at home. Mine turned out really well except the top layer b > read more
Fada/ Dalia ka Upma (Broken Wheat Porridge)
Published on 2011-06-27 11:40:34
Sunday breakfast is always special. Sometimes I get round to making it so leisurely after morning tea and papers that it kind of morphs into a brunch! In the good old days when I had a proper desi mixie, I'd make idli, dosa, vadas, dal cheelas, all o > read more
Patta Gobhi Aloo (Cabbage Potato Stir Fry)
Published on 2011-06-21 11:05:02
Though we love cabbage around here and I always keep one handy, I was quite surprised to find an extra one in the refrigerator this week. Looks like it was hiding in the crisper and I had forgotten all about it!! I can't say I was disappointed to fi > read more
Tamatar-Moongphali Chatni (Tomato-Peanut Chutney): Version 2.0
Published on 2011-06-19 10:39:56
This is another recipe for Tomato Chutney that I have been experimenting with last week. This time I used raw peanuts and dropped the jaggery. The result was a sharper and more tangy taste. Note that as the peanuts in this chutney are raw, the cookin > read more
Daring Bakers March 2011: Yeasted Sour Cream Savoury Bread
Published on 2011-06-15 12:26:21
March was a truly hectic month for me. So much needed to be done, and we were so tied up. Mum was here and it was a great comfort to have her around. She really looked after us and spoilt us silly. Thanks Ma!! The March Challenge offered to The Darin > read more
Masala Thalipeeth (Mixed Spice Flatbread)
Published on 2011-06-15 11:31:05
Its been really long since I made Thalipeeth at home and I was craving this delicious moist flatbread typical of Maharashtrian kitchens. Several years ago when I was in Pune for a holiday with my parents, I remember strolling down the local market lo > read more
Matar Aloo Sukhe (Peas PotatoStir Fry)
Published on 2011-06-08 14:39:40
A couple of week ago I got some extra time and decided to clean out the refrigerator. Out came all the vegetables, dairy, and fruit as I tried to decide what to do with each of them. Over what turned out to be an afternoon long cooking session, I mad > read more
Lasun Aloo (Garlicky Potatoes)
Published on 2011-06-05 22:43:47
Its getting warmer here by the day and we have had temperatures hit the upper 80s in the last week. The sun is incredibly bright and everything outside looks beautiful as it basks in its warmth!! Its been a long time coming in our part of the world b > read more
Achari Baigan (Eggplant/ Brinjal/ Aubergine in Pickling Spices)
Published on 2011-05-29 22:30:33
The eggplant is as versatile as it is delicious. With the summer crop of fresh tender eggplants coming in in the farmers market, I am raring to try so many lovely recipes that I have collected. I always make an eggplant pickle every summer - in fact > read more
Banana Walnut Cake (Eggless)
Published on 2011-05-20 13:12:39
Back to some baking!! The banana-walnut combination is what I always describe as sterling for cakes. The sweetness of the banana is set off perfectly by the oily nuttiness of the walnut. Needless to say, Banana-Walnut Cake ranks as one of the favouri > read more
Dal aur Til Tarka Wali Patta Gobhi (Lentil and Sesame Tempered Cabbage )
Published on 2011-05-19 13:14:59
Things have been so hectic in the last few months we have not had time to catch a breath. With packed schedules, it is easy to be tempted with take-out or making do with some snacking. Both being seriously unhealthy as meal substitutes, I try to do s > read more
Oven-Baked Spiced Savoury Canape Cups
Published on 2011-05-17 12:28:27
For the Daring Cooks April 2011 Challenge, I made some edible containers well suited to Indian-style savoury canapes. Inspired by Chaat-Papdi, Dahi-Puri, and Raj Kachoris, I made a hybrid savoury container that can hold all your favourite chaat filli > read more
Mixed Vegetables Sabzi
Published on 2011-05-15 16:33:35
I love the taste of peas and carrots together, or beans and corn together in a sabzi. In a Delhi winter, it is quite common to combine sweet green peas, beautiful red carrots, with tender beans to make a flavourful sabzi. We don't get the lovely red > read more
Daring Bakers April 2011: Maple Mousse in an Edible Container
Published on 2011-05-12 09:27:13
Here' is my version of maple mousse. It is a very light vegetarian option, made with maple syrup, yogurt, and agar agar. Sadly, I am unable to make the edible container as I am off serious sweets for a while. Great challenge Evelyn. Thanks!! Blog-che > read more
Dal Dhokli: A Deliciour One Pot Meal
Published on 2011-05-11 21:58:37
Chilly temperatures always call for especially delicious treats and comfort food. Today, we had the first thunderstorms of the season, I decided to treat us to some hearty Dal Dhokli. Now Dal Dhokli is basically a Gujarati dish, though I believe that > read more
Healthy Vegetarian Tacos
Published on 2011-05-11 16:41:31
Tacos are a great favourite in my home and I am very experimental with the filling I make for for them. Here's a version of some yummy healthy vegetarian tacos that I made last weekend. Ingredients: 4 large taco shells 1 tbsp olive oil 3 clove > read more
Patta Gobhi Ki Bhurji (Creamy Scrambled Cabbage)
Published on 2011-05-10 21:07:24
One of the simplest yet most delicious recipes that I gleaned from my Mum's cooking is Patta Gobhi Bhurji. A creamy cabbage dish made to suit an Indian meal, its both fast to cook and nutritious to eat. Mum made this for me when she was here last mon > read more
Masoor Dal Lashun Tarka (Split Red Lentils with Garlic Tempering)
Published on 2011-05-10 13:03:22
Lentils are the mainstay of simple home food in India. I remember eating dal-roti on hot summer afternoons in Delhi. Back from school, this simple meal was ideal to satisfy with most desperate of hunger pangs, not to mention provide complete nutritio > read more
Daring Bakers February 2011: Saffron Panna Cotta with a Pistachio Encrusted Mango Gelee
Published on 2011-05-05 14:45:32
For the February 2011 Daring Baker's Challenge I made a Saffron Panna Cotta with a Pistachio Encrusted Mango Gelee. I made the Panna Cotta with a combination of single cream and full fat milk to which I added some agave nectar, pinch of sugar, salt, > read more
Fras Beans Goda Masa
Published on 2011-04-29 19:28:15
Simple and quick to prepare, this vegetable preparation is handy when I need to get some food going in a hurry. Green Beans and Goda Masala are a match made in heaven, and a dollop of ghee at the end of the cooking process make them mouthwateringly d > read more
Vrat ka Khana/ Fasting Foods: Sooji Halwa/ Sheera
Published on 2011-04-19 15:50:33
Sooji Halwa is a delicious, melt in the mouth sweet prepared across the country. It is often made on religious occasions, as a Prasad (offering to God). Its also a great quick fix dessert and can be made in a cinch with just a few ingredients from th > read more
Moong Dal Khichdi (Mung Dal Khichree)
Published on 2011-04-07 16:57:07
Kichidi - that delicious melange of rice and lentils - is the ultimate comfort food. And moomg dal kichidi comes out at the top. In this version, I have added a tomato and potato to make the dish extra nutritious and comforting. Ingredients: 1 cup r > read more
Palak Pakoras and Kanda Bhajis (Spinach and Onion Fritters)
Published on 2011-04-04 23:06:21
Pakoras or chickpea fritters are a great favourite in our family. But as they are deep fried I try to make them only for a special occasion. Of course, there are times when some special foods make a day special. Pakoras can make the most simple of me > read more
Daring Cooks March 2011: Filled Potato Patties from Peru
Published on 2011-03-23 15:01:10
The Daring Cooks March 2011 challenge was wonderful - filled potato patties from Peru. Even though I am really pressed for time these days, I knew I just had to make this particular recipe, albeit with some modifications to suit our tastes!! Details > read more
Daring Cooks December 2010: Homemade Sundried Tomato and Pine Nut Seitan Sausages
Published on 2011-03-21 23:11:57
The vegetarian sausage recipe is superb - loved this challenge. Will pen in details of my alterations as time permits:) Thanks Jenn and Jill for this wonderful Daring Cooks Challenge. Post Script: Jenn and Jill have challenged The Daring Cooks to > read more
Daring Cooks February 2011: Hiyashi Soba and Tempura
Published on 2011-03-20 18:59:27
This was a great challenge. I made both the noodles and the tempura. Though I was wondering if the sauce would work for the noodle, I found that it was a wonderful accompaniment to the soba noodle. The tempura was super - though I made a eggless vers > read more
Aloo Phoolgobhi Sabzi (Potato Cauliflower)
Published on 2011-03-03 20:20:18
The simplest of vegetables prepared at mealtimes in the winter in north India is aloo gobhi. While regional variations abound, this simple recipe is a staple in homes in Uttar Pradesh. It can be served with any flatbread - chappatis, parathas, and ev > read more
Makkai Fras Beans (Sweet Corn with French Beans)
Published on 2011-03-02 12:09:14
I have written about my love for green beans before. I guess it goes back to the days when my Mum grew a vegetable garden right next to our kitchen. Beautiful, green creepers climbed up a pretty trellis yielding crisp green beans which we would pick > read more
Makkai/Bhutte ki Bhaji (Stir-Fried Corn Kernels)
Published on 2011-02-27 19:18:07
Makkai or Bhutta is fresh corn and usually seen in the Indian markets only during the latter part of the monsoon season. It is sold roasted fresh over coal embers on street carts. Seasoned with spices and lemon juice, it makes for a tasty treat and p > read more
Fresh Fruit Yogurt: Delicious Strawberry & Blueberry Tiers
Published on 2011-02-07 22:13:45
I love fruited yogurts, but always feel rather uncomfortable buying them in the supermarket. All kinds of added preservatives, too much sugar, artificial flavouring are the ultimate turnoff. There are some great organic brands available, but I feel t > read more
A Daring Bakers Christmas: Christmas Stollen
Published on 2011-02-04 20:54:58
The Daring Bakers December Challenge was Christmas Stollen!! I made one following half of the recipe, unbleached flour, and substituted apple sauce for the eggs!! The Stollen turned out delicious and the recipe is a keeper!! Post Script: The 2010 Dec > read more
Rustic Savoury Crostata: A Daring Baker's November
Published on 2011-02-04 18:06:50
As always a winner from the Daring Bakers. I tweaked the recipe for the crust quite a bit to avoid eggs!! As for the filling - well it just had to be savoury:) This Crostata came out lip-smacking yummy!! The use of multiple flours in the crust gave a > read more
Tamatar-Moongphali Pachidi (Tomato-Peanut Chutney)
Published on 2011-01-30 01:09:11
Few days back I made rava idli at home. It was a real treat. My desi mixer-grinder stopped working a few months back and I have not been able to make any of our favourites including idli, dosa, uttapa, chutney since. Having sworn off buying another b > read more
Vegetarian Chili Con Soya Ver 2.0
Published on 2011-01-25 23:11:56
I love working with Soya Granules or what is sold here as Texturised Vegetable Protein. They are so versatile and take the flavour of all kinds of spices and seasonings very well. One of the foods I make with soya granules is Vegetarian Chili. I post > read more
Chocolate Caramel Almond Bark
Published on 2011-01-22 19:33:25
Things were so hectic over the holidays that I never really got round to making many of the treats I had planned. But with winter still around - half a foot of snow and freezing temperatures -it seems about right to go ahead and treat ourselves and o > read more
Malaidar Palak Paneer (Creamy Spinach with Indian Style Cottage Cheese)
Published on 2011-01-17 23:09:41
Its snowing here again and we got around half a foot of the fluffy stuff today!! The trees look really pretty but he roads are another story altogether!! Back home in the early afternoon, I decided to get some cooking done and stock the refrigerator > read more
Phool Gobhi ki Bhurji (Scrambled Cauliflower)
Published on 2011-01-10 08:41:24
Mashed cauliflower - always reminds me of school dinners - tasteless, dull, watery!! Now think cauliflower bhurji - creamy, melt in the mouth, divine. Bhurji (scrambled) is a popular way of cooking vegetables in the north of India. Deliciously spicy > read more
Summer Squash ke Kofte (Summer Squash Dumplings in a Tomato-Fenugreek Sauce)
Published on 2011-01-07 22:55:38
Kofte is a delicious curried dumpling dish that is popular in North Indian cuisines. In Uttar Pradesh Kitchens, kofte are typically made with a variety of vegetables and paneer (Indian style cottage cheese). The curries can be tomato based or dairy b > read more
Cinnamon Raisin Bread with Oats
Published on 2011-01-05 13:56:01
The one bread I have become rather partial to in the last few years is Cinnamon Raisin Bread. The thing, however, that I do not like about the store bought brands is that they are invariably made with white flour and other ingredients that one cannot > read more
Soya Nugget aur Palak ki Tehri (Soy Nuggets and Spinach Rice)
Published on 2011-01-05 13:54:41
Here is a really indulgent little recipe for a comfort food I love to prepare in the winter. Rice, spinach, peas in home made (by Mum), Kolhapuri masala, drenched in fresh cream and ghee!! Yumm!! Ingredients: 1 cup long grain rice, washed and > read more
Khumbi-Matar Pulao (Mushroom Peas Pilaf)
Published on 2011-01-05 13:19:04
I always have a box of mushrooms in the refrigerator. They perk up stir-fries, pasta sauces, bakes, soups, grilled toasts, and salads!! Interestingly, mushrooms do well with Indian dishes as well - they can and do take on the flavour of Indian spices > read more
Crunchy Vegetable Salad with Yogurt Dressing
Published on 2011-01-03 12:45:15
I just crave the taste of garden fresh vegetables in the winter. Though we are under 9 inches of snow here and it is bitterly cold here, we are lucky to get crisp and juicy salad vegetables in our favourite stores. Last week, I bought sweet bell pepp > read more
Aam aur Nariyal ki Barfi (Mango-Coconut Sweet)
Published on 2011-01-02 19:55:39
Barfi or Burfi, meaning ice-like, is a milk based sweet from the Northern parts of India. This Meetha (sweet) is now popular all across the Indian sub-continent. It is made at home on special occasions and is easily available ready made in Halwai or > read more