Jul 20, 2018 Peach season is finally here! All year long, I look forward to the peach season but the sad part is that it ends pretty soon. I think it only lasts for a week or two. One week, the peaches are in the market and not really ripe and the next week they are super ripe. So ripe that if you buy a few pounds you can’t possibly finish all before some of them going bad....
Aug 25, 2014, Updated Jan 02, 2018 It has long been established that peanut butter and chocolate are meant for each other! I am sure you are aware of this, in case you aren’t you really don’t know what you have been missing out in life, seriously! They are incredible together. Whenever I think of peanut butter I instantly think of chocolates and vice versa so when I thought of making this peanut butter granola how could I have possible missed out on chocolate chips?...
Oct 30, 2013, Updated May 07, 2023 Halloween is here and with that the pumpkin season will also officially come to an end. It’s hard to keep away from pumpkin goodies during this time of the year and for me it was also hard to stop myself from baking them. The baking addict in me could not resist the temptation for long and so I first made these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins, which by the way were really good....
Whether you’re already meat-free, giving it a try for Veganuary, or whatever the reason may be… With a similar texture to shredded meat, young jackfruit makes the perfect vegan alternative to shredded chicken or pork. It’s perfect for combining with seasonings and other ingredients to make delicious, juicy jackfruit tacos for your next taco night! These vegan tacos are really simple to prepare, too. And just like other taco recipes, they’re also really easy to customize with your favorite toppings....
One of the most significant meals of the day is breakfast, which literally means breaking the fast. Unfortunately, we frequently forget or miss this breakfast because of the early bustle. We present a quick breakfast meal that is flavorful and simple to prepare. It is called ragi banana date smoothie. Bananas are high in potassium, and when mixed with ragi and dates, they may do wonders for your health. So, what are you waiting for?...
Apr 21, 2014, Updated Jan 02, 2018 There are breads you bake as treats and then there are healthy breads, this one belongs to the latter category. I admit I am always skeptical about using 100% whole wheat flour in my recipes. Whole wheat is dense and hence I always end up using little white flour even when I’m trying to bake something healthy. But this time I was determined not to use white flour at all in this bread....
There are many versions of Raw Mango Chutney, Andhra Style, with Coconut, etc. Today, I am sharing green mango chutney Karnataka Style, a spicy and sweet version. Again I learned this recipe from my mother when she was visiting me. I prepared an exact measurement it came out exactly like hers. Whenever my mom made this chutney during the mango season, I relished it with hot steamed rice with some ghee on it, and it tasted yummy....
I like to make different coconut chutneys for our breakfasts, like white coconut chutney, coriander coconut chutney to name a few. This Red coconut chutney is made from fresh coconut, dried red chilis, fried gram, ginger, and tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves. A great accompaniment with dosa, idli, uttapam and paniyaram. The dry red chilies (Byadagi/Kashmiri) give this eye-catching color to the chutney. I have used Byadgi chilies which are a bit spicier than Kashmiri chilies....
By roasting the cauliflower florets, this humble ingredient is transformed. The roasting process brings out the natural sugars and caramelizes them for a veggie that’s nutty, slightly sweet, and packed with flavor. When combined with onion and garlic and finished with zingy lemon juice, this simple cauliflower soup becomes worthy of any event or the holidays as a crowd-pleasing side! Best of all, this recipe requires very little prep – chop, roast, and then blend for creamy goodness....
May 24, 2023 In India whenever we would invite someone over for chai, mom would always make something fried and crispy. This was mandatory, either there were onion pakoras, samosa or vadas. We Indians do love our fried stuff and chai time back home was often incomplete without them. While the pakoras and samosa were made often, the sabudana vada was especially made during the fasting time of Navratri. My dad kept fast for all 9 days (and he still does to this date!...
So, it’s time to get this autumnal ingredient in on the action for pumpkin season. This pumpkin hummus recipe is incredibly simple and takes just minutes to blend into creamy, smooth, autumnal perfection! Serve it as a snack or appetizer and decorate your Halloween or Thanksgiving table with it – everyone will love it. Add all of the ingredients to your food processor and blend until you achieve a smooth and creamy texture....
Jan 11, 2015, Updated Jan 02, 2018 This question is for all the vegetarians out there, what do you guys order when you eat out at an Asian restaurant? My choices are mostly restricted to green beans and tofu, sometimes there’s some eggplant dish and that’s mostly about it. Yeah maybe some noodles, rice and salads too. I always look at the big menu which is there for everyone and then they will bring a super small vegetarian menu : ( Anyway I don’t really mind the limited options because I love all the veggies especially when cooked in Asian style....
Mar 30, 2016, Updated Sep 02, 2022 Spicy Strawberry Balsamic Jam + how to make a great looking (& tasting!) Spring Cheese Board! What do you guys think about cheese boards? Fun right? I think they are so much fun! You don’t have to do much but the possibilities are endless. One can add so much to them depending on the occasion, weather and the best part is they look great with minimal effort....
Nov 20, 2018 Are you guys already done with your Thanksgiving menu planning? If you are still deciding on an appetizer that you can serve your guests, give these Spinach & Sun Dried Tomato Puff Pastry Pinwheels a try! These are super easy to make and have so much deliciousness going on! My love for puff pastry is known to everyone. I always have few sheets in my freezer because they are so versatile and in case of unexpected guests/visitors, I can always rely on them to whip up something delicious in no time....
This Strawberry Blueberry smoothie recipe is so easy to make, all you have to do is blend your ingredients in a high-speed blender that’s it! Plus, Kids love it, and they can even help to make it. You can also make this smoothie ahead of time and store it in an airtight glass container for 1 to 2 days. To make a Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie bowl, Pour the smoothie mixture into a bowl....
Oct 31, 2016, Updated Jan 02, 2018 So this weekend was Diwali and I was super busy with house cleaning. Diwali is only time of the year when you do deep cleaning like empty all drawers, re-arrange your closet – you know that kind of cleaning. Yes that kind of cleaning can only happen during Diwali and thank god for that because that way you get rid of so much clutter....
It turns out the key to converting any spinach hater is with cream and butter – who knew? Unlike regular sauteed spinach, this easy spinach recipe is super creamy, rich, optionally cheesy, and gently spiced enough to turn even the most green-wary. Creamed corn is one of my go-to summer sides. But this super easy creamed spinach is a delicious crowd-pleaser for the Fall/Winter holidays or year-round steak nights! Even better, the best cream spinach recipe relies on just a handful of inexpensive and simple ingredients....
Some also call it Pasta Pomodoro, where Pomodoro means tomato in Italian. So basically it’s pasta with tomato sauce. Good quality tomatoes would enhance the taste of the Pasta to another level. Dont have an INSTANT POT? Dont worry I have also shared stovetop pot instructions below Ingredients Olive oil - You can also use butter or any other oil. But olive oil works best. Onion - I have used sweet onions in this recipe....
I’ve always had a soft spot for tacos, but it’s only after sharing my method for homemade corn tortillas that I’ve become slightly obsessed. So, having already shared regular mushroom tacos, rainbow Vegan Tacos, mini Breakfast Tacos (Vegetarian OR Vegan), and Meat-free Organic Rainbow Tacos: 4-ways, now it’s time for these delicious vegetarian (with cheese) OR vegan birria tacos. These oyster mushroom tacos combine a tender, juicy roasted oyster mushroom vegan “birria” filling with several toppings to suit various flavor palates....
In Indian monsoon seasons, chai and pakoda are a beloved combination. My mom always made the best pakodas including aloo pakoda, sweet corn pakoda, and spinach pakoda during the rains, making them a cherished family tradition. Today I am sharing my favorite, onion pakoda recipe. It is made by deep-frying a mixture of besan (gram flour), onions, and spices until crispy and golden brown. The result is a delicious and crunchy treat enjoyed by people of all ages....
