A lot of us don’t think of our property as problematic to our health. After all, it’s our shelter which keeps us safe. But you need to be aware that there are hidden dangers which can actually jeopardize our health. In fact, here are some ways to ensure you have a healthy home so that you can have a healthy family! Make sure you clean it from top to bottom regularly It can be a challenge to … [Read more...]
Manchuria – Vegetarian Manchurian Gravy
April 5, 2011 by
Vegetable Manchurian Gravy (Indo-Chinese)Those of you who have been following my blog for some time now, shold know that I am a huge Indo-chinese food fan. And frnakly, most of the Indians fall into this category. The rich spicy taste native to this realm of fusion cooking is hard to resist, and if you haven't tasted Indo-Chinese food yet, you are surely missing something. Today we talk about one … [Read more...]
Raspberry Ice Cream Floats
April 4, 2011 by
Raspberry Ice Cream FloatsSummer has kicked in nice and strong in my part of the world, and people are all geared to enjoy the sun, sand and the cool waters of the Pacific by hitting the beaches. What you need to beat the heat is something cool and refreshing. Just like these lovely red Raspberry & Champagne Ice Cream Floats. In fact, they are so versatile you can easily add them to your any-time … [Read more...]
Pineapple & Mango Quick Bread
March 31, 2011 by
Tropical Mango-Pineapple BreadSummers in India are synonymous with bowls full of Aamras (fresh mango pulp) and gobbling up sweet mangoes all day long! And though I miss those childhood days, I am at least thankful of being in a state that offers Mangoes almost every season. They may not be as sweet and flavorful as the Indian ones, but beggars are not choosers, and so I am happy to grab whatever I … [Read more...]
Italian Focaccia Bread with Rosemary – Caramelized Onions & Sun-dried Tomatoes
March 28, 2011 by
Everyone loves relishing slices of warm Focaccia Bread dipped in olive-oil pesto or some olive oil and vinegar. In fact, there are so many ways to enjoy this Italian classic bread, top it with your favorite veggies to make a quick Pizza, use as a base to make some Bruschetta, bake it as a flatbread, or eat it nice and warm with your favorite bowl of pasta - this is one bread recipe that never … [Read more...]
Homemade Wheat Bread
March 25, 2011 by
Homemade Wheat BreadBread is pretty much a staple breakfast item in almost every US household. And if you think about it, you do end up spending at least $20 per month, if not more, buying bread for your family. But you can bring this number down considerably if you take up the challenge of baking bread at home. It is not hard, from what I have gathered from my friends who bake regularly. … [Read more...]
Minestrone Soup – Healthy & Flavorful
March 18, 2011 by
Healthy Minestrone SoupThe past week has been filled with chilly winds and untimely showers, and we pretty much have to keep the heat on in the house the whole day. It doesn't feel like Spring, and I want this gloomy weather to go away! Just to warm things up in the kitchen, I decided to make a healthy and filling soup that was loaded with veggies and flavor. And what else, but a perfect … [Read more...]
Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
March 16, 2011 by
Pistachio Shortbread CookiesWhenever I see a box of Sandies Butter Pecan cookies in a grocery aisle, my heart melts and I am tempted to pick up a box or two. I literally relied on these as a pick-me-up during grueling grad school days. Shortbreads are one of my favorites, because I love their soft cake-like texture, yet they have a crunch to every bite. So when I came across these beautiful … [Read more...]
Chocolate Mousse With Tofu
March 12, 2011 by
Healthy Chocolate Tofu MousseWhen I think of enjoying a dessert, on a whim, it needs to satisfy three criteria - delicious to eat, nice, creamy texture, and easy to prepare. Now that I need to watch my weight, low-calorie and healthy has also joined the list. So I was genuinely happy when one of my friends introduced me to this Chocolate Pudding recipe, which includes Tofu in the ingredient list. … [Read more...]
Paneer & Asparagus Lollipops (Appetizer Recipe)
March 9, 2011 by
Paneer & Asparagus LollipopsWhen it comes to choosing an Indian dish for a fancy gathering, Paneer tops the charts in the ingredient list. Its versatility makes it an obvious choice to make any recipe special. Just like these Paneer Lollipops, the perfect appetizers for a party. This time, I decided to try something new, so I paired it with Asparagus, and besides Indian flavors, I also threw in … [Read more...]
