Salad with Mixed Greens, Mangoes, Candied Walnuts and FennelEven though rain and wind still seems to haunt the California Summers every now and then, the bright sunshine, the long sunny days and the abundance of summer produce in the Farmer's market is enough evidence that Summer is finally here! And with summer comes the promise of sweet and ripe Mangoes - the lovely color, the sweet taste, the … [Read more...]
Grilled Asparagus & Pesto Sandwich
May 27, 2010 by
Everyone loves eating Grilled Sandwiches and Paninis, but ever heard of a Grilled Asparagus & Pesto sandwich?? probably not - it may sound hard to imagine, but just for a minute, close your eyes and imagine this - fresh green Asparagus, grilled with butter, Parmesan cheese and some sea salt, then paired with Tomatoes & Lettuce, all neatly layered on a grilled Sourdough bread, and covered with … [Read more...]
Strawberry Buttermilk Cake
May 24, 2010 by
Strawberry Buttermilk Cake Strawberry Season is almost coming to an end, and cherries are fast replacing the fresh produce in Farmer's markets. So for a one last fling before the strawberries start disappearing, we tried this simple delicious and extremely moist Strawberry Buttermilk Cake which has a fresh fruity flavor to it. Adapted from an original recipe for Raspberry Buttermilk Cake, … [Read more...]
Hara Bhara Paneer Paratha
May 21, 2010 by
Just like Bread is a staple breakfast fare for people in the US, many Indian households rely on Parathas for a healthy, nutritious and filling start to the day. However, these flatbreads, generally stuffed with different kinds of ingredients like Paneer, Potatoes, Lentils, Radish, Spinach or any other vegetables, are so versatile that they can be perfect for Lunch or Dinner, whether served with a … [Read more...]
Irish Tiramisu Martini – Dessert Cocktail
May 17, 2010 by
Tiramisu is an extremely popular dessert, and not just for Italians. In fact, this is one dessert classic which has been adapted in more ways than one, so you can find coffee, cocktails, cakes, cookies, cheesecakes, ice cream, gelato, and even flavored yogurt - all in the Tiramisu flavor. The actual dessert takes some amount of preparation, and a fair amount of time to actually bake it. So for … [Read more...]
Fat & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
May 12, 2010 by
Are you one of those ardent chocolate-chip cookie lovers who loves them to be really fat and thick, immensely chewy and loaded with chocolate chunks? Then join the gang! I especially love to microwave my Chocolate cookies just a teeny bit, so the chocolate within gets all soft and gooey, and even if it means sticky choclatey fingers, I love the warm fuzzy feeling it creates in every bite! Yumm!!! … [Read more...]
Pasta with Creamy Asparagus & Green Pea Pesto
May 10, 2010 by
Just like there are a thousand (ok, just a slight exaggeration here:)) ways to celebrate a happy occasion, there are a thousand ways to make pasta - seriously! You can go wild with the ingredients you put together in making a pasta sauce. But the best way to be creative as well as enjoy some fresh flavors of a pasta recipe is to try seasonal ingredients and mix them up with traditional favorites … [Read more...]
Chocomize – Create Your Personalized Chocolate Bars
May 7, 2010 by
Have you ever bought a piece of chocolate bar and thought "Gee, I wish they would add so-and-so to this, and then it would be perfect!" Well, let me tell you, you are not alone. Most of us love snacking on chocolate, and more often than not we dream about customizing our chocolate bars, replace nuts with dried berries, or get an all-tropical fruit bar, or add some funky spices to get that kick out … [Read more...]
Tuscan Soup with Tomato & Roasted Red Peppers
May 5, 2010 by
There are times when you need something rich and comforting, but you also want it to be healthy, filling, easy and quick to make! Sounds impossible - maybe not! This rich and creamy Tuscan Soup make with Marinara sauce and Roasted Red Peppers can be just what you need for a comforting meal. It takes less than 15 minutes to make this soup, thanks to the store-bought ingredients. But you'll not … [Read more...]
Coconut Waffles with Raspberry Rhubarb Sauce
May 3, 2010 by
Though pancakes are more universally accepted as weekend breakfast choice, Waffles come in at a close second. Due to their crispy texture and ease of preparation, they are popular with kids and moms alike! This weekend, we made some nice and crispy Coconut Waffles, topped with Raspberry-Rhubarb Sauce - it was a wonderful change to begin the day. The whole family loved it. The slightly-sweet … [Read more...]
