For a classic twist on an old-time favorite, try these Mashed Potatoes with Horseradish Creme Fraiche. Chef Suzanne Goin goes modern with this unique idea of boiling fingerling potatoes, chopping or mashing them, and serve topped with Creme instead of cheese. In place of the traditional Garlic, the secret ingredient that adds spice and flavor is Horseradish - just what is needed to heat things up! … [Read more...]
Spiced Ginger Cookies
November 18, 2009 by
Ginger is a spice that is often used in Indian cooking, but who'd imagine it could taste so good when added to cookies! The festival season is all about experimenting, and these Ginger Spiced Cookies were a welcome surprise. Molasses and Ginger go really well together, as they come together, along with cloves and some cinnamon to flavor these delightful cookies. Super light and crispy, yet tasty … [Read more...]
Sweet Celebration – Roundup & Winners!
November 17, 2009 by
Here's the roundup that everyone has been waiting for! We received a lot of deliciously sweet entries, each of them so great it was hard to choose just 2 winners! However, we finally have winners in the Indian and Non-Indian category. The judging was based on originality, execution, instructions and presentation. But each entry was a winner in itself, so please enjoy the recipes below, as I am … [Read more...]
Healthy Vegetable Wraps
November 16, 2009 by
Looking for a healthy snack alternative for your kids? Then you can't miss wit this Healthy and Filling Vegetable Wrap recipe! I frequently get requests for non-bread based Kids Snack recipes, and I hope this one satisfies our readers! Made with flour tortillas and filled with nutritious vegetables, beans, lentils, avocado, salsa and cheese, it is a complete source of vitamins, minerals, protein, … [Read more...]
Glazed Lemon Coffee Cake
November 13, 2009 by
Weekend mornings are a cherished time for family to have breakfast together, giggle, laugh, share and have fun. And a piece of delicious coffee-cake served with your favorite cappuccino can only make these moments extra special! Streusel-topped cakes have a beautiful balance of sweet, spicy and crunchy, thanks to the multitude of ingredients that come together to make this cake. And this Lemon … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas under $10
November 11, 2009 by
The Holiday season is already upon us, and soon it'll be time for Thanksgiving, and then Christmas! If you haven't started planning for this festive season, I beg you to buckle up and put on your thinking cap, as there's lots to finalize! From holiday decor to family dinners, there's plenty to keep you busy. To take away some of your pain, I give you a list of 5 easy Thanksgiving Centerpiece … [Read more...]
Tomato Capsicum Rice
November 10, 2009 by
Tomatoes and Bell Peppers are both great sources of antioxidants and useful nutrients for the body. These two come together beautifully in this colorfully spicy and tasty Tomato Capsicum Rice. For that extra wow factor, I added a teeny-weeny bit of ginger-garlic paste, some garam masala, and of course, freshly chopped cilantro! Served with a simple Tomato-Cucumber Raita, its a perfectly healthy … [Read more...]
Vegetable Bread Rolls
November 9, 2009 by
Sandwiches are great finger food, but if you are looking for a Looking for a quick and filling sandwich substitute, then you will love these Vegetable Bread Rolls. They don't take up much time, can be made in a jiffy, and is a neat way to use up leftover vegetables. Wrap them into silver foils and you can carry them over in a picnic or lunch basket on a nice sunny day. Or serve them with chutneys … [Read more...]
The Handcrafter’s Companion – for Homemade Bath Salts & Lotions
November 6, 2009 by
As our lives tend to become more and more busy, making us tensed all over, spending an hour at the Spa is often on the wish-list for many of us. But unfortunately, this can be highly expensive, or it may be hard for us to find an hour's worth of time to spend on our indulgences, not to mention driving out to a spa salon! but the perfect solution to this problem lies in the book called The … [Read more...]
Vegan Pineapple Muffins
November 4, 2009 by
Who doesn't love Pineapple Muffins?! Though a bit under-rated than Chocolate, or Blueberry Muffins, these Vegan pineapple muffins are hard to avoid! The idea behind this recipe came from an urge to indulge in a Pina-Colada, and I was curious to see how it would taste as a muffin! Baked vegan, yet complete with the flavor of pineapples & fresh sweet coconut, these are as soft and moist as any other … [Read more...]
