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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

November 18, 2010 by Mansi

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with Carrots & Rosemary With its sweet, creamy, dark-orange flesh, and smooth, easy-to-peel skin, Butternut Squash is one of the best and most versatile of all the fall squashes. It can be cooked in several ways, but it is delicious when roasted! Try this Roasted Butternut Squash Soup recipe, and you'll know I'm not kidding! Flavored with delicate spices … [Read more...]

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5 Easy & Creative Halloween Recipes

October 26, 2010 by Mansi

The spooky holiday is just around the corner, and we are so excited to get our little toddler into a home-made witch's costume! Holiday traditions take on a whole new meaning once you have kids in the household - and this time, I'm looking forward to the costume party, the trick-or-treating, as well as devouring some ghoulish Halloween treats. If you are planning a party at home and wondering what … [Read more...]

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Vegetable Samosas With Mozzarella & Basil

September 14, 2010 by Mansi

Vegetable Samosas with Mozzarella & BasilSamosas, the deliciously crispy fried pastries with a bubbly texture and a tasty vegetable filling are a favorite street food all over India. These babies have always held their own, even amidst non-vegetarians, and have evolved over time into a recipe that is cherished by all. The traditional variety comes with a simple potato-peas filling, but variety is … [Read more...]

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Honey-Roasted Peanuts

September 10, 2010 by Mansi

Honey Roasted Peanuts There's nothing like a bowl of crunchy peanuts and a pack of beer on Game Night! and if you add a bit of sweet and smooth honey flavor to them, there's no stopping your cravings. Unfortunately, these nuts do not come free, and if you invite people over, you can end up spending quite a bit of money on the Planter's Peanuts! On the bright side, these are extremely easy to make … [Read more...]

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Vegetarian Paneer Spring Rolls

August 2, 2010 by Mansi

Vegetarian Paneer Spring Rolls - Indo-Asian FusionWho doesn't like Spring Rolls? Seriously, Asian or not, you are bound to order this favorite appetizer when you go to any Asian restaurant, not because there's nothing else to order, simply because these babies are so good you just can't keep your hands off these! Traditionally, Spring Rolls are made in wonton-style wrappers, filled with a choice … [Read more...]

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Mexican Pizza – Quick & Easy Appetizer Recipe

July 27, 2010 by Mansi

Hot & Crunchy Mexican Pizza with Caramelized OnionsWhen you are in for something hot and spicy, that is also crunchy, tasty and filling at the same time, take refuge in this quick and easy Mexican Pizza recipe. Unlike American pizza, which does take some time and preparation, the Mexican counterpart is very easy to pull off. With a can of re-fried beans and some whole-wheat tortillas at hand and a … [Read more...]

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Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Leeks & Carrots

July 8, 2010 by Mansi

Roasted Cauliflower Soup Flavored with Leeks Carrots and CheeseThe sky has been overcast with clouds and a low-hanging fog since past few days, and it doesn't feel like Summer!However, in a way, I am thankful for this welcome relief in heat, and to warm things up, here's a recipe for Roasted Cauliflower soup that I adapted from Jen at My Kitchen Addiction and Kevin over at Closet Cooking. Roasting … [Read more...]

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Corn Jalapeño Paneer Dip – Quick Appetizer Recipe

June 24, 2010 by Mansi

Spicy Jalapeño Paneer & Corn Dip Made with YogurtWhen it comes to finger food, Chip & Dip or Chips and Salsa is a common favorite. But if you are bored eating or serving the same old routine stuff, then dress up your ingredients and go the uncommon way by making this Spicy but Creamy Jalapeño paneer and Corn Dip. Unlike the other Dip recipes, I substitute Yogurt instead of the Cheese for the base. … [Read more...]

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Avocado Soup with Grilled Poblanos & Yogurt

June 21, 2010 by Mansi

Avocado Soup with Grilled Poblanos & Pumpkin Seed RelishAvocado is a highly nutritious fruit, but many believe it only tastes good in a cup of Guacamole. Contrary to popular belief, Avocado has the potential to be the center of a recipe, and carry it all by itself. Just like this Chilled Avocado Soup (Gazpacho). Combined with grilled Poblano chillies, onions and some flavorful herbs like cilantro, … [Read more...]

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How to maintain healthy glowing skin as you age…

Image Credit: Alexander Grey from Unsplash. Getting older is often seen as a good thing, but it also comes with its drawbacks. One of the more notable is how it affects peoples’ appearances. Fine lines, wrinkles, and gray hairs all start setting it. It’s not uncommon to want to prevent these, and you could want to maintain your appearance as you get older. It’s a natural desire to have, even if it seems like it’s impossible. It could be more within your reach than you’d think, though. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be complicated. Once you know what you’re doing, there shouldn’t be anything to worry about. Some steps and tips could … [Read More...]

Seasonal Depression is a Thing – Here’s how to win over it…

Image credit As the days get shorter and winter settles in, it’s no wonder that many people start to feel a bit low. Actually, a large number of people tend to feel this way! So, it’s usually called the “winter blues,” “seasonal depression,” or even the more official term “seasonal affective disorder.” it’s just a common struggle that lasts for multiple months. If you live in places in the world with six months of darkness, then the rates go up a lot higher. But why is this so common? Well, there are a lot of reasons, such as less daylight (meaning less vitamin D and A), holiday pressures, colder weather, and those sky-high heating … [Read More...]

6 Unique & Unheard Ways To Reduce Stress…

Pexels - CC0 License There are so many of us who are absolutely sick of feeling stressed all day, every day, and if you are one of those people, it can almost be overwhelming to see the wealth of options for treating our stress levels. We need quick ways, we need ones that benefit us over time, but we also need access to things that are not necessarily conventional. There are plenty of unique ways to reduce stress levels that you may find interesting but also, more importantly, effective: Purify the Air We need to remember that cleaner air is something that can help us with our overall well-being, and this could reduce … [Read More...]

How to plan for a stress-free retirement…

Source: Unsplash (CC0) Thinking about retirement planning already? Whether it feels miles away or just around the corner, planning for your retirement doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. The key is to break it down into manageable steps and, most importantly, make sure it’s something you actually want to achieve. So let’s walk through some tips that’ll help you build a retirement plan you feel confident about, plus we’ll tackle important topics like Medicare and Medicare Advantage along the way. Tips for Defining Your Retirement Goals Visualize your day-to-day: Think about where you’d like to live, what activities … [Read More...]

Going Beyond Digital Marketing: Expanding Your Business Horizon…

Digital marketing has quickly become an indispensable strategy for reaching and engaging consumers. However, in an era where brands vie for attention online, simply relying on digital tactics can become restrictive. If you want your business to move to the next level, expanding its horizon beyond digital may require innovative thinking outside the digital box. In this blog, we will look at a few approaches you could try that will increase its reach while deepening your customer relations. Photo by Luca Bravo on Unsplash Cultivate a Community Forming a sense of community around your brand goes far beyond traditional digital … [Read More...]