Apple and Blackberry Oatmeal Crumble

Christmas came and went in a blur.. The last big holiday of the year that most of us look forward to, almost since the beginning of the year is gone and I am feeling a bit like a deflated balloon. The high winds,cold climes and piles of snow on the sidewalks doesn't help. But the weatherman promises Sunny Skies for the New Year weekend and...

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Saag Paneer

I am of the understanding that an authentic "Saag Paneer" dish is made with tender Mustard greens and Indian cottage cheese called "Paneer" cooked with just the right amount of spices. Since I don't find the mustard greens in the stores anywhere near my place, I always make do with Spinach. And trust me, Spinach is an excellent alternative....

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Basics: Good Old Cheese Sandwich

Hubby didn't want lunch today as he was going out for a business lunch. So I made myself something real simple and quick yet satisfying to the core. On a darn cold day like today, can there be anything more comforting than a cheese sandwich with some tomato soup to wash it down? Ingredients: 2 slices Whole Wheat Bread( I used Arnold's) 2...

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Puy Lentils, Sweet Potato and Carrot Curry

Hello World!Yes, I am alive and kicking in-spite of a mild case of "Chillblains" on my feet. For those of you who are wondering what it is, its a form of ulcer that occur when a predisposed individual is exposed to cold and humidity. My feet has poor circulation and is always like an ice block during winter. This brings a host load of problems...

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Milk Solids And Finger Millet Flour(Ragi) Ladoo

I didn't want to dedicate a whole post for this but I haven't cooked anything worthwhile since MIL went back to her home last weekend after a 4-month stay. While I have a few posts sitting in the draft, they are all unfinished(ie: in different stages of completion).And I am leading my life in a lackadaisical manner..Its going to take a...

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Basics: Homemade Clarified Butter "Ghee"

Ghee,Clarified Butter is made by boiling unsalted butter( in a thick bottomed pan) and eliminating the foamy whey+ milk solids from butter.Even though Ghee is prevalently used in India they are also quite common in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Egypt, Ethiopia and few other countries. Unlike butter, Ghee neither burns easily nor have a short shelf-life....

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Gujarathi Vegetarian Medley "Undhiyo" With Roasted Chestnuts

Did I tell you that I am loving Anjum's New Indian cookbook and enjoying it to the fullest?  First there was the Goda Masala followed by the Maharashtrian Style Chicken Curry spiced with Goda Masala and now this. This curry is like nothing I have ever tasted before.  What a splendid combo of vegetables, spices and nuts. It was...

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Malaysian Lacey Crepe/Net Bread "Roti Jala"

I first came to know about this gorgeous crepe dish from the blog of trio bloggers 3 hungry tummies a few months ago. Its been sitting in the bucket list of things I wanted to try while I was on the serious lookout for the "Roti Jala" Maker. Couldn't find it anywhere in the US, so decided to use Wilton's disposable piping bags with the smallest...

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