The mantra of my cooking in everyday life is to “cook fresh, eat fresh.” Recently I learned that at least 10 percent of the food on my plate should be fresh vegetables–preferably in their natural form, with less cooking. Eating…
Traditional seven layer dips are staples of BBQs and other types of get-togethers. But they’re also filled with things that aren’t exactly great for you – like lots and lots of sour cream. The Greek Seven Layer dip is a…
A Power Bowl punch for lunch is a great idea. Recently I’ve been trying out various “bowl recipes”, which is essentially real food in the easiest way: one simple bowl. The great thing about this recipe is that you only…
Papaya is easily available all over India and Thailand. One of my favourite salads is made with papaya. It is healthy, tasty, and adds an exotic flavour to any meal. I’d like to share my version of the traditional Indian…
I love food so naturally, I love to dine at fancy restaurants. There’s something so special about being served on white linen and I savour a fine cup of coffee with dessert. But there is one exception to my usual…
Apple, Cucumber Mint Salad Preparation Time: 5 minutes cooking level very easy Ingredients: 1 seedless cucumber chopped 1 red apple chopped 1 red onion chopped 1 Salerno pepper seeded, chopped 1/4 tsp of roasted crushed cumin powder 1/4 tsp of…
Fresh Butternut Squash Soup I strongly believe in using fresh and seasonal produce. Butternut squash is in season right now at tastes amazingly fresh. This is an easy and fun recipe. Serves: Four Preparation time: 30 minutes cooking level is very…
One thing always attracts me in my kitchen is simple recipes. Simple recipes are easy, fun and healthy. Instead of ranch salad dressing, I use oil and vinegar. Any type of vinegar-red wine, balsamic cider as long as it’s 5%…
Sandwiches are staple lunch food all over States.This low calorie sandwich is one of my favorites. Its quick,easy and so loaded with fresh veggies -every one will love it. You may use variety of produce, spices and sauces. So. one can enjoy…
Finger Sandwich Recently, I had party and came up with the idea of finger sandwiches. It was big hit among adults and children. It is very easy, simple, and fun to make!! Cooking Level: Very Easy Cooking Time: 20 Minutes…
It is time to expand your palate! Beets are a wonderful source of iron, it has been shown to be an immunity booster and guard against cancer. This beet salad is very simple to make and fun to eat. The…
Fresh Spring Salad Spring is the season when fresh fruits are in abundance, and so it is with my great pleasure that I share my favorite spring salad..A meal is not fulfilling without it. Recently I made a salad with…