Baked Sweet Potatoes This one is great source of vitamin A as well as fiber and both of them are extremely important during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It also contains sodium, folic acid, carbohydrates and calcium. Ingredients required are:  •2 medium sweet potatoes •1 ½ teaspoonful butter spread •2 tablespoonful brown sugar •1/2 teaspoonful cinnamon powder Thoroughly wash and dry sweet potatoes and prick them with fork. Then heat them for about 5-6 minutes in preheated oven at 275 degree F. Mea... Read More...

Oranges are extremely beneficial during winter because this citrus fruit overloads vitamin C. One should eat oranges on regular basis and if you are done with eating them plain or in fruit salads, here are some great recipes for consuming oranges this season.  Orange Muffins If you have had enough of those choco-chip and almond muffins, try the tangy and juicy orange muffins. To make these, you will need: •300g  of oranges (drained) •1 egg (slightly beaten) •1 ½ cup of refined flour •1 cup of s... Read More...

Malai kofta curry is one of the most delectable foods ever. This rich and creamy curry is usually made with cottage cheese (paneer). However, renowned chef Tarla Dalal likes to makes it with a little twist. Here is the recipe for making buttery soft malai kofta. Ingredients required for koftas: •100g green peas •100g finely chopped cauliflower •100g finely chopped french beans •100g finely chopped carrots •250g potatoes               &n... Read More...

What is the difference between cheese and Paneer?   Paneer (also known as channa or cottage cheese) is traditionally made by adding lemon juice or vinegar to milk. Some people also make Paneer when the milk has been bought a day or 2 before and want to prevent spoilage of the milk. Milk kept for 2-3 days is known to curdle. This curd is different from what we set as curds. If tied up in a muslin cloth and left to drain, the obtained solid is known as Paneer. Paneer has been a part of Indian food history since time unknown and has be... Read More...

Chutneys are an integral part of the Indian meals. Made using different ingredients in different parts of the country and each household has a different recipe for the same.  Most chutneys are made using healthy ingredients and can supply a whole lot of nutrients. Let us see some different chutneys that can be made instantly.  Read More...

Spinach is one of the most nutritious foods ever as it is a storehouse of minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and nutrients. Spinach is a rich source of iron, calcium, lutein and also known to have significant levels of vitamin C, B2, B6 and K along with manganese, magnesium, folic acid and beta-carotene. Here are recipes for two delectable spinach meals.   Palak Chana Pulao It takes about half an hour to prepare this mouthwatering palak dish. Besides iron-rich palak, this pulav contains kala chana which is a great source of calcium, fola... Read More...

Fresh fruits and vegetables are great for our body and eating them make us not only feel fuller, but also become healthier, look fitter, feel better and of course, live longer. Despite the fact that fruits and veggies are delicious and have different kinds of tastes like sweet, sour, tangy, etc., most people do not like eating them. Contrary to popular notion, salads do not have to be just tomatoes and cucumber. There is lot more to a salad - You can add any fruit or vegetable, make these spicy and tangy with ingredients like black pepper, ... Read More...

Christmas is here and you must be all set with your baking gear to make the most scrumptious confections this year. Let's try something unconventional this Christmas while keeping the traditional spirit alive. Here are some Christmas recipes to make your kitchen larder a bit more special this Christmas. Apple Cake Treat your friends with all the sweetness of cakes and cookies.  Instead of a plum cake, why not delight your guests with a savory apple cake! The ingredients you will be requiring are: 6 apples (peeled and sli... Read More...

Biryani is one of the most popular dishes not only in the Indian subcontinent, but Middle Eastern countries as well. Egg biryani is one of the many variations of this mouthwatering dish. It's widely favored by people as it has the tender flavor of eggs and unlike other kinds of biryanis, this one is quick and easy to cook. Ingredients: •5 hard boiled eggs (peel the eggs and slit them lengthwise) •1 finely chopped tomato •2 finely sliced onions •3/4 cup curd •4 green chillies (diced) •5-6 coriander ... Read More...

Which is the better evil? When my children ask for these, I did rather give them the home-made version of either of them. But which of the two -is the most important question. All children love both French fries as well as the lovely colourfully packaged potato chips. The child inside us also tempts us to eat them!! But there’s a difference between French fries and chips- although both are fried potatoes. Potatoes as such are not bad. Infact they are a good source of starch, dietary fibre and potassium. Indians eat so much potato, ... Read More...

Conveniently called Spanish omelet, tortilla de patatas (or tortilla de papas) is one-of-a-kind omelet with a distinguished taste. The good thing about this omelet is that it can be eaten as an appetizer or even the main course. You can have it for breakfast, brunch, lunch or even an evening snack. Because it's a bit heavy, avoid eating it at dinner. A blend of eggs, potatoes, onions make this dish palatable and like in most of the Spanish meals, olive oil brings out the delicious flavor in it. Tortilla de patatas has many variations w... Read More...

Besan is the grinded form of chana dal (chickpeas) used in Indian cuisine. It is essentially a grounded form of the pulse which is used as batter and filling for several dishes. While purchasing a packet of Besan, one is advised to check its freshness as well as fragrance. The flour in the packets should also be dry, devoid of any moisture as well as free of insects. Few Characteristics of Besan Besan is also known as gram flour, made from dried chick peas, it forms a staple element of Indian as well as Pakistani foods. Cooks will find seve... Read More...