Aloo/Potato Bonda

I try to avoid making deep fried goodies often. But we couldn't resist these aloo/potato bondas on a chilly rainy day. We had these beauties along with a cup of tea on a rainy evening watching our favorite TV show! These can be made in a jiffy if you (read full article)

potato, snacks

Colorful Summer Salad

This is one quick and easy salads I threw in for my solo-lunch when i had no mood to cook an elaborate meal for myself. This salad has some fresh summer ingredients and the addition of nuts and raisins adds some protein to it and makes it a wholesome (read full article)

lunch, Salads

Show Me Your Curry!

When I asked for suggestions for my "Show me your.... " event, many readers suggested the title - "Show Me Your Curry"! So this month month is all about gravies, curries, dhals and stews. I am sure every Indian household makes atl (read full article)

Basic Masoor Dal

Masoor dal is a quick comfort food which often found in our weekday menus. I love the fact that it cooks quicker than other dals. It gives a creamy consistency and is so yummy when tempered with ghee. A bowl of rice and dal with some pickle and papad (read full article)

gravies and curries, lunch

Bread Upma

Upma is a hot breakfast food especially in South India. There are umpteen number of variations and it can be had for breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner and can be made into a wholesome meal using vegetables. It is versatile and can be made in a jiffy (read full article)