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Semiya ( Vermicelli ) Payasam for Onam & Onam Greetings

posted August 16, 2010 in niyas's world

Semiya ( Vermicelli ) PayasamPreparation time : 15 minutesCooking time : 35 minutesServes : 8 - 12 dessert cupsIngredients1/2 cup /4 oz / 100 g semiya ( vermicelli )3/4 cup sugar ( 150 g - 175 g or to taste )4 cup / 32 oz / 800 ml milk ( do not dilu (read full article)

Rellenong Bangus (Stuffed Milk Fish)

posted August 14, 2010 in Filipino Cuisines and Native Foods

 Cooking Ingredients:1 big bangus (milkfish)3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 onion chopped2 tomatoes, diced1 egg1/4 cup lemon juice1 small carrot, finely chopped1/4 cup soy sauce4 tablespoons of cooking oilham, finely choppedraisinscooked peassalt a (read full article)

Apple Potato Salad and a German Home with a Moroccan Flair

posted August 05, 2010 in Dinners & Dreams

I had heard of the wonders of the German kartoffel but didn't think it tasted better than any other. It did. It was smaller and more yellow. It was young and less starchy. It was new potato, harvested early while its skin is still thin and its size s (read full article)

Iced Oatmeal Applesauce Cookies and Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

posted July 22, 2010 in lisa is cooking

You know I love it when I get to bake some cookies and then promptly get them out of my house. I don’t need those little, tempting treats sitting on my kitchen counter taunting me every time I walk through the room. And, putting them in the freezer (read full article)

Healthy Homemade Fruit Thin Bars (Think Fig Newtons...)

posted July 19, 2010 in Art Food & Motherhood

I am always on the look out for healthy homemade snacks and luckily I have lots of friends who are willing to share their recipes. My friend, Jane & I swap cookbooks, which is a really nice way to gain some new recipes, complete with feedback fro (read full article)

Empanadas

posted June 28, 2010 in mangiandobene

Empanadas are believed to have originated in Spain or Portugal. The word empanada comes from the word "empanar" which means to coat with bread or pastry. So, an empanada is a bread or pastry that surrounds some kind of delicious fil (read full article)

Bread Pudding with Berries in Winter?

posted June 26, 2010 in My Easy Cooking

Bread pudding with........jam, chocolate, fruit or just about anything you fancy is one of those desserts that feel like a hug-in-a-bowl. Something so comforting and satisfying, you cannot help yourself for wanting a second "hug". Bread and butter pu (read full article)

Raisin Honey Oats Biscuits

posted June 26, 2010 in niyas's world

Raisin Honey Oats BiscuitsIngredients1 1/2 cup rolled oats2 tablespoon honey1/2 cup raisins2 egg whites1/4 cup flour1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 cup castor sugar25 g melted butterMethodSift together the flour and the baking powder.Combine oats, rai (read full article)

An Ode to Oats

posted June 22, 2010 in Gluten Free Betsy!

Last summer I attended one of the Chicago MetroCeliacs cooking classes at Whole Foods. The topic was summer brunch and we learned how to make healthy versions of traditional brunch fare. My favorite recipe I took away from the class was granola. I'v (read full article)

Chicken Korma

posted June 21, 2010 in niyas's world

Chicken Korma( A rich curry garnished with dry fruits )Preparation Time: 15 minutesCooking Time: 40 minutesServes: 4You will need1 kg boneless chicken or chicken with bone, cut into 8 pieces100 g almond paste20 g / 4 teaspoon yogurt, whisked1 bay le (read full article)

Apricot Stuffed Chicken Breasts

posted June 10, 2010 in Maryland Meals

Ingredients: 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 1/2 cups finely diced apricots 1/4 cup chopped golden seedless raisins 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 3 tablespoons minced onion 2/3 teaspoon rubbed sage 1/4 cup orange juice concentrate 1/4 c (read full article)

Christmas Recipe Ideas

posted June 06, 2010 in Authentic Curry Recipes

For all those who have an appetite for fun and get an irresistible festive tickle for yummy fruitcakes, gingerbread cookies, chestnut soups, apple ciders, sizzling turkey on the table, hot chocolate fudge and more, here are some easy-to-do and great- (read full article)

Broken Wheat Halwa with Jaggery & 2nd Blog Anniversary

posted June 05, 2010 in Indian Khana

Hope everyone having good weekend, today is 2nd Anniversary of this blog.  I'm surprised that I completed two years of blogging (ignore the long breaks I took please ;) ) wow I never thought the sudden fit of blogging will last for this long (read full article)

Flaxseed Cookies

posted June 04, 2010 in Dinners & Dreams

I’m no cookie monster but I’ve wolfed down six of these cookies in twenty four hours. If that’s to tell you anything it’s that they are delicious. Cinnamon-y and full of flaxseed and raisin goodness, they taste somewhat similar to an oatmeal- (read full article)

Nutty Coconut Rice with Golden Raisins & Pecans

posted May 24, 2010 in Family Fresh Cooking

Nutty Coconut Rice with Golden Raisins & Pecans 6-8 servings This would be an excellent Big Batch to have around for quick meal preparation.  Awesome for leftovers and lunch boxes! Be sure to source Organic ingredients when available. Shop for (read full article)

Fresh Fettuccine with Broccoli Raab in a Lemony Tomato Sauce - Recipe

posted May 20, 2010 in Herbivoracious

Fresh fettucini, broccoli raab, light tomato sauce with white and lemon From May through October, we have a farmer's market on my day off, just a couple of blocks from my house. Our regular ritual is to swing by in the afternoon, select what look (read full article)

Golden Egg Bread with Dried Fruit

posted May 17, 2010 in Salad in a Jar

The smell of fresh baked bread is aromatherapy for me–right up there with fresh cut grass. Wonder if you can buy it as a room fragance or scented candle–like new car smell or cinnamon apple pie. Now that I think about it, I’ve nev (read full article)

Thai Waldorf Salad

posted May 16, 2010 in Authentic Curry Recipes

If it’s been a while, or you’ve never tried this classic salad, maybe it’s time to revisit an old friend. I wanted to see if I could add a new face to this time tested classic. After several attempts, I present for your consideratio (read full article)

Roasted Stuffed Pears With Cheddar, Walnuts, Raisins and Cherries

posted May 14, 2010 in Savory Tv

Having been recently named Vice President of Culinary Arts for Laureate International Universities is the peak of a mountain of accomplishments for Chef Christopher Koetke. Chef Koetke has been the star of the Emmy-nominated cooking show, “Let’s (read full article)

Calcium in a Vegan Diet

posted May 07, 2010 in The Vegan Diet

One question asked by people when becoming Vegan is, will they get enough calcium without supplementation? Yes they will, as calcium is found in most veggies, fruit, nuts, cereals and seeds. Plus the fact that plant protein does not cause calciu (read full article)

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