…tuffings.. This is absolutely perfect for a cocktail party & ideal for children as well. A mushroom cap stuffed with a divine cheesy mixture & baked until golden brown & sizzling is just something to be experienced… So how about trying out these awesome beauties & experiencing the delicious taste… Enjoy! 😀 Ingredients : 2 doz. Mushrooms 1 tbsp. Olive Oil 1 tbsp. Butter (optional) 4 cloves Garlic (minced) 1 med. Onion (peeled &…
…ets, fix sandwiches/kathi rolls, make chapatti/naan/roti wraps with salad. Children as well as adults will love it as it is a wonderful dry non messy lunch or a mid morning snack. I make Chicken Tikkas using a charcoal grill and also an electric oven. I made this Chicken Tikka which was so succulent and just the right amount of spice. We enjoyed it with cocktails and mocktails. My home was filled with lovely aromatic spices and we relished them. I…
…ration. A good way of including methi/fenugreek in your diet and encourage children and adults to eat, is by combining it with meats, chicken, vegetables and pulses. The gravy has a well balanced spice & has a smooth texture. Those who normally refrain from eating methi will enjoy the taste as the flavor of methi is mild. Methi and Chicken compliment each other and is a winning combination. This preparation is a super hit with my family. Give…
…ou are familiar with. I must say this could be a great summer activity for children to spend their vacations fruitfully! The watermelon I used to make this refreshing juice did not have many seeds so it was not a task to tackle single handedly. It was very juicy, sweet and tasty so I did not add water and added just a dash of sugar. Surprisingly, I could cut out hearts and stars with a cookie cutter. Usually, I make cut outs when the fruit is pulp…
…various kinds of Tempura but Prawn / Shrimp Tempura is an absolute winner. Children who like prawns/shrimps will enjoy this preparation as it is not spicy. Try this tempura which requires very few ingredients which are easily available in your pantry. Whether you intend serving it at your next party or surprising your family on relaxing weekends, it will surely be a super hit with your guests and I’m sure you will get some extra love from your lov…
…an convert them into ice creams, sorbets, sherbets, juices and milkshakes. Children get easily attracted to the color of strawberries and love them just because it imparts a beautiful baby pink color to ice cream and milkshake which makes it irresistible. It is good to include a milk shake as a part of your breakfast to help you sail through your day especially if you are looking forward to a very busy schedule. We are enjoying strawberries almost…
…This is a wonderful snack which can be served at cocktail parties & at children’s parties. I made these cute finger eats with fresh tuvar dana (pigeon peas), paneer & cheddar cheese. You could use any filling of your choice but I like this refreshing vegetarian filling with this unusual & unique cone shell shape. It tasted awesome with fresh homemade spicy coriander mint chutney & khajur imli chutney( date & tamarind sauce). Th…
…. I would eat bhel almost every day. He was like a pied piper with all the children crowding around him. If I missed out on certain days, he would come home & ask for me. Sometimes he would give me a free treat! His son still sells Bhel Puri but it is not the same.. I used to love the Bhel Puri at Juhu & Band Stand (Bandra) too. The preparation in Mumbai is not the same as Pune. The Bhel Paapdi Puri at the famous Bund Garden in Pune was…
…h chapattis, phulkas, rice rotis, rice or even as a salad.. It is good for children & for those who wish to enjoy their vegetables light. It is simply delicious which has subtle flavors. Foogath is generally made with cabbage or French beans but you can make it with cauliflower, cluster beans (gavar), or you may use any vegetable combinations.. It is special & one of our favorites as the vegetables are cooked just until tender & jui…
…n elegant dessert to serve your guests at parties or even at kids parties. Children will enjoy it any time & every time you make it! I love this dessert & so does my family.. Enjoy this cool & exquisite dessert.. J Ingredients : 4 cups Milk 3 Eggs (separated) 1 cup Sugar ¼ cup Cocoa (or to taste) ¼ tsp. Vanilla Essence A pinch of Nutmeg pwd. (optional) Method : Heat milk over low heat in a large skillet with a cover till…