…it. Easter being just around the corner, I thought it would be really very festive and colorful to make this moist, flavorful and delicious Battenberg Cake. Every slice of the Battenberg Cake is a sheer delight revealing its gorgeous pattern and beautiful colors. Give this soft, melt in the mouth cake a try and see for yourself. Enjoy! 😀 Here’s wishing all friends and visitors “A Very Happy & Blessed Easter.” Ingredients: 175 gms. Self Raising…
…sauce. I must say it would really be lovely for a celebratory party or any festive occasion. You can even consider it for a light dinner. This recipe is really quick and works comfortably well on a grill pan which I love to use. It can be enjoyed as a starter or even as a part of your main course. All the ingredients used are easily available so you can have an elegant and healthy meal full of protein and calcium in a jiffy! Enjoy… 😀 Here’s wishin…
…aste. It is good to serve at lunch, dinner, on weekends, at celebratory or festive occasions too. You can prepare a large batch of your favorite Vindaloo and save it for another day as it keeps and matures well. If there are any left overs, then divide into portions and keep it in the fridge. Whenever you need a break from cooking, or if you are tired after work and are not looking forward to enter the kitchen, have unexpected guests, and may be i…
…fruits of your choice. You can even surprise your family to celebrate any festive occasion or any special celebration. I’m sure you will enjoy this lovely dessert as much as we do… 😀 Ingredients : 1 can Apricot Halves 50 gms Candied Cherries (chopped) 21/4 cups Maida (sifted) 3 tsps. Baking Powder 1 tsp. freshly ground Green Cardamom ¼ cup unsalted Butter 1 cup Sugar or as per your taste & preference 2 Eggs ¾ cup Milk ½ tsp. Lemon Extract or…
…o a great fun activity for children during their vacations & a perfect festive treat too. It is a great dessert not only to serve at a child’s party but a very light dessert to be served & relished at any party or enjoy after your meal. You can select flavors & colors to represent a theme. This jelly is loved by kids as well as adults. You can even create jelly shots for adult parties. I am happy to share this beautiful jelly recipe wi…
…post is the very popular Puran Poli & Katachi Amti which is a must at festive occasions but especially for Holi. I have very sweet memories of this gorgeous Puran Poli which is one of my favorites. My Maharashtrian friends & neighbours always made sure that I got my share of this lovely delicacy. Each home has their unique & special recipe. Some prepare the dough with only maida/refined flour while some make it with a mix of wheat flo…
…n for its murukku. It is made in many varieties as a traditional treat for festive & auspicious occasions. It is often served on special occasions within Iyer (Tamil Brahmin) families. There are several varieties of Murukku & has different names in various states in India. Murukku is an irresistible savory & you just cannot be satisfied with a few spirals. They are delicious & great munchies which are ideal to snack on while travel…
…) especially in Maharashtra. Different types of ladoos are prepared at all festive & auspicious occasions in India. Besan is high in protein & very nutritious & healthy… To prepare besan ladoo is very simple & easy but requires utmost patience. Besan, which is chickpea flour is very delicate & needs tender loving care while dry roasting as it has a tendency to burn if you are not alert. You need to focus completely on gently ro…
…with fragrant spices & does not include potatoes. No celebration & festive occasion is complete without the Goan Pork Vindaloo. It is enjoyed with the most popular & loved accompaniment the Goan Sannas which is prepared with toddy! This Vindaloo is a favorite around the world. This speciality is served with pride in every Goan home at Christmas, New Year & Easter. I am happy to share this absolutely delicious Vindaloo recipe which…
…& melt in the mouth. We make these for Christmas & they look very festive when served & taste awesome! We enjoy them throughout Christmas week & New Year. I’m sure you will love making & enjoying this candy.. 😀 Ingredients : 50 gms. Unflavored Gelatine 500 gms. Sugar (granules or pwd.) 1 ½ cups Water 3 Sour Limes/Lemons 1 tsp. Raspberry Edible Color ½ tsp. Raspberry Essence Sugar for Rolling Vegetable Oil for Greasing Method :…