…ts is the crowning glory of summer. You can include this gorgeous tropical fruit to create many interesting recipes. Lassi is a coolant which is enjoyed throughout India especially in summer. In different parts of India, lassi is consumed either in the sweet or savory form. You can flavor it with spices, herbs and fruits. It is a classic cold yoghurt/curd drink. Sweet lassi is equivalent to a smoothie. Today’s recipe is the most loved and popular…
…perature ½ tsp Vanilla Extract or Essence For Topping: Tutti Frutti or Dry Fruit / Nuts Procedure: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in one egg at a time; add in vanilla and combine well. Fold in flour a little at a time and stir in milk. Dust some tutti frutti with dry flour and add to the mixture. Mix in gently. Fill the cake batter into prepared pastry tarts about ¾ full. Sprinkle nuts and dry fruit if using on top of each tart…
…tempering pan until hot. Reduce heat to low. Add the assorted chopped dry fruit and fry until the nuts are lightly golden brown. Add to the prepared vermicelli; the fried dry fruit and a pinch of salt. Give it a good stir. To further enhance the flavour; (Use any one of the following edible aromatics as per your personal taste and preference: add a sprinkling of rose water, a few drops of kewra, some fresh rose petals) and saffron. Stir well and…
…th a swirl of your favorite syrup, a dollop of fruit puree, a dribbling of fruity sauce, layered with jelly or with freshly chopped fruit. It is simple but looks elegant and beautiful when served. My personal preference is the Vanilla Pannacotta. The added advantage is that we can enjoy this dainty dessert with various toppings and it also looks very pretty. This time we enjoyed the panna cotta with a fresh cherry sauce. My neighbour was kind to s…
…ver wondered what to do with those over ripe bananas that just sit in that fruit bowl? Well, nobody will eat them because they are just a bit too brown & soft. I don’t mind them a little soft but the rest of the family likes them firm & not too sweet. These muffins are fabulous as they have just the right amount of banana which you can taste it. It has silky chocolate chips & has the sweet flavor of vanilla. It is best enjoyed fresh fr…
…ies almost every day as Pune has an abundance of this gorgeous and elegant fruit. Enjoy summer with strawberries and include it in your diet in whichever way you wish but I’m sure Fresh Strawberry Milkshake is the perfect refreshing summer drink which can be made in a jiffy while the fruit is in season! 😀 Ingredients : ½ litre chilled Milk 10-12 fresh Strawberries (hulled, destemed & chopped) 1 tsp. Strawberry/Vanilla Essence (optional) Sugar…
…e the minimum amount of time & effort. The easiest way is to use ready fruit juices available in tetra packs & bottles. While I was shopping in the supermarkets I came across Real Plum Juice & Pomegrate Juice & thought of using it to beat the heat by making ice popsicles. I filled the juice in popsicle moulds & VOILA!!! …. within a few hours we were enjoying these lovely frozen colorful ice lollies/popsicles. It was so refreshi…
…cake or biscuits. It is also a tasty way of getting your child to eat more fruit, vegetables & nuts. Carrot & Apple Muffins are lightly sweet & has a lovely aroma of cinnamon. They are also packed with fruit & fiber. Enjoy them warm or cold with a hot cup of tea, coffee or milk… Here’s inviting you to a breakfast with muffins!! 😀 Ingredients : 320 gms. fresh Carrots (about 2-3 peeled & grated carrots) 1 small fresh Apple (peele…
…several ways of making good scones & you could add your favorite fresh fruit, herbs or dry fruit to make your very own special scones. If you are looking out for a change in breakfast options then how about trying out these delicious, wholesome scones which are a real treat! I love scones & love to make them differently each time… Since I had a bag of craisins, I used them to make these truly adorable scones. Here’s the recipe for you to t…
…s, Kormolas, Roce Cookies, Bolinhas (Goan cookies/biscuits), RichChristmas Fruit Cake as much as I did.. I know these were laborious & time consuming but it’s good to keep the tradition alive & bring in the traditional Christmas spirit. I’m happy that I could bring to you some easy & simple modern treats as well for those who love making sweets at home inspite of having busy work schedules. Many of you loved the recipes I posted last y…