Pita Bread

Mediterranean Cuisine is a neutral zone at home. We all agree on it and enjoy it! The simplicity of this cuisine amazes me. Despite the simple ingredients, the flavors in each dish are so unique and different from each other. We have Mediterranean nights with Pita, Lavash, Hummus, Flafel, Tzatziki, Grilled chicken or Chicken kibbeh.Continue reading “Pita Bread”

Whole-Wheat Focaccia Muffins

Picnic by the lakeside is what resulted in these Focaccia muffins. I have always made it with plain flour but this was my first trial with Whole-Wheat. Must say, very pleased with the results. With three kids in picnic, I was looking for a way to make the food scene less chaotic and making muffinsContinue reading “Whole-Wheat Focaccia Muffins”

Phirni

Phirni is my dad’s signature sweet dish.  He will jump at an excuse to make it. It works well for me since I don’t have to worry about dessert when we have unexpected guests 🙂 He has done his share of experiments ranging from the thickness of the grind rice…to the sweetness level…to the perfectContinue reading “Phirni”

Paneer Butter Masala – Low Cal!

When forced to eat vegetarian food while dining out, Paneer butter masala is my saviour. I relish the buttery flavour and velvety texture with a hot naan. I never dared to make this at home coz I knew I am not bold enough to get myself to put the amount of butter and cream requiredContinue reading “Paneer Butter Masala – Low Cal!”

Carrot Walnut Cake

My Mom in law was very proud of her carrot cake recipe, which she had got from a family friend. As per her it was a fool proof recipe. Boy did I prove her wrong! Not giving up, I gave it another shot and decided to move on from carrot cake. Kept my research onContinue reading “Carrot Walnut Cake”

Whole Wheat Spinach Burger Buns

I am on a mission. Mission to hide greens in my toddler’s food AND make her appreciate it. I mostly fall flat on my face. Success is rare but when its there, it is the sweetest thing on the planet! I have confessed earlier that bread baking remains my first love. And I can’t denyContinue reading “Whole Wheat Spinach Burger Buns”