May 2009

Roasted Potato Wedges - Heaven On Plate

Crispy on outside and velvety inside, roasted potato wedges are the perfect low calorie appetizers. Sprinkle a few herbs and you have heaven on a plate. It is also recommended that 50% of our diet should consist of carbohydrate, mainly from starchy foods like potatoes. They are a rich source of fiber, potassium and vitamin CFrom my childhood years, I have been in love with the potatoes and never could grow out of them....

Grilled Cheese Tomato Sandwich - A Creamy Treat

While travelling to many places by road around the country, whenever we used to take to stop at some road side restaurant to take a short break, the first thing that came to both mine and my brother's mind was Cheese Tomato Sandwich. We both just loved them and devoured on them, everytime we got a chance. And still it is our favorite because of its heavenly taste and being a special part of our growing up years.The creamy...

Masala Lemonade - A Refreshing Summer Drink

One of my favorite drinks in summer is the masala lemonade. Its cool and refreshing. Not just that, it comes with a lot of health and beauty benefits too. Most of the food we have are acidic in nature leading to a lot of health problems. While both lemon and water help in clarifying our system removing toxins and making our skin glow.In my college days, I used to have lots of Masala lemonade to cool myself from the scorching...

Banana Smoothie - An Excellent Energy Booster For Summer

In summers, if you are feeling tired and low in spirits, then you must go for a banana smoothie. Banana acts as an instant energy booster making it a must to add in our daily diet in summers. As it contains Tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin. Serotonin is a hormone which is known to improve your mood, make you feel happy and relaxed.You can also add few drops of vanilla essence in the...

Egg Chili - Indian Style

Egg recipes are generally easy to cool, moreover eggs have a very high nutritional value with lots of proteins, minerals and vitamins. Whenever I think of making a quick dinner or breakfast, the first thing that comes in mind are eggs.So, in continuation of quick recipes, this is another one which is a little spicy but sumptuous for a dinner with brown bread or wheat rotis (paranthas also go well with it). I learn' t...

Mango Pudding - A Delicious Summer Dessert

India is the largest producer of Mangoes. But mango lovers are found all around the world. Because of its tasty juice, flavor and fragrance, they form a key ingredient of various desserts and drinks. Mangoes are not only delicious but are rich in vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. Also are high in fiber but low in calories and sodium. This recipe is for all the mango lovers and the credit for this recipes total...

Chilly Chicken - Indian Style

When I got married, what I knew in cooking was just day to day food. No Chinese recipes or any other cuisine. Simple Indian food was all I knew. This is a problem with all the working women who eventually get married and because of lack of time don't get to learn. This is one of the first recipes I got to learn from my in laws. This Chilly Chicken is not at all Chinese. No soya sauce, no vinegar. Acts as a very tasty...