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Masala Vadas. Chickpea Lentil Fritters

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Here is an appetizer recipe from one of my gatherings with friends this summer – chickpea lentil fritters also called masala vadas. Thick lentil batter is spiced up with curry leaves, ginger, onions and asafetida. Then fried up all crispy on the outside and tender inside.

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Dairy free recipes, From the Kitchen, Pastas, Grains and Legumes, Quick & Easy Recipes

Sweet Potato Curry with Chickpeas in Coconut Broth

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Here is a recipe for a super yummy saucy dish that’s sweet and spicy and delicious. Sweet potato gives the dish its sweetness, curry powder for a spicy kick, chickpeas for added nutrients, and you get a stupendous stew that tastes fabulous along side rice or quinoa. Give it a try!

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Dairy free recipes, From the Kitchen, Indian Food, Quick & Easy Recipes

Stuffed Peppers with Rice and Tofu

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Stuffed peppers is an easy recipe with stupendous results. Use any leftover rice or quinoa, add in tofu, spices, onions and garlic and then stuff the mixture into bell peppers. Bake and serve for a delicious one pot meal. This recipe even has greens for a complete nutrition packed dinner.

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Summer Lunch Soiree in the Garden

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Happy Friday! I hope you are looking forward to a fun weekend! With summer in full swing I wanted to share with you today a menu idea for summer lunch in the garden. This menu is easy, beautiful, and delicious. Perfect for a summertime gathering in the garden.

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Happy Post Thanksgiving Week & Happy December!

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Hello! Happy Monday after Thanksgiving! I hope you had a fabulous Thanksgiving celebration. It’s the start of December and time to get into the holiday spirit 🎄😃. I do love this time of year, holiday joy can be seen everywhere ❤️.

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Dinner and Candles with Parag and Pallavi & Evening of Hors d’Oeuvres with Sheila and Mark

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Hello and happy new week! I hope you had a good weekend and are looking forward to the week ahead! Our weekend was nice and relaxing with casual dinners with friends, a chance to catch up and talk for hours 🥰.

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