Usal is a delicious nutrient packed lima beans curry from the Konkani region of Western India.
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Ravioli with Wilted Spinach
This is one awesome recipe on those nights when you want to make something fast, want it delicious, and healthy too. This is the easiest pasta you’ll make with stupendous results.
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Mushroom Pilaf
I am so excited to share this recipe, because honestly this mushroom pilaf turned out better than I ever expected. I had this big box of mushrooms waiting to be used and thought I would give making mushroom rice a try. Continue reading Mushroom Pilaf
Kichdi. Gujarati Rice and Lentil Pilaf
Kichdi is an Indian rice dish made with rice and lentils lightly seasoned with turmeric and salt and then cooked until tender. Between the energy boosting rice and the protein rich lentils, kichdi is considered a very healthy vegetarian dish. Continue reading Kichdi. Gujarati Rice and Lentil Pilaf
Miso Flavored Cabbage Noodles
Like noodles? Like miso soup? Then you will love this recipe that combines miso and noodles together in a delicious veggie noodle dish. In this recipe I took my go-to stir fry noodles with shredded cabbage and added in miso to create a miso-flavored noodle dish. Continue reading Miso Flavored Cabbage Noodles
One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta
Folks, this is by far one of the easiest dinners I have ever made!! , Nothing can go wrong with this combination of ingredients – garlic, onions, tomatoes, pasta = comfort food delicious!! Continue reading One Pot Tomato Basil Pasta
Araicha Kootu. South Indian Squash Stew with Coconut Paste
Kootu is a type of vegetable stew that is made often in South Indian homes and is a great way to combine lentils and vegetables in a one pot dish. Kootu is made with vegetables, lentils and fresh coconut that are all delicately flavored with spices and is served over steaming white rice. Continue reading Araicha Kootu. South Indian Squash Stew with Coconut Paste
Zucchini Chard Risotto
I call this risotto Mid-May Risotto because I made it on a Saturday evening on May 16th with a variety of seasonal veggies I had which included chard, leeks, zucchini, early spring onions and garlic among other things. Continue reading Zucchini Chard Risotto
Homemade Granola Bars with Dried Fruits and Superseeds
Do you enjoy Nature Valley granola bars? Those healthy afternoon pick me up bars are popular in our house especially when we want something healthyish to give us a late afternoon energy boost. Think Nature Valley granola bars made at home but more gooey and soft and with lots more flavor. Continue reading Homemade Granola Bars with Dried Fruits and Superseeds
Bell Pepper Tomato Pasta
Bell pepper tomato pasta is a dish my eldest daughter made for our Mother’s Day dinner this past Sunday that was so delicious that I immediately asked her for the recipe. Continue reading Bell Pepper Tomato Pasta