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This recipe is inspired by a dish I had on my birthday which was Baked Brie -Brie Cheese was baked in a puff pastry and then placed in an Jalapeno Jelly.I looked up recipes online for jalapeno jelly but they all used green bell peppers along with jalapenos,but the dish I had didn't taste anything... Continue Reading →
Patra Vadi is a Gujarati /Maharashtrian dish made with Colocasia leaves(taro root leaves) rolled with a gram flour paste, gently steamed,sliced and pan fried.This can be served as an appetizer or breakfast item.Preparation time:30 minutesServes:about 30 slicesIngredients:2 cups gram flour/besan1 bunch coriander leavesjuice of 1/2 lemonsalt to taste2 teaspoons red chili powder1 teaspoon tamarind paste4... Continue Reading →
Pumpkin season inspires us to try new recipes.I especially love pumpkins for baking due to the subtle and warm flavor they add.Preparation time60 minutesServes24 muffinsServing Size1 muffinCalories Per ServingApproximately 252 per servingDifficultyMediumIngredients:2 cups flour2 large eggs(room temperature)1 teaspoon vanilla essence1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 cup vegetable oil1 cup sugar1 cup brown sugar1 1/2... Continue Reading →
Rava Idli is almost an instant version of idli made with Sooji/Semolina.Its deliciously steamed along with some cashews,veggies and tempering served with chutneys.Preparation time:30 minsServes:24 medium size idlis(varies per idli stand)Ingredients:1 1/2 cups sooji/rava/semolina1 tablespoon ghee or oil2 teaspoons mustard seeds1 teaspoon chana dal1 teaspoon urad dalsalt to taste1 teaspoon cumin seeds2 sprigs curry leaves... Continue Reading →
Cheesecakes are usually made in a round springform pan,if serving for a larger group it would be easy to make them individually like mini cheesecakes or in cheesecake bars that can be cut to a small size and served.I made these for halloween for the kids in my neighbourhood.Preparation time:45 minsServes:35 1 inch squaresIngredientsfor the... Continue Reading →
We are looking for spooky edible things to make for halloween,I was searching pinterest and really loved the idea of witch fingers/zombie fingers.I chose to do the zombie fingers since I don't like using artificial colors in food items for witch fingers and zombie fingers would naturally be skin colored.I used a basic sugar cookie... Continue Reading →
This was one of my favorite sweets from my childhood,these are commonly given to kids and are known to build muscle,brain power and stamina.My mom always used to make these for us when we were kids and I still enjoy these as a grown up.Preparation time:30 minutesServes:40Ingredients :3 cups urad dal(dry roasted and powdered)(I used... Continue Reading →
We all love black forest cake with a chocolatey cake and sweet and light whipped cream topped with a delicious cherry,why not make it in a cupcake?This is a great recipe and for those that like chocolate and lesser sugar in baked goods.Preparation time60 minutesServes12Serving Size1 cupcakeCalories Per ServingApproximately 264 per serving, without the IcingDifficultyMediumIngredients1... Continue Reading →
This is a simple salad to put together when you are in need of a quick snack and can also be eaten along with bread as a sandwichPreparation time:15 minutesServes:4Ingredients:6 hard boiled eggs(see procedure here)1 tablespoon chipotle sauce(see recipe here)2 teaspoon chives3-4 drops sriracha(optional)Procedure:1.Chop the eggs to tiny pieces.Add the chives.2.Add the sriracha and chipotle... Continue Reading →
Chitpotle sauce is made from smoked and rehydrated chipotle peppers combined with mayo.This sauce is very versatile in that it can be used as a dipping for any fried goodies like french fries,crab cakes,patties,to smear in sandwiches on top of burgers etc and is extremely simple to make.Preparation time:5 minutesServes:1 cupIngredients:1 cup mayonnaiseJuice of 1... Continue Reading →
Prathima Koneru 