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Me, My husband and my two dogs just got back from a lovely weekend getaway for our 5th wedding anniversary. It was a lovely, private, cozy vacation home down south in Malibu, CA.My dogs had so much fun running around the property without a leash, while me and my husband enjoyed the lovely views, star... 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 →
My husband being a vegetarian,I am always looking for ways to add more protein to his diet and bean have been one of our go to protein choice.Instead of eating cooked beans as is,a burger is a fun way to eat it and also get some vegetables into our diets.Preparation time:45 minutesServes:8 burgersIngredients:2 cups portabella... Continue Reading →
This is a simple recipe involving no cooking.When you need a quick bite or something sweet you can put together this sandwich.My roommate and good friend, who was a student at that time in Kansas City taught me this combination,she often used to take this to eat between her classes and study hours.Preparation time:2 minutesServes:1Ingredients:2... Continue Reading →
This burger is a good source of protein, carbohydrates and vegetables, low in fat and vegan which can be served as a breakfast or entree item for burgers and sandwiches.Preparation time40 minutes Serves10 servingsServing Size1 servingCalories Per ServingApproximately 289 per servingDifficultyEasyIngredients:1 finely grated or mashed potato1 cup dry chick peas soaked overnight and boiled1 medium onion... Continue Reading →
This is a recipe for a quick fix sandwich.Preparation time:10 minuteServes:2Ingredients1 medium avocado, pitted and peeled2 tablespoons yogurt or greek yogurt1/2 teaspoons lemon juice2 hard-boiled eggs1 tablespoon spring onions1 tablespoon basil pesto(optional)Salt and black pepper, to tasteProcedure:1.In a grinder blend the sping onions,basil pesto and yogurt with some salt.2.Coarsely mash the avocado in a bowl.3.Add... Continue Reading →
Prathima Koneru 