Oh honey! It’s such a wonderful product. All those bees buzzing around from flower to flower and gathering sweet nectar. No wonder Pooh likes it so much. While the medical benefits of honey are many, the fact is, honey packs just as much punch as regular sugar in terms of calories and sweetness. It’s just…
Pineapple And Ginger Agua Fresca
Agua Fresca, which literally means fresh water, is a Mexican/Central American cool drink. It is made by pureeing fruit (any ripe, seasonal one can be used), straining it and mixing with cold water. I know I’ve said earlier that I love milkshakes. But can you imagine, the possibilities there are to something as simple and…
Strawberry Focaccia Bread {With Cinnamon Sugar}
If someone asks me what inspires me to cook, I would say it depends on the feedback of a man and a boy – my hubby and son. When the bigger one goes for seconds, sometimes thirds, I know he truly likes what I’ve cooked. He rarely talks with his mouth full. I know its…
Easy Dessert: Apple & Paneer Kheer (Indian Milk Pudding)
Here is a very different kheer recipe that is sure to please both adults and kids. Kheer (or payasam, as it is known in the south) is an Indian pudding-like dairy dessert. Traditionally broken vermicelli, rice or other grains are added to reduced and sweetened milk to make this rich dessert. But kheer is one…
Fresh And Juicy Strawberry Popsicles / Ice Pops
I am back with another frozen treat. This time it’s the super easy, light and refreshing strawberry popsicles (or ice pops, ice lollies, stick ice or whatever it is called in your neck of the woods). Done right, popsicles are the perfect summer dessert. Cold, refreshing, fruity and what’s more, it comes on a stick!…
Photography Styling Challenge #12 – Personal
I am having mixed emotions as I sit down to type this post. The Photography Styling Challenge is on its last leg and I am amazed how far we’ve come. First and foremost, I’ve grown fond of this eclectic collection of participating bloggers; some of whom are amazing professional photographers, whereas some (like me) are…
Thai Massaman Curry {With Mushroom, Peppers, Eggplant & Paneer}
On his way home, the mister bought some mushrooms, deposited them on the kitchen counter and announced that (a) he would like them cooked without onions, and (b) in curry form. Gasp! That is enough to put most Indian wives in panic mode. What does he really want? I could always use grated onions or…
Orchards, Peaches And Honey Cream
Peach season is here. We missed strawberry picking season and I was not letting that happen to peaches. We spent a lovely day near Fredericksburg, Texas picking ripe peaches off trees. I’ve never seen a peach tree before, so you can imagine my excitement. Did you know that when ripe, peaches turn yellow and not…
Skillet Apple Cake
I cannot believe I’ve never used my ‘oven-proof’ skillet in the oven. I always feared it would warp and contort beyond recognition. But my Dutch baby pancake proved that my fears were unfounded. There was a whole new world of skillet baking to be discovered. Most of the recipes I found called for a cast-iron…
Homemade No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream {With Blackberry Swirls}
Growing up, mom always made ice cream at home. Sometimes for special occasions, sometimes just like that. She thickens the milk, adds flavorings (if any), blends the mixture and freezes it – with no ice cream churning machine. I actually preferred her slightly firmer ice cream to the store-bought version. Nothing beats the taste of…
Lemon, Mint And Ginger Summer Cooler (Juice Concentrate)
I buy mint leaves with the very best of intentions. I’ve tried growing them many times, but that’s another story. All is fine for a day or two. Then the leaves begin to wilt, while I rack my brains to come up with ways to use them up. I just cannot resist this fragrant herb,…
Tomato, Parsley & Cottage Cheese Focaccia
There’s nothing like a challenge to get you going. Angie (The Novice Gardener), who already hosts the lovely Fiesta Friday link party, is throwing a monthly cooking challenge. The first one is to cook/bake something with both yeast and herbs. The obvious choice is some kind of bread, though I am very excited to see…
