Vegetarian and Vegan Food Blog
Baking brings out the best in potatoes but they aren’t really ideal when serving to entertain. So some yummy toppings are which adds a touch of extravagance to these simple spuds. I often heap my baked potatoes with simple toppings like sour cream, green onion and cheese which blend with the mellowing, fluffy potato flesh to create a divine gastronomic experience. However, other toppings like veggies, raisins, sunflower seeds [Read more…]
As the holiday season approaches and winter comes knocking at your door, the frost brings in chills and motions the end of the year. But steaming in the oven, lies this mouthwatering banana bread. One look at it and you’ll see, the soft yet crispy outer crust, and gooey banana pudding – a perfect combination of silky and delicate – awaiting you and your family with its heavenly aroma. [Read more…]
With the holidays just around the corner, I’ve been trying my best to eat clean and green but we all know how that’s nearly impossible with family and relatives always dropping by to give season’s greetings along with cookies and chocolates.
Anyways, I’ve been obsessed with kale lately, (well, ever since I recently tried it) and I was trying to combine it with my all-time favorite vegetable, the corn! When eaten together, it didn’t exactly have a pleasant taste so [Read more…]
Gulab jamuns are one of those classic Indian desserts that are enjoyed by everyone regardless of what age group they belong to. I’ve never been one with a sweet tooth but gulab jamuns manage to make me go weak in the knees with their light yet effective punch of taste! These soft and fluffy fried milk balls (resemble dumplings) soaked in sugary syrup are undoubtedly one of the most enjoyed Indian desserts by people around the world and [Read more…]
Are you tired of burritos yet can’t get over your love for Mexican food? Mexican veggie tortilla tower is worth a shot! This burrito with a twist calls for the same classic ingredients served in a whole new way. The stacked-up tortillas, separated by delicious toppings like veggies, beans and salsa make a great visual treat. The gooey, melted cheese on top adds to its wonder and turns the ensemble into a visual treat. It’s particularly loved by [Read more…]
This black bean and corn salad with avocado is a chock full of health which appeals to the taste buds of all ages. Splash of a naïve lime dressing is all you need to tie the flavors of mellowing black beans and crunchy veggies to taste something exotic. Even its vibrant hue makes it an eye-candy and is bound to make you drool even before you take a mouthful. Simply spare 10 minutes of your time and a refreshing salad [Read more…]
I hope everyone had a hearty Thanksgiving and then burned off all those calories by going shopping for Black Friday!
Thanksgiving is always a wonderful time for us as my entire family gets together for a meal and bonding whether it’s just us sitting there and talking or playing a board game/card game/sport. This year for Thanksgiving, my mom wanted to try something different from the same ol’ boring cranberry sauce which is actually how this sauce came to be. Now don’t get me wrong, I LOVE cranberries but we just wanted to try something new and exciting. [Read more…]
Who doesn’t heart a comforting treat of mac and cheese? My kids are not an exception either! The plain flavors of this classic pasta dish have its own gastronomic appeal, but few add-ons give it a yummier makeover! A dash of tomato-laced ragu sauce works wonder to the pasta and my kids gobbled up this version of macaroni and cheese in no time! The freshness of the basil and the crunchy outer crust complemented the tart sauce and made the ensemble taste yummier. [Read more…]
Nuts are full of good fats and oils which work like a charm in the winter when we need the warmth they provide for our bodies. I always crave warm desserts in the winter but they’re always loaded with lots of fat and don’t entirely satisfy my cravings. This dessert is different from the normal “winter dessert” because it’s healthy since it’s made entirely out of nuts. A dessert that’s actually healthy? You didn’t think that was possible, did you? [Read more…]
I love the company of chutneys with my main dishes and always churning up some every alternate day to soothe my cravings. Coriander chutney happens to be my favorite but when it comes to preparing it, I am a bit conservative; until I eat this chutney at my Gujarati aunt’s place. The moment it touched my tongue, the flavors blew my mind! It has the aromatic flavors of cilantro, but there was something else which made it taste “WOW”! I asked for the recipe and she noted it down in a small piece paper. The ingredients made my jaw drop! What the…….this is so unusual!! [Read more…]