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Sprouting grains before mixing them into dough or milling them into flour makes them not only more digestible but also more nutritious. To paraphrase from TBNo3: This sounded like a win all around—easier on the tummy, amped up nutrition. I researched grain sprouting further and discovered even more benefits: boost in fiber, unlocked flavor, and increased sweetness. But as I looked more earnestly into the sprouting process—soak grains in water for several days, transfer to a clean jar, cover with cheesecloth, drain and aerate and rinse twice a day—I couldn’t help but feel discouraged....

This Thandai ice cream is a smooth, rich, and luscious treat made with the perfect balance of subtle flavors and studded with the hints of thandai powder for an irresistible crunch in every bite. A couple of years back, I created a fusion dessert with Thandai mix ~ Thandai Mousse Gulab jamun cups, and it was a huge hit. Many of you shared your yummy creations across social media, and that’s what motivated me to formulate yet another thandai infused recipe – Thandai Gulkand ice cream....

In preparation for my chat with Margaret Roach last week, I made as many dishes as I could from as many of the fall 2018 cookbooks I could get my hands on. One of the first recipes I tested came from the almond chapter of Cal Peternell’s Almonds, Anchovies, and Pancetta, and I must say, in the wake of the Thanksgiving feast and its many indulgences, nothing tasted better. It’s made with all good things and it’s simple to make, to boot: sweat onions in olive oil with a pinch of saffron; add chopped carrots, toasted almonds, and water....

Have a wonderful weekend, Everyone. PS: Rhubarb Buckle • Rhubarb Schnapps • Rhubarb Cornmeal Cake • Rhubarb Jam • Rhubarb Ice Cream Buttermilk panna cotta takes 5 minutes to make: Pour the buttermilk-cream mixture into ramekins or cups and chill until ready to serve, at least 3 hours: 4.7 from 3 reviews Compote: used this Epicurious recipe as a guide, yield = about 4 cups

But this pasta. Oooooh, this pasta. This pasta recipe unexpectedly has eclipsed its chapter companions, its deliciousness attributed to perfectly ripe eggplant, the freshest tomato sauce, sweet basil, caramelized onions, and above all to a most unsuspecting ingredient: sherry vinegar. I don’t know how just a splash of anything could so transform a dish, giving it a depth of flavor that subtly persists through layers of tomatoes and eggplant and onions, but somehow the sherry vinegar has....

This Bhalla Papdi Chaat is my go-to chaat recipe that goes perfectly with a warm cup of chai. Dahi Bhalla is a popular North Indian street food that consists of deep-fried lentil fritters served with yogurt. It is known by different names such as Dahi bara in Orissa, Dahi vada in the South, Dahi Bhalla in Punjabi, and dahi baray in Marathi. Despite its various names, this recipe is easy to make, requires a short list of ingredients, and can be prepared quickly....

To suit your party needs, I am sharing with you my crowd-pleasing appetizer recipe today – Gluten free Cheesy Quinoa Bites. These delicious and protein-packed Gluten-free Cheesy Quinoa Bites make for a simple yet elegant eye-catching appetizer that is perfect for any occasions. How to make a Gluten-free Chessy Quinoa Bites? The first step to make these Gluten-free Cheesy Quinoa Bites is to boil quinoa as per package instructions. Once quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and set aside to cool....

A kid-friendly, fun, festive, and spooktacular snack that celebrates the spirit of Halloween taste way better than they appear and promises to really freak out your family and little trick-or-treaters! Here is a fantastic Halloween recipe that is super delicious, addictive, and packed with a petrifying punch! Serve these party-worthy appetizers as snacks before trick-or-treating and win adorable little hearts. The name ‘Croquettes‘ in french means croquer (kro-kay), meaning to crunch....

Serve it as a topping or as a dip for your favorite salad; it is definite that your family and guests will love it in every way! If you love pumpkin latte or pumpkin mousse Pie, this recipe will drive your taste buds insane! The best part is that this Homemade Pumpkin Ranch Dip requires no cooking at all and can be prepared in minutes. Moreover, this dip has a perfect consistency and is entirely fuss-free, so you don’t have to worry about spills while carrying it....

Traditionally, atop the blanket of caramelized onions, anchovies are arranged in a crisscross diamond motif with olives either marking the intersection of anchovies or the center of the diamonds they create. I’ve never loved this geometric arrangement and so I make an anchovy and olive (and garlic and caper) paste instead. I like this approach for a few reasons, namely because it more evenly disperses the intense (umami!) flavor across the dough, but also, in some ways, because it disguises it: those who think they dislike anchovies won’t know they’re there....

Discover the joy of delicious and simple weeknight dinners with this flavorful dish. But hold on! This isn’t any bowl of chicken – it’s chicken Cacciatore! It is one of my family’s favorite dinners, as this hearty and satisfying dish is a cinch to whip up, even on busy weeknights, and has a permanent place in our family meal rotation, especially in winter. Earlier, this recipe was often cooked over an open fire with whatever the hunter caught, like rabbits or birds....

Furthermore, the citrusy drizzle of lemon glaze, in the end, elevates the overall flavor to make it a blissful treat. These Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes are easy to make, and just when you want something quick and scrumptious to accompany your hot cup of evening tea, then these cuties perfectly fit the bill. This is my go-to sweet because they are so easy to make, and the shape of these mini bundtlettes is sure to win you over!...

LOOKING FOR NAVRATRI MEAL PLANNER , FOLLOW THIS LINK. RECIPE DETAIL – Start the recipe by preparing koftas. Combine mashed potatoes and all the ingredients (listed under outer covering) and make a smooth dough. Instead of cornflour rice flour or besan can be used. Prepare the filling with ingredients listed under stuffing. Feel free to add dry nuts (cashews, raisins) to the filling. Follow the step by step tutorial below and make koftas....

For the effort, the sauce tasted incredibly complex with notes of smoke and char as well as a good balance of acidity and sweetness. Last week, when the tomatoes began arriving both in the farm share and the garden, I made the sauce using fresh tomatoes in place of the canned. And, inspired by this salsa roja recipe, I broiled all of the vegetables — the tomatoes, onions, garlic, and jalapeño — together....

At time I have struggled with reducing my recipes to half its exact amount and it can be frustrating at times. Reducing a recipe is not hard but it seems difficult to convert when you are in a middle of a recipe. So here is a handy chart which I always keep it posted on my display board just in case. EXACT RECIPE AMOUTREDUCED TO 1/2 1 CUP OR 16 TABLESPOONS1/2 CUP OR 8 TABLESPOONS 3/4 CUP OR 12 TABLESPOONS6 TABLESPOONS OR 6 TABLESPOONS 2/3 CUP1/3 CUP 1/2 CUP OR 8 TABLESPOONS1/4 CUP OR 4 TABLESPOONS 1/3 CUP OR 5 TABLESPOONS + 1 TEASPOON2 TABLESPOON + 2 TEASPOON 1/4 CUP OR 4 TABLESPOONS2 TABLESPOON 1/8 CUP OR 2 TABLESPOONS1 TABLESPOON 1 TABLESPOON1 - 1/2 TEASPOON 1 TEASPOON1/2 TEASPOON 1/2 TEASPOON1/4 TEASPOON 1/4 TEASPOON1/8 TEASPOON 1/8 TEASPOONA DASH

Often these ingredients sit untouched for months (years), or they get dipped into, stashed in the fridge, forgotten, and ultimately unnecessarily re-purchased when I see that next completely authentic recipe I have to make immediately. It’s a vicious cycle. A few unseasonably hot days last week had me craving chilled soba noodles with dashi, a favorite summer meal I first tried at Morimoto, where they make it with green tea soba noodles — SO good....

In excitement and joy, my kids are circling me to read their card first. And let me share a little secret here, I never read a card on my own. Whenever I am about to read the card, a tiny little hand come over my shoulder and my kids personally read out to me what they have written for me. That’s the highlight of my day or may I say – “Joys of being a mother....

So, you see my vision. It’s nothing earth-shattering. A classic combination, really. But a timeless one, and one I think will be festive for Thanksgiving Day. So, to execute this salad, all I need to finish tweaking is my recipe for poached pears. The pecans I’ve got down to a science, (for me at least — I’ll explain in a bit); the dressing, made with reduced orange juice, white balsamic vinegar and olive oil, has been tested countless times (Aunt Vicki’s recipe, to be provided next week); the blue cheese (perhaps Stilton or Maytag) and the endive merely need to be purchased....

I am a huge fan of morning breakfast and always on the lookout for new and creative ways to enjoy it. Among all types of breakfasts whether its veggie quiche or pancakes, grab-n-go ones are my all time favorites. So easy to hold and can be enjoyed while heading out the door. Today’s recipe, Tofu scramble breakfast pinwheels, perfectly fit the definition of grab & go. In addition to that, these nutrient-rich pinwheels have no cheese and is a perfect delight for weight watchers too!...

You can serve these unique delicacies at your next party, as they cater very well to a larger crowd too. These Galouti kababs are addictively delicious snacks prepared with Kidney beans and potatoes. The aromatic spices added to the recipe offer various exotic flavors that entice the taste buds. Other ingredients like ginger and garlic paste bring in a distinct spiciness, without which the recipe would not taste the way it does....