Kesari is an Indian desert made with sooji/rava (cream of wheat). It is quite easy to make and is a perfect treat to serve unexpected guests or for impromptu celebrations. This humble desert is known by different names , sheera , halva , kesari are the ones I know of. Plain kesaris are delicious, …
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Naan is a popular North Indian flat bread. This delicious bread for scooping up spicy curries can be made home as well. Fresh made Naan right out of your own own is definitely a treat worth making..
This fudge like dessert gets its name from the ingredients used – 7 cups in all. It is made with very common ingredients in the Indian pantry and requires no high level cooking skills. The burfi of fudge made is delicious and has a unique texture to it.
Shankarpali is another tea time snack popular in many states of India. Crunchy , a bit sweet and utterly munch-able, it is known by names – shakarpara , shakarpaada , diamond cuts to names a few – in different regions . The beauty of this snack lies in its simplicity. No wonder it is ever so popular …
These Cheesy Owl Crackers are a hit every time I make them. It is easier than you would think and a fun project to do with kids. The savory cracker base is made with cheesy dough and the decorations can’t get any simpler – sliced olives for eyes, carrots or bell peppers for the beak, …
Madeleines are classic bite sized sponge cake that can be mistaken for a cookie. These are the perfect companion for an afternoon tea , but chances are you can never stop at one !
Lachha paratha is a layered flat bread from the Indian Sub Continent. In the south It is also known as Parotta, Malabaar paratha or Kerala parotta . This is a delicious unleavened bread that you will be tempted to eat all by itself . The over lapping layers are crunchy on the top hiding tender layers inside.
Here is a 3 strand Challah studded with poppy seeds. This is the all time favorite bread for us and made quite often at home. Why do we love it so much ? It is soft with a very fine crumb, a bit sweet, rich and absolutely delicious. It is a celebration bread …
Cake rusk is a favorite tea-time snack in India. These a crunchy, and lightly sweetened. Similar to biscotti these are twice-cooked making them drier and suitable for longer storage than cakes. A quick dunk in hot coffee or tea and these melt in the mouth. Vegetarian Nut Free Contents What are Rusks Origin of Rusks …
Erisseri is a dish made with a vegetable usually pumpkin and beans. Cooked beans and and pumpkin is mixed together and flavored with ground coconut and spices. This dish is finished with seasoned oil, spices and toasted coconut.