Talking about Halwa, I have always relished them and my [maternal] grandpa is very famous for preparing the best ‘melt-in-the-mouth’ wheat halwa! I had this notion that Halwas are to be savored and not to be tried at home[by me,that is].So when Srivalli announced this months recipe for Indian Cooking Challenge I was a little…
Sweet Beginnings with Microwave Carrot Halwa
Today is indeed special!We are welcoming a new year filled with joy,love,fun and laughter.This day is also very special to me for another reason.My ‘bloggy’ baby turns 3 today!!!For the past two years this little baby of mine has been a constant source of inspiration and a great companion as well. So here I am…
Badam Kheer
I started the ritual of taking almonds everyday when I was in my second trimester.After losing weight due to the so-called ‘morning sickness’ [which seemed to extend to – noon, evening and even late night sickness for me!] I felt I need some ‘extra’ nourishment Mom would soak a few almonds the night before and…
Saffron-apple rabri
We have about 3 dozens of organic apples-Thanks to hubby’s friend who them passed over to us straight from the farm.Had it been summer ,it would have vanished in a couple of days either as a fruit salad or as juice.But in winter no one is in a mood to eat fruits of any kind…
Gajar ka dhoodh
Gajar ka dhoodh is a delicious blend of carrots,almonds,milk,condensed milk with a hint of spices-cardamom and saffron. Gajar ka dhodh reminds me of my aunt who used to prepare this for my cousin and me.I used to spend my winter vacation with my aunts family and they would spend the summer vacations with us.It used…