Dont be intimidated by the long list of ingredients for this dish. It really is easy to prepare. Creamy and spicy and a great recipe to go along with some buttered rice with some freshly cracked blac...
Yes, the obsession continues. More Indian fried flatbreads for breakfast, brunch and dinner. A batch of these keeps for a few days and is a nourishing accompaniment to a variety of meals and is espec...
We are having a lovely spring and I suspect that is why we did not get many entries this month. All the same, the ones here are certainly worth a look. Please vote for your favorite dish in the comme...
My husband was craving cookies and on a chilly afternoon, I decided to whip up a batch of these rather healthy little bites. Adapted from Mollie Katzens excellent Sunlight Café, she suggests nibbling...
I never can get enough olives and so when I saw Rickis recipe for this summer salad served with black olive shortbread, I knew I had to make it. As is my custom, I have adapted it from the original. ...
I dont eat eggs very often these days, but I had a craving and the theme for this months No Croutons Required is soups or salads featuring eggs. I will also accept egg curries, like this one. I invit...
Though it might sound odd to some diners, this is one fine muffin to serve for breakfast along with some butter and a cup of tea. Perfect for brunch or for a dessert too, these rather savory and heal...
One of the great improvements in modern urban living over the past generation has been the vast increase in the availability of foodstuffs from around the world — ingredients that many of us ne...
This savory and salty, tangy pie is a gem that I was inspired to make after consulting my trusty copy of Plenty by Yotam Ottolenghi. I have bookmarked many recipes to try from this delightful, creati...
Such a shame. Jambalaya Restaurant, located at 119 Dundas Street, London, Ontario has delicious offerings, but their service is painfully slow. Not only is this the case if you choose to dine at thei...
Yes, the obsession does continue and here is another recipe for savory Indian pancakes, this time adapted from one of my favorite cookbooks, Lord Krishnas Cuisine: The Art of Indian Vegetarian Cookin...
Certainly a treasure for serious cooks, and novices too, Plenty by Yotam Ottolenghi is a must have for vegetarians. Inspiration in abundance, and the photos will have you wanting food right away. I c...
The theme for April was to come up with a vegetarian soup or salad with antipasto from the fridge just waiting to be made into a lovely dish. Congratulations to Greensleeves of Chez Maximka who submi...
My best friend Basil usually comes over for a weekend evening visit and when he does, I like to think of a creative meal to make for him. Basil is a good cook, but as he is busy, he usually makes a h...
A hot bowl of a simple homemade cream of potato soup is one of lifes many comforts, especially as we wait for the temperatures to rise here in Ontario. But our lifelong appreciations for this and oth...
These Indian pancakes are not like the ones we typically think of in North America or in most of the Western world for that matter. Here we think of cake-like little rounds served with some maple syr...
Sweet and tart are the terms my husband used to describe this most healthy Indian chickpea salad with mango, spices and pomegranate seeds. Tangy chat masala pairs so well with the chickpeas and sweet...
After a brief taste of spring in the middle of March, cold temperatures are once again the norm here in Ontario. What better excuse to get into the kitchen and cook and bake to warm up and cheer up? ...
Spicy and tangy, you just cant go wrong with this thick chutney that pairs so well with a variety of Indian breads and crepes. A nice dip for dried chips too. I dare say it would be lovely smothered ...
Not technically a grain but considered by the ancient Incans as the "mother of all grains," quinoa is not really a cereal grass but is used just like a grain, with the important difference th...
On Easter weekend, we were treated to a visit from a longtime cherished friend who moved to New Zealand about 4 years ago. He brought along his wife who is expecting soon — a pleasure to meet h...
Vibrant is the first word that comes to my mind after making and tasting this dish that I slightly adapted from my dear friend Susan of The Well Seasoned Cook. Black-eyed peas are so easy to work wit...
My Dad and his lovely girlfriend treated me to a visit recently to celebrate my birthday last month. I am a bit late posting this recipe but certainly this loaf is worth waiting for. They stayed for ...
Palya, also known as Poriyal, are dry curries that are a very popular addition to South Indian meals. Fresh, with a subtle blend of flavors, this wholesome dish is certainly one that I would recommen...
I dont know why I dont make clafoutis more often, when variations of the traditional French country baked fruit pudding are so easy to make and the results have such a wonderful cake-and-custard text...
I adapted this recipe from River Cottage Everyday Veg by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Although perhaps better suited to summer time meals, this hearty and vegetable-packed dish is really perfect anyt...
If you enjoy Indian spicy egg dishes, you will for sure want to try this one. Spices, sweet tamarind and coconut come together to make a delightful gravy that smoothers the egg with goodness. Local f...
Plenty of things to complain about, but also plenty of things to be thankful for. I dont have a reputation for being an optimist, but I am captivated and inspired by Plenty by Yotam Ottolenghi. Gorge...
The theme for March was to come up with a spicy soup or salad along with menu suggestions to celebrate my birthday month. Thanks to everyone who submitted their recipes. The votes are in and Janet of...
Spring seems to have finally arrived, but soups and stews are enjoyed in our household year round. The birds are chirping, the days are longer and the sun is shining after a rather dismal Canadian wi...
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