Category Archives: Breakfast

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Coffee and Cinnamon-Almond Streusel Muffins

  It often makes me ponder how the little things we do regularly turn into a habit and some of those habits gradually become compulsive rituals. They may not always be healthy to the mind and body but just mere

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Coffee and Cinnamon-Almond Streusel Muffins

  It often makes me ponder how the little things we do regularly turn into a habit and some of those habits gradually become compulsive rituals. They may not always be healthy to the mind and body but just mere

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Fada Upma – Cracked Wheat Porridge

  Here is another breakfast/brunch kinda dish! And the best thing about it is that it is super healthy too. ‘Fada‘ as it is called in Hindi, is a coarse form of wheat that is obtained when whole wheat is

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Fada Upma – Cracked Wheat Porridge

  Here is another breakfast/brunch kinda dish! And the best thing about it is that it is super healthy too. ‘Fada‘ as it is called in Hindi, is a coarse form of wheat that is obtained when whole wheat is

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Pasta Frittata

  So, I’m back again in a week. I’d love to share my recipes here more often, but thanks to my work and winter, by the time I cook dinner on weekdays there’s not a peek of natural-light left and

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Pasta Frittata

  So, I’m back again in a week. I’d love to share my recipes here more often, but thanks to my work and winter, by the time I cook dinner on weekdays there’s not a peek of natural-light left and

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Jam and Nutella Pop Tarts

  ‘Valentine’s Day’ is just around the corner and I see all the gift shops and florists decked up with red-heart balloons, love greeting cards and romantic gifts. Back in school and college days there used to be hoopla all

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Jam and Nutella Pop Tarts

  ‘Valentine’s Day’ is just around the corner and I see all the gift shops and florists decked up with red-heart balloons, love greeting cards and romantic gifts. Back in school and college days there used to be hoopla all

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Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

  First of all, I wish everyone ‘Merry Christmas & a Very Happy New Year‘! It’s sooooo good to be back! I really missed the world of blogging in the past few weeks. There have been quite a few developments

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Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

  First of all, I wish everyone ‘Merry Christmas & a Very Happy New Year‘! It’s sooooo good to be back! I really missed the world of blogging in the past few weeks. There have been quite a few developments

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Spinach & Cheese Rolls

  We had this winter’s first snow today which reminds me of our short trip last month. On a beautiful sunny weekend we visited Newport, Rhode Island which is just an hour from our place. We visited the beautiful and luxurious mansions

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Spinach & Cheese Rolls

  We had this winter’s first snow today which reminds me of our short trip last month. On a beautiful sunny weekend we visited Newport, Rhode Island which is just an hour from our place. We visited the beautiful and luxurious mansions

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Besan Chilla (Gram Flour Crepes) with Coconut-Ginger Chutney

    The first things that come to my mind at the thought of a traditional Indian breakfast (or rather south Indian breakfast) are ‘Dosa’, ‘Idli’ and ‘Vada’. Back in school and college days, Mom used to make these on

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Besan Chilla (Gram Flour Crepes) with Coconut-Ginger Chutney

    The first things that come to my mind at the thought of a traditional Indian breakfast (or rather south Indian breakfast) are ‘Dosa’, ‘Idli’ and ‘Vada’. Back in school and college days, Mom used to make these on

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Homemade Granola

  As said in my previous post of ‘Mango and Strawberry Parfait‘, here is the recipe for my homemade granola. I basically worked with the ingredients I had in my kitchen and sure enough it came out crunchy and tasty. Prep time:

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Homemade Granola

  As said in my previous post of ‘Mango and Strawberry Parfait‘, here is the recipe for my homemade granola. I basically worked with the ingredients I had in my kitchen and sure enough it came out crunchy and tasty. Prep time:

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Mango & Strawberry Yogurt Parfait

  Firstly, theme change! I always wanted a gallery-feel theme for this blog and finally got around making the make-over. Still trying to get used to the new look-and-feel, but so far I think I’m loving it. What do you

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Mango & Strawberry Yogurt Parfait

  Firstly, theme change! I always wanted a gallery-feel theme for this blog and finally got around making the make-over. Still trying to get used to the new look-and-feel, but so far I think I’m loving it. What do you

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Whole-Wheat Zucchini Pancakes

        I have always loved pancakes. But, these savory pancakes made me fall in love with pancakes all over again. They have a whole lot of goodness in them. Firstly, Zucchini and then Whole Wheat. I have

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Whole-Wheat Zucchini Pancakes

        I have always loved pancakes. But, these savory pancakes made me fall in love with pancakes all over again. They have a whole lot of goodness in them. Firstly, Zucchini and then Whole Wheat. I have

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Puri / Poori

    ‘Puri’ or ‘Poori’, simply put is a deep-fried Indian bread made with whole-wheat. It is one of the most popular breakfasts all over India that can be served with different sides like chana masala/chole, aloo kurma, sabudana kheer/tapioca pudding,

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Puri / Poori

    ‘Puri’ or ‘Poori’, simply put is a deep-fried Indian bread made with whole-wheat. It is one of the most popular breakfasts all over India that can be served with different sides like chana masala/chole, aloo kurma, sabudana kheer/tapioca pudding,

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Spinach and Mushroom Frittata

      In my leisure time, I randomly browse several blogs and one day I came across ‘Frittata’. It basically looked like a puffy omelette to me. But, when I went through its background (Italian cuisine) and the varied

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Spinach and Mushroom Frittata

      In my leisure time, I randomly browse several blogs and one day I came across ‘Frittata’. It basically looked like a puffy omelette to me. But, when I went through its background (Italian cuisine) and the varied

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Palli (Peanuts) Chutney

        Prep + Cook time: 25 to 30 mins   Recipe   – Palli/Peanuts – 1n1/2 cups – Onion – 1 small – finely chopped – Green chillies – 3 – chopped – Tamarind juice – 3

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Palli (Peanuts) Chutney

        Prep + Cook time: 25 to 30 mins   Recipe   – Palli/Peanuts – 1n1/2 cups – Onion – 1 small – finely chopped – Green chillies – 3 – chopped – Tamarind juice – 3

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Pesarattu – Moong Dal Dosa (Green Gram Crepes)

      ‘Pesarattu’ is a specialty dosa made from ‘Pesarlu’ or ‘Moong dal’ or ‘Green Gram’. It is a part of authentic’Telugu’ cuisine. Traditionally, it is popular as a breakfast option but can also substitute for a brunch or an early

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Pesarattu – Moong Dal Dosa (Green Gram Crepes)

      ‘Pesarattu’ is a specialty dosa made from ‘Pesarlu’ or ‘Moong dal’ or ‘Green Gram’. It is a part of authentic’Telugu’ cuisine. Traditionally, it is popular as a breakfast option but can also substitute for a brunch or an early

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French Toast (Indian Style)

    Back in childhood days, mom made French toast for a weekend breakfast occasionally and I always loved it. Though traditionally French toast is made sweet, I prefer the spicy version. This serves as a perfect weekend brunch as

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French Toast (Indian Style)

    Back in childhood days, mom made French toast for a weekend breakfast occasionally and I always loved it. Though traditionally French toast is made sweet, I prefer the spicy version. This serves as a perfect weekend brunch as

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Methi Paratha/Fenugreek Flat-Bread

    Methi/Fenugreek leaves are great to include in our regular diet as they are rich in potassium, iron and Vitamin C. I love Parathas and among the different varieties Methi Paratha is my fav because its healthy, tasty and

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Methi Paratha/Fenugreek Flat-Bread

    Methi/Fenugreek leaves are great to include in our regular diet as they are rich in potassium, iron and Vitamin C. I love Parathas and among the different varieties Methi Paratha is my fav because its healthy, tasty and