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25 September 2009 3 Comments

Pasta with Veggies and Walnut Pesto

To err is human…. Not a day goes by when we don’t commit errors (of commission or omission) be it not holding the door for someone or secretly wanting to own your neighbor’s M6 (amongst their other possessions) or swiping your credit card to buy that totally unaffordable handbag or choosing wine over working out…the [...]

29 April 2008 1 Comment

Spicy Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry

When it comes to basic nutrients, broccoli is a mother lode. I recently read on CNN that ounce for ounce, boiled broccoli has more vitamin C than an orange and as much calcium as a glass of milk, according to the USDA’s nutrient database. One medium spear has three times more fiber than a slice [...]

29 April 2008 1 Comment

Spicy Peanut Thai Chicken

   
I love Thai food! The 2 big reasons are – (A) It is spicy! (B) Often uses liberal amounts of peanuts! I love spicy food. I think spice is difference between boring and vibrant food!! And I also love peanuts…perhaps it is because I hail from the state in India that is one of the [...]

15 April 2008 2 Comments

Palak Paneer (Translation – Cottage Cheese in pureed spinach)

This dish is for all the spinach lovers out there! Palak Paneer is without a doubt one of the most popular Indian vegetarian dishes. It is a wonderful way to enjoy the green goodness of spinach and protein packed paneer. It is hard to believe that something that tastes this good could actually be good [...]