If you have a crock pot (slow cooker) this recipe is very easy. I love using a crock pot because it makes my dals taste even more authentic. When I would visit my Nani (grandmother, mom’s mom) in India as a little girl, I would go to the Tandoor Wala (the man in the neighbourhood … [Read more…]
I had a very busy day today running errands and had very little time to make dinner. This rice pulao is a great dish to make if you don’t want to do take out but want something quick and healthy. I’ll also admit that it has been a gorgeous few days in Toronto this week, … [Read more…]
Mattar Paneer and Quinoa is a healthy and flavourful dish full of protein. It’s a simple and delicious meal. One pot for the curry and I make the quinoa in a rice cooker so it stays warm for hours! I usually serve this dish with a salad on the side. Mattar is the Hindi or … [Read more…]
I’m trying to steer clear of desserts, but sometimes I want a little something after dinner. So I am experimenting with some healthier dessert options for after dinner , my morning coffee or for my 2pm coffee break! The number of times I look for something sweet during the day, I need to be careful … [Read more…]
I’m sure many of you are busy trying to make plans for the summer. If any of you are planning to visit Italy, I highly suggest making a stop in Venice! My family and I have been to Italy three times and last summer was our first time in the beautiful city of Venice. … [Read more…]
Sandwiches for dinner? Why not? My kids are training for track and field and swim meets this week, so they need the carbs. I had a bunch of ripe avocados sitting on my counter today, so I thought why not use them in a panini sandwich for dinner tonight. This recipe is great on so … [Read more…]
This dish always brings me back to my childhood. Egg Bhurji (pronounce BHOOR-JI) is a comfort food to me and was my favourite brunch my dad would prepare on a Sunday morning. It was always a family affair!:) My mom would prepare the dough for fresh hot parathas to have with the eggs, my brothers … [Read more…]
Coming up with healthy and delicious vegetarian meals can often be a challenge. As a vegetarian, I find being of East Indian origin a big plus! Indian cuisine consists of a lot of vegetarian dishes. As a child, one of my favourite dishes would be the classic paratha! If you aren’t familiar with what … [Read more…]
I just love omelettes! They are usually my go to lunch/brunch option if I’m short on time. They are healthy and a great way to get the kids to eat vegetables. This weekend I made mushroom and kale omelettes and they turned out so amazing I just had to share. My fifteen year … [Read more…]
My version of spinach and ricotta lasagna is super quick and easy. Hardly any prep involved at all. Two of my kids are competitive swimmers who swim early morning and after school. With the amount of energy they’re burning, they need a high protein and high carb meal. I usually serve this dish with some … [Read more…]
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