Palak puri

We gorged on palak puri (also spelt poori) a couple of weeks ago. These puffed Indian, deep fried breads with spinach is one of our favourites. I am not usually fond of deep frying, so I make them very rarely, but when I do, we enjoy them to […]

Banana and oats bread with chocolate and peanuts

This banana and oats bread with chocolate and peanuts is very easy to put together. It is made using all good ingredients. It is not overly sweet, with the sweetness coming only from natural, unprocessed sugars. As this bread is made with oats, it is also a great […]

Rosemary and garlic roast potatoes

These rosemary and garlic roast potatoes are definitely a must try! They are easy to make and don’t compromise on flavours. They are one of our family favourites and makes their way to our dinner plates very often. To be honest, every time I make them, a few […]

Beetroot paratha

I made beetroot paratha the other day and am very pleased to report that my non beetroot loving other half and son really enjoyed them. To be honest, I’m the only one who loves beetroot in the family, but looks like we may have a few converts now! […]

Apple and chocolate mousse

This Apple and Chocolate mousse is one of the easiest desserts one can make. It needs just three ingredients and is ready in minutes. I loved it and literately and unashamedly wolfed it down! I was craving for some dessert the other day after a long time. I […]

Vegetable and cheese patties

These Vegetable and Cheese patties are very easy to rustle up for a quick and tasty snack. some leftover bread makes binding the ingredients very easy. And they look good too. these patties can form a great Type of bread- The recipe uses slices of seeded whole wheat […]

Upside down banana and apple pancakes

I made these upside down banana and apple pancakes a couple of days ago. Not only are they pretty to look at, but they are made with all the good things and have no added sugar. The addition of whole wheat flour and oats makes them quite filling […]

Peanut butter and banana bread

This Peanut and Banana Bread was made quite some time ago. This is a wonderful smelling and tasting bread. It had a sort of spongy texture and had a nice bite from the bits of peanuts. I love baking bread- kneading the dough, watching it rise and smelling […]

Baked Lemon and Garlic Cod

This Baked Lemon and Garlic Cod is a very light, quick and easy dish to rustle up. It is perfect dish to rustle up on busy weekdays. Every time cod makes its appearance in our house, D eyes light up at the thought of some deep fried battered […]

Whole wheat, oats and fig bars

These Whole wheat, oats and fig bars are a treat for fig lovers. I first developed this recipe about 16 years ago. at that time the kids were really young, and these were created in the quest to provide another variety to the homemade healthy treats. The recipe, […]