Apple Crisp with Oats

It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is almost here! The moment you enter the grocery store you cannot miss it! There will be table settings with beautiful warm, earth toned platters and napkins on display! Amazing pictures of glistening turkeys … Continue reading

Oats Pistachio Kulfi

As soon as November rolls in, we know its festival time! A whole variety of holidays that span across various cultures and countries like Diwali, Bandi Chor Divas, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah etc. all fall within a two month span. No … Continue reading

Harissa and Chickpea Vegan Spicy Soup

I love to try new foods or ingredients when doing grocery shopping. It is such a mood up lifter for me 🙂 Maybe it’s just me but I get excited to check out a Farmers Markets or a new grocery store! … Continue reading

Baba Ghanoush

Some call it an Aubergine; some call it Eggplant, or Brinjal and some Baingan! So many names for the beautiful, jewel toned Royal purple veggie!!It comes mainly in the purple color but there are white and green varieties also. It … Continue reading

Warm Potato, Quinoa and Cabbage Salad

The days one starts feeling a slight nip in the air in the early morning or evening we know it’s almost fall. I really look forward to this time of the year; it’s just so exciting for me! If it’s … Continue reading

Vegan Quinoa Tofu Fried Rice

One common request that I have gotten from my vegetarian readers is to post some recipes that include tofu. I use tofu in a lot of ways at home in a variety of cuisines, ranging from Indian, to Chinese, to … Continue reading

Quinoa Corn Vegan Bhel (savory snack)

Ever since I was a little girl, I remember the one thing I would look forward to every day was my evening snack. After coming back from school and before going out to play or doing homework, I would just … Continue reading

Pasta with Roasted Vegetables

Some days you just want to cook something that is simple, quick, nutritious and delicious. Something that everybody in the house will eat without complaining! Apart from my usual repertoire of traditional Indian dishes, this pasta dish totally fits the … Continue reading

Homemade Honey Bunches of Oats cereal

Sometimes I just get these cravings for a cold, crunchy, refreshing bowl of cereal! Apart from being one of my easiest go-to breakfast foods, it’s perfect for an after-dinner snack or a comforting pick-me-up in the late afternoon. My personal … Continue reading

Oatmeal Pecan Raisin Cookies

Nothing says home like the aroma of freshly-baked, chunky oatmeal pecan raisin cookies.  The cinnamon flavor perfectly balances the sweetness of the plump raisins, the softness is punctuated by the occasional crunch of pecans, and the cookie is perfected by … Continue reading