Quick Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfast Choices

One of the most popular questions that I get asked by friends, family and readers is what to have for breakfast that is quick to make and healthy. Plus some variety in breakfast is needed. Eating the same thing can … Continue reading

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

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

Regular/Vegan Cherry Cobbler

Once or twice a season, my family and I go fruit picking at an orchard near our house. They grow blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, cherries and peaches. Last week, cherries were in full bloom. The orchards were full of trees laden with wonderful cherries. … Continue reading

Strawberry Oatmeal Yogurt Muffins

For quite some time now, our family has been on a path to have a wholesome diet, eat more organic foods, and lower the amount of sugar and white flour that we eat. As you can imagine, this can be … Continue reading

Almond Cranberry Granola

Whenever I go to a farmers market, artisan granola is one of my favorite things to buy. It’s one of those multi-faceted snacks that you can easily use for a snack, a dessert, a topping for Greek yogurt/ice cream, or … Continue reading

Eggless Carrot Cake

My mom makes this delicious, healthy, moist carrot cake! This is her recipe with only a few tweaks 🙂 It is perfect to have on a cold, windy, rainy fall day….like today with a hot cup of tea. Most people … Continue reading

Super Nutty Granola Bars

The ubiquitous granola bar:  portable, filling, nutritious, and delicious! I completely love them! But my only issue with them is their unpronounceable ingredients. From there began my journey of experimenting with different combinations of nuts and fats to create a … Continue reading