When the kids are bored of eating vegetables, I usually try to do something fun to make them eat without fussing. The easiest way… make a burger. Just throw in all the veggies and make them into a patty and the kids will not even guess the number of veggies they ate. Here is my simple recipe.
View RecipeThis is a savory dish that South Indians eat for breakfast, brunch or in the evening as tiffin – Venn Pongal (White pongal). This is again super easy to make… Another dish you can make in your rice cooker, pressure cooker or instant pot.
View RecipeBack in India during our childhood days… we did not have fast foods, mac and cheese, pasta or chinese noodles. Every time we were tired of eating the staple rice and sambar, or dosai, mom and grandma made fresh homemade rice noodles. I used store bough instant rice sevai for this recipe but the next time I visit India I will definitely get the sevai maker so I can also make it fresh and let the kids get a taste of my childhood.
View RecipeA quick healthy recipe that can be had with Indian Bread (Chappati), wheat tortillas or with rice. This is a traditional South Indian recipe made with mixed veggies and lentils. I used frozen veggies and Masoor Dhal, you can use fresh veggies and Toor dhal as well. It cooks quickly and kids love it.
View RecipeGreens need to be a regular side dish in your everyday cooking. Keerai Masiyal is very easy to prepare and is a tasty dish made with very few ingredients.
View RecipeA blend of fresh vegetables, that’s welcome as a starter, side, or can be had as a quick snack by itself. Tangy and tasty.
View RecipeThis is a popular recipe made during many Indian festivals. It is very easy to make, full of protein and is a great starter when you are entertaining. You can also have this for an evening snack. It will keep you feeling full for a long time.
View RecipeThis is a traditional Indian dish that is very simple to make. Lentils, unlike dried beans, are easy to cook. They are a great source of fiber and protein and are available throughout the year. Split red lentils take lesser time to cook than many yellow lentil/ gram varieties.
View RecipeA simple healthy meal, that can be made from left over bread. This can be made very quickly, and is a great snack for kids. This can also be a lunchbox recipe.
View RecipeAn easy way to make your family and kids get their daily intake of vegetables in a tasty and simple way. This can also be a new take on green beans casserole during Thanksgiving.