STUFFED MUSHROOMS IN MICROWAVE-INDIAN STYLE by Saru

This can be served on its own or with bread and soup which can make a very fine meal in itself.It is also very healthy and quite filling too.You can alter the spice to suit your taste.

Pear and Pomegranate Smoothie by swati paathak

Pear & Pomegranate smoothie is a quick and easy to make creamy and refreshing smoothie. This yummy smoothie contains the perfect blend of antioxidants and vitamins to help get the day started.

Squash In A Spice Paste Done Pronto! by kathy gori

This has been one hell of a week, one of those 7 day stretches that includes everything on lifes' smorgey...except dental. Of course the week's not over yet. It's been a week of some nerves, some loss, some traveling, some stress and the general sense of just being unable to catch up. That said, I can't wait for Monday to start the…

Butternut Squash Soup by Judy Fisher

This savory soup is delicious and filling on a cool day. The curry and garlic give it a wonderful flavor. This is a family favorite that I learned at a cooking class given by Rachel Perelman who is the chef at my daughter's school. Serve with salad and a crusty bread.

panch ratna raita by rsharma

This is a yogurt based side salad that prevents heart burns for those of us who really love our spices.

Onion Bhajia (or Pakora) by Haresh Shah

This is an excellent snack and goes well with beer, wine or any soft drink. Best eaten when hot from the frying pan. One could replace onion with any other vegetable such as sliced potato, sliced egg plant, etc.

Spiced Coconut-Red Lentil Soup by Kimberly Lindstrom

Coconut and lentils are a super yummy combo. This recipe is yet another reason I love my immersion blender.

madhur jaffrey's chana dal by Patricia

Almond halwa or badam ka halwa by Achal Singh Bhati

Almond halwa or badam ka halwa is basically served in winter season in the breakfast with some sort of namkeen like poha. Also it is being given to mothers who has just delivered.

Eggplant Sauce by Chef Feiny www.feintastingfoods.com

Eggless Chocolate cake by nandinee bagchi

Perfect desert for non egg eaters or days when you are out of eggs and still want cake//

fresh tomato soup by Gayathrimenon

health based soup

Pistachio cookies by Saru

These Indian style cookies are a great treat for kids.You can use almonds or cashews if you wish instead of pistachios.You can serve them with high tea or coffee or with some whipped cream on the side.

SAVOURY BREAD by Saru

This is a staple in bakeries of South India.As a kid I used to pack this with butter and ketchup brushed on the insides or just plain butter toasted.Here in New Zealand I make this whenever we all feel like having this spicy bread with hot coffee or Indian masala Tea.You can adjust the spice and heat as per your preference and taste.

SIMPLE BREAD DELIGHT by Saru

this dessert is made in almost all Indian homes during summer.It is a simple dish and a very easy one to make.you can even add some fresh fruits chopped finely.You can make this with plain vanilla sponge cake too.