Category Archives: recipes

Homemade Muffins

There is nothing that comes close to the sweet aroma of Homemade muffins released into our home! Well… other than homemade bread of course! Get the Recipe: Homemade Muffins

Chicken in Lemon Garlic White Wine Sauce

Simple recipe using few ingredients but absolutely scrumptious to eat. From the original site: Today, I wanted to share with you’ll a very easy Italian recipe “Chicken in Lemon-Garlic White Wine Sauce” which is my absolute favorite. I’ve been eating it in restaurant for many years. The succulent chicken with a buttery lemon garlic wine […]

Dark Chocolate Soufflé With Fresh Raspberries

A melt-in-the-mouth dark chocolate and raspberry soufflé is definitely a wonderful way to indulge during a romantic evening… (Gluten-free, no refined sugar) Get the Recipe: Dark Chocolate Soufflé With Fresh Raspberries

Valentine’s Day Potted Plant Ice-Cream Desserts

[editor note- Yeah, we’re late to publishing this for V-day, but it’s good any time!] Valentine’s Day is near. Say it with flowers, or how about making these fuss-free desserts to tease your the other half? Check out how easy it is to make these party treats in just 3 steps! Get the Recipe: Valentine’s […]

How to make almond milk

Easy (step by step) almond milk recipe, perfect for dairy-free and vegan recipes. Get the Recipe: How to make almond milk

Superfoods energy bites

Energy bites full of superfoods like maca, lucuma, carob powder and more! Ideal for outdoor activities or just as a snack! From the original site: As I mentioned in one of my previous post (Energising green smoothie), you can get from superfoods so many nutrients, but make sure you have them raw. My kids are […]

Pineapple And Oat Smoothie

Incredibly delicious pineapple smoothie with a secret ingredient… (Dairy-free, packed with vitamin C and oat proteins) Get the Recipe: Pineapple And Oat Smoothie

Sabudana Khichdi

This is the most common or we can say a compulsory dish for fasting which is generally prepared in Maharashtra. This is made out of sago which makes you full throughout the day. Get the Recipe: Sabudana Khichdi

Artichoke and leek frittata

A delicious frittata with lots of seasonal vegetables inside! Easy step by step recipe (Gluten-free, vegetarian) Get the Recipe: Artichoke and leek frittata

Potato and Ricotta Croquettes

Deep Fried Croquette using potato and ricotta. From the original site: Today was such a beautiful morning, we were greeted with the sun (after week of fog) peeking from the grumpy clouds and some fog still lingering over the lush green mountains. Also, as you might have read on my blog/facebook/Insta/Twitter and other social media, […]

Sweets for your Sweet! (Homemade Marshmallows)

A valentines re-run, originally published 2/10/2010 One of my favorite things to make during the holidays are marshmallows.  This year, I was busy taking care of a newborn and didn’t have time to indulge my candy-making yen. I thought it would be fun to do a Valentine’s day version.  These fluffy candy hearts are a […]

Coffee cupcakes

Moist and delicious egg-less coffee cupcakes topped with easiest coffee butter-cream frosting ever! Get the Recipe: Coffee cupcakes

Mango and apple smoothie

A energy booster that tastes better than any dessert that you can ever imagine!! (with chia seeds) Get the Recipe: Mango and apple smoothie

Comforting Barley Soup

Hot bowl of vegetable barley soup to beat this cold weather! Get the Recipe: Comforting Barley Soup

Achari Bhindi

Achari Bhindi is okra cooked with ‘achari’ (pickling) spices. Simple yet satisfying. It has been a must addition to our occasional take-away menu. This is my attempt to recreate it at home, using the pickling spices, adding not too much oil. Get the Recipe: Achari Bhindi

Pecan Hazelnut Fudge Energy Bites

Very delicious no-bake fudge bites. Absolutely easy to make, energizing, and not so easy to put down. Once you eat one…well…make it and you will find out! From the original site: While I am plugging away trying to make Sweet n’ Savory Life the absolute best that it can be, I wanted to share with […]

Spring Onion Paneer Paratha

It was again, my daughter who prompted me to buy spring onion at the Asian store. Her insistence has nearly always lead to diverse, yet homely meals:) I had bought some paneer (Indian cottage cheese) too during that visit.I am not a habitual paratha maker. I have had to learn certain key aspects by trial […]

How to make valentine's day cupcakes by hello naomi
Top cupcakes with fondant (valentine’s version)

Many people are intimidated by fondant, but it’s really not that hard to make really lovely cupcakes with fondant and a few simple techniques.  Hello Naomi did this great tutorial on making these simple cupcake toppers, perfect for valentine’s day.  The technique could of course be used for all sorts of occasions– you’re only limited […]

Easy 20 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup

This Easy 20 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting, flavorful and fast weeknight dinner. Top with tortilla strips, cilantro and avocado! Get the Recipe: Easy 20 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup

Cathedral Candy Clusters

This is a quick and simple dessert cluster that you can make for a crowd. Got a last minute invite to a party? Work friends requesting a dessert? Need a sweet treat that is great for a gift? This is it!!!! From the original site: These easy clusters are a favorite for holidays around my […]

Maddur Vada

Deep Fried Indian Style Savoury Fritters From the original site: Maddur Vada is deep-fried savory fritters made with combination of different flours, semolina and lots of onion. Maddur Vada is one of the well liked dishes across South India, it’s origin is claimed to be in the small town of Karnataka called Maddur in Mandya […]