Baking beautiful layer cakes for birthdays and holiday parties is every hostess' dream. But even if you bake a great cake, but are clumsy at frosting it, just like me, you'll be happy to know that it's not as hard as it looks! With just a few tips, the right tools, a few techniques, and diligent execution, you'll be on your way to frosting and decorating a perfectly layered cake. Its really fun, … [Read more...]
Low-Fat Strawberry Cake
October 26, 2008 by
There's a story behind this delicious Low-fat Strawberry Cake! Born out of an impulsive urge to eat a dessert, even when I had just returned home from a workout, burning no more than 300 calories that day, I somehow I convinced myself to see that strawberries are really good for health, and so are baked goods! So it wouldn't be a sin to try a hand at this simple strawberry cake baked with … [Read more...]
Pumpkin & Gingerbread Cocktail
October 23, 2008 by
This is the first cocktail recipe that brings you a fusion of two great fall flavors - Pumpkin and Gingerbread! We could dream up a 100 ways to combine these in a cake, cookie, a pie or any other dessert, but how ingenious is it to make a Pumpkin Gingerbread Cocktail! Complete with a shot of dark rum, a splash of kahlua liqueur and chilled coffee, this is one seriously flavorful Cocktail recipe … [Read more...]
Exercises that Help you Burn Fat
October 22, 2008 by
Many people who have a weight-loss goal are often faced with the question "How to Burn Fat, not Muscle" And what exercises would help me achieve this? For those who don't understand the battle of fat vs muscle, it is important to know that in order to lose inches and look slim, you need to get rid of the fat deposits on your body. The correct heart rate and intensity of exercise is important to … [Read more...]
Paneer Chilli – Hot & Spicy
October 21, 2008 by
Chilli Paneer, the simplest paneer recipe that is sure to scintillate your taste buds! If you are looking to experience th spicy kick of Indian food, and the rich texture of Indian cottage cheese, Paneer Chilli is the dish for you. With juicy chunks of paneer fried and sauteed in a hot and spicy soy-based sauce, complete with fresh green chilli, spices, bell peppers and onions, this easy recipe is … [Read more...]
Homemade Curd Recipe
October 21, 2008 by
Homemade Curd RecipeUsed to eating fresh homemade curd in India, it gets a little unsettling when you can't do the same in US! Curd is nothing but Yogurt, and pretty much every woman in India makes her own yogurt at home. After years of frustration, I think I finally have a winning Curd recipe - yeah, it does sound funny, but I'm sure all those who've tried and failed making curd at home will … [Read more...]
Low Fat Pear Cake
October 20, 2008 by
Pears are another Fall fruit that I really love, and a great way to enjoy them is by baking this low-fat Pear & Almond Cake! Pears are full of antioxidants and are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, copper, and vitamin K and fiber. The addition of almonds and whole-wheat flour lend a crunch and form to the cake batter, and instead of butter, I used yogurt to make these soft and moist, and … [Read more...]
Pecan Pie Shortbread Cookies
October 18, 2008 by
Pecan Pies are hot favorites at Thanksgiving time, but what do you think of these pretty and scrumptious Pecan Pie Cookies? Aren't they adorable? They are a great fusion between soft & chewy cookies and a slice of Pecan Pie - a luscious filling made with pecans, and whipping cream is spooned into regular thumbprint cookies, making this a great nibble. They are stylish too, and would be great at a … [Read more...]
Perfect Blueberry Muffins
October 17, 2008 by
A plate of delicious Blueberry Muffins can be the perfect start to your day! Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins, anti-aging nutrients, and they have wonderful color and flavor! It is very hard to resist freshly-baked Blueberry Muffins, especially these, which are adapted from Alton Brown's classic recipe. Combined with orange juice, yogurt and coconut flakes, these soft … [Read more...]
20 Ideas for Healthy Kids Snacks
October 16, 2008 by
As a responsible parent, one of our main concerns is to supervise what our kids eat. As obesity becomes more common, its important to ensure that we feed them healthy food, and that includes healthy snacks too! A growing child has higher metabolism, and snacks often add up to the regular meals. Unfortunately, that means a lot of extra calories, sugar, and fat. So the next time you are searching … [Read more...]
