Semiya payasam or vermicelli payasam is a sweet and delicious Indian dessert prepared with semiya (vermicelli), milk, ghee, sugar and roasted nuts. Normally payasams are prepared in my house for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries or when I have guests calling over. This dish is an absolute favourite with both young and old, any […]
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RAGI LADDOO
Ragi otherwise known as Red millet/ Finger millet are tiny grains mainly used for their health benefits. These powerhouse grains are high in protein content, rich in minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron etc. They are anti-carcinogenic, provide good cholesterol and have anti-microbial properties. One delicious way of consuming these powerhouse grains is Ragi […]
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After all of the buzz that red velvet had been receiving, I decided to try baking red velvet cupcakes. I was expecting to be blown away. What I baked and ate was pretty dry and tasteless (although the cream cheese frosting was good!). Even my children weren’t impressed (though I must say they loved red […]
Continue readingWHITE CHOCOLATE RICE CRISPY TREATS
Rice Crispies on their own are an all-time favourite with kids. Now imagine adding white chocolate and marshmallows to it. You guessed right……absolute heaven. Kids love this treat….well adults too. White chocolate rice crispy treats are super easy, super tasty treats and my kids loved them. I made them for an after school treat and […]
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Caramel tart is a very simple and super quick recipe. This tart makes a perfect for all year round after-dinner dessert. I use the ready made Carnation Caramel, which saves tons of time. You can make your own pastry base as well. But for ease and quick desserts I sometimes go for the ready baked […]
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