Hi Manjula, thank you for your great many recipes, I have tried so many and my family and I are delighted with the results. We are great fans of yours. However, for some reason I do not understand, it is the 3rd time I am trying this mint chutney and it always comes out bitter. I have tried reducing the salt, increasing the sugar …. and still it remains bitter....

Got a craving for chocolate? Try this Mocha Cappuccino: a chocolate-flavored espresso drink! This recipe has a double dose of chocolate: both real chocolate in the espresso and chocolate syrup in the steamed milk. Each sip is rich and dreamy, scented with just the right amount of delicate chocolate sweetness. Here’s what to know about how to make it at home! What is a mocha cappuccino? A mocha cappuccino is another name for a mocha or mocha latte: a drink made with espresso, steamed milk and chocolate....

I tried to make health and delicious modak using wheat floor, desiccated coconut and nuts. Please have a look – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUMBuIXqR6g Hello Manjula, what kind of rice flour do you use? I tried with sticky-rice-flour but it doesn’t work it was to sticky an wet, even when i added more rice flour. Nice greetings from Munich 😉 Ben, Good question, I just buy the rice flour from Indian grocery store never checked what kind of rice they are using and it is not written on the bag....

As much as my family loves it when I make brownies or cookies, they have a soft spot for dessert bars. Two of our firm favorites are peanut butter cookie bars and chocolate chip cookie bars, and recently, I’ve added monster cookie bars into my dessert baking rotation. These bars are inspired by my oatmeal chocolate chip bars and also my OG monster cookies. They get their “monster” name from the plethora of ingredients that go into the cookie dough, from creamy almond butter to M&Ms and warm cinnamon....

Methi Paneer Recipe: A Palate-Pleasing Dish Methi Malai Paneer Recipe is a popular party recipe in Indian cuisine. This flavorful veg gravy dish is rich in high protein and gluten-free combining the richness of paneer (Indian cottage cheese) with the distinct taste of kasuri methi (fenugreek leaves), creating a harmonious blend of textures and aromas. Kasuri Methi Preparation: Unlocking Aromatic Richness To commence the Methi Malai Paneer recipe start with the preparation of kasuri methi....

There are so many reasons to add lentils to your diet. Packed with nutrition, versatile, and low in calories. What’s not to love? I know, lentils are very popular in savory dishes. But, I love the fact that they make brilliant desserts, too. Without a doubt, they are the true champions of the culinary world. Today’s recipe is, in fact, a ‘back to childhood’ recipe. This green gram (moong dal) pudding (kheer) or parippu payasam is a quintessential part of the elaborate feast enjoyed during the festival of Onam....

There’s nothing better than a crispy breaded piece of fish, and this Parmesan Crusted Tilapia is no exception! This simple way to prepare fish fillets has a big impact. The exterior is crunchy and perfectly seasoned with savory Parmesan and crunchy breadcrumbs, and the interior is tender and flaky. This went over very well in our family: our 5 year old especially gobbled it down. Here are a few tips on how to make this simple yet impressive dish....

Peanut Butter Brownies When it comes to keto recipes using peanut butter, my favorite things to make are peanut butter cookies, peanut butter cheesecake, and these peanut butter brownies. Since going keto, one of my most used ingredients has been peanut butter. This works very well for me, because peanut butter is one of my all time favorite foods. I enjoy it at least once a day, mostly with my breakfast or in a smoothie in the afternoon....

Boiling the Peanuts: Begin by placing the peanuts in a saucepan. Add 2 cups of water, turmeric, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Bring the pot to a medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat slightly and simmer the peanuts for about 25 minutes. The key here is to cook the peanuts until they are tender and soft throughout. You can test for doneness by taking a peanut out and splitting it in half....

For high protein breakfasts, I have a few favorites up my sleeve. I love making protein waffles and I also love a good protein smoothie. However, most weekends, I love to treat myself with some high protein French toast. Getting a generous dose of protein first thing in the morning can be quite tricky. Most breakfast cereals contain barely anything and unless you add eggs to your toast, it’s a similar story....

These days, I mostly rely on easy to cook recipes. To be exact, dishes that bring in immense flavor without too much time and effort in the kitchen. This easy puff pastry snack is such a recipe. Puff pastry pizza twists. The topping ideas are just endless! Best of all, these are a breeze to make. Easy peasy yet super flavorful. All you need to do is top pastry sheets with your favorite pizza toppings, slice, twist and bake until golden perfection....

I love humble traditional food. Most of them are packed with healthy ingredients that are nutritious from all angles. I found myself craving for healthy meal the other day, and this pumpkin erissery happened. It’s full of goodness from pumpkin and green gram. The balance between pumpkin, green gram and coconut is pure perfection! In its very basic form, Erissery, the traditional dish from Kerala ( South India), is made using a combination of vegetables and coconut....

It’s bright, beautiful, and has a lovely purple stem: it’s Thai basil! This fresh herb is in the same family as sweet basil, culprit behind pesto and the iconic margherita pizza. But it’s distinctly different in a few ways. Grab this Southeast Asian variety for your pho and spring rolls: the flavor is intensely aromatic and it’s worth seeking out at all costs. It’s also great for growing in the summer!...

There are so many types of whiskey, it’s hard to know where to start! What’s the difference between a rye vs bourbon? Bourbon vs Scotch? What’s the best whiskey for drinking straight, and what are the best cocktails for a specific type of whiskey? I’ll admit: this category had me overwhelmed until we spent years mixing up the best cocktails with each type. Here’s all the basics about whiskey (or, whisky…we’ll get to that)....

Ways to use tofu crumbles There are so many ways to use tofu crumbles! Over here we use them often as part of fast and easy meals and plant-based dinners. Here are are a few of our top ways to use them: If you’re not a tofu fan…you will be after you take one bite! (Promise.) Use these as a taco filling like in Tofu Tacos, or try them on salads, pasta, bowl meals…even as a savory breakfast!...

If I double the quantity, then what size pyrex pan should I use and should I just double everything Thx This was a watery mess. I drained the water and rebaked the cake. It came out good after that. I suggest draining the ricotta before using. Sk, sorry the ricotta we buy here, don’t need to drain water, I was not familiar with other ricotta. Hello Manjula – I used store bought Galbani Ricotta cheese, though I baked for more than 2 hrs, cheese is still watery and it didn’t turn into a cake....

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Looking for a classic mocktail to impress? Try the Roy Rodgers, a non-alcoholic cocktail starring cola and grenadine! This drink was born in the soda fountain days, a companion to the even more popular Shirley Temple. While it might be known as a kiddie cocktail, you can drink a Roy Rodgers at any age! Here we’ve got the classic recipe, and a few tricks to make it a little more palatable for adults (read: less sweet)....

Buzzing for more coffee recipes? Try my coffee protein shake, nitro cold brew, bulletproof coffee, and peanut butter coffee next. There was a time when I only drank coffee black or with a dash of cream. Then, my friend introduced me to Starbucks cold foam, and I couldn’t believe what I had been missing. After many cold foam coffees, I’m finally ready to cut ties with Starbucks and start making my favorite signature Starbucks drinks at home....

It’s a complex and layered drink: warm, crisp, dry, rich, and full at the same time. It will make you do a happy dance (it does for us, every time!). Here’s what you need to make this sour cocktail at home! 2 oz Cognac (such as Hennessy, Rémy Martin or another brand) 1 oz orange liqueur (Cointreau, triple sec or Grand Marnier) 1 oz lemon juice Superfine or granulated sugar, for the rim (optional)...