1 packet of Spaghetti (pasta)1 onion finely chopped4 tomatoes finely choppedhandful of basil leaves randomly chopped2 tablespoon of garlic paste2 bay leaves2 tablespoon of tomato paste2 tablespoon of tomato ketchup1 teaspoon of red chili flakes (to taste)1 teaspoon of dry parsley1 teaspoon of dry oreganosalt & pepper to tastesome Parmigiano Reggiano (cheese) (as required to taste)pinch of sugar1 tablespoon of olive oilMethod: For Pasta: In a large pot, boil sufficient quantity of water & season it well with salt....

I’m guessing if it is as hot as it is here in D.C., you will probably be like me thinking of all sorts of ways to cool off. At this point, getting wet while watering the garden is turning out to be a pleasant experience! There are more convenient and better ways to chill in this hot and humid weather, one being this delicious drink from Northern India. Thandai , as it is commonly called is a chilled drink mildly laced with delicious fragrant spices served on hot summer days and during Holi – the festival of color....

These Sriracha deviled eggs are truly devilish and pop-in-your-mouthable. Deviled eggs are undeniably retro, yet newfangled versions have become ubiquitous on trendy restaurant menus everywhere. Truthfully, I prefer deviled eggs the old-fashioned way – sans crabmeat, truffles, salmon roe, or fill in the blank — but this recipe is the exception. Deviled eggs are named such because the mix-ins are often spicy or hot, so these Sriracha-spiked beauties make perfect sense....

There’s little in life that one could love more than simple fruit crisp on a warm summer day. The juicier the fruit, the crumblier the oat streusel, the colder the vanilla ice cream, the better. You see, fruit crisps are dessert saviors. After you chop your fruit, this dessert comes together in minutes. No pie crust chilling or fancy pie crust designs needed. Most of the work is done in the oven, so you can sit back, put your feet up, and relax while you take in how massively delicious your house smells and how little work you did to get it that way....

This refreshingly bright and crunchy slaw is a great side dish to burgers or Sloppy Joe’s. Inspired by Aida Mollencamp’s Cabbage & Carrot Herbed Slaw on Chowhound, this side is refreshingly bright and crunchy. It’s a healthier alternative to mayo-laden versions and a perfect accompaniment to burgers or Sloppy Joes. Make it at least an hour or up to a day ahead of time, as the flavor and texture improve as it sits....

My first cover in print just came out last week. Every issue of the Edible Silicon Valley magazine features the work of one local artist (from the food industry) and this time the lovely folks at Edible SV did a little feature on my work and also asked me to share some of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes. You can find this issue at most stores in the San Francisco Bay Area and also online at their website....

What Makes This Thai Peanut Dressing So Delicious? Low Carb - It only has 4 net carbs per serving. Vegetarian - A great sauce or dressing option for any Vegan or Vegetarian dish.Dairy-Free - It is delightfully creamy without using any dairy.Gluten-Free - Perfect for anyone with gluten intolerances. I’ve often spoken about how much sauces matter when you start to eat low carb or keto. If I know I have some kind of piquant flavor waiting for me in the fridge, I’m much more likely to just make a piece of chicken or a pork chop and not worry about how to cook it....

Let’s take a moment to appreciate decorated cookies. If you’ve ever decorated a batch of cookies, you know how much work (and patience!) goes into each and every cookie. Whether you’re adding a simple swipe of vanilla buttercream, or applying fine detail onto snowman sugar cookies, decorating takes time. And while it may seem daunting to jump into the world of cookie decorating, I’m here to assure you that it doesn’t have to be!...

Why You’ll Love Sweet Potatoes This Way Quick and Easy. These Air Fryer Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are ready in under 30 minutes, thanks to the magic of your air fryer. This means you can enjoy a delicious and satisfying side dish with minimal effort. Sweet and Savory. The combination of sweet potatoes, creamy fillings, and savory toppings creates a delightful contrast of flavors that’s simply irresistible. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory in every bite....

Made with buttermilk and topped with cream cheese frosting, these are the most luscious vanilla cupcakes. When my kids were little, I started a baking business specializing in cakes and cupcakes, mostly for children’s parties. Before I began, I spent weeks testing every type of cake recipe under the sun, often baking into the middle of the night. Michael would wake up in the morning to find the kitchen overflowing with all flavors of cakes and cupcakes....

The kids are back at school and Easter is now officially over! We still have a few more bits of chocolate left to eat, but the chocolate consumption is tailing off – along with the children’s chocolate-induced hyperactivity. I’m ashamed to say that I also haven’t managed to make it to the gym in TWO WEEKS! Trying to juggle the kids, the trail of mess that the kids constantly make, plus the blog and numerous family days out – and something had to give....

I published a yellow cupcake recipe in 2014, a cupcake I found delicious at the time. Fast forward a few years and the recipe is still good, but the cupcakes often taste bland and dry out quickly. The reviews are mixed– bakers report either great results or disappointing results. I knew I could revamp this recipe because yellow birthday cupcakes deserve more than mediocre results. After playing around with the recipe, I produced an even better version that promises consistent results....

Leftover Easter eggs? Leftover? Is there really such a thing? As organized as I am with list-making and food shopping (yes, I plan my food a week in advance, and will re-write my shopping list in aisle order), I purposely don’t organize myself well when it comes to Easter. Nope. Just throw loads of Easter eggs in the trolley and sort it out when I get home. The reasoning behind my madness, is that when I do sort them out, I’m secretly living in hope that there will be at least two unassigned Easter eggs , that I can put in the fridge until they reach crunchy perfection, then share with Chris in front of the TV....

The heat in Bay Area is gearing up, and my husband and I need some refreshments almost every day. And what is better than a cool mango refresher in summers to beat the heat. I was lucky to find beautiful green mangoes at a nearby local grocery store. I knew what I was going to make with those delicious green mangoes right away. kachi-keri-no-chundo and this aam panna were the two first things that crossed my mind....

Why You Have To Try These Air Fryer Pork Chops Low Carb. Only 3 net carbs per serving.Gluten-Free. A great main course for anyone with gluten intolerance.Dairy-Free. Skip the dairy but not the flavor.Fast. No need to babysit. This recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes. These Air Fryer Pork Chops are such a great keto air fryer recipe, especially when paired with your favorite sides. The air fryer adds the perfect light crisp to the outer layer of the meat which gives it a delightful texture....

And don’t forget to check out my air fryer cookbooks! Every day easy air fryer, and Air Fryer Revolution. WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT THIS AIR FRYER COOKBOOK? And don’t forget to check out my air fryer cookbooks! Every day easy air fryer, and Air Fryer Revolution. WHAT TYPES OF RECIPES ARE IN THIS AIR FRYER REVOLUTION COOKBOOK? Click here or on the images below to see the Table of Contents and the Dietary Considerations Chart....

I am a huge fan of side dishes made in an air fryer. Since most of my recipes ask you to throw things into an air fryer and just go, it’s easy enough to get a side dish cooking while your main dish cooks. This roasted pearl onions recipe takes one of my favorite things–onions–and makes them the star of the dish by themselves. While onions can be pungent, if prepared correctly, they can take on a wonderful, slightly sweet flavor....

There are many variations to prepare chekkalu. Today, I’m sharing the recipe which requires rice flour. For those who are intimidated to prepare them, I’d encourage you to try a small batch following this fool proof recipe which works for me. These lovely savory munchables make a great tea time, travel or entertaining snack.

Today’s vegetarian recipe, which is also low in calories, is an antioxidant rich food with, cauliflower,tomato,turmeric and garlic ..all of which are high in antioxidant properties and also my entry for this week’s ARF 5 Day Tuesday #5.Cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower and brussels sprouts contain a compound called indole-3-carbinol (I3C), a potent antioxidant that breaks down estrogen in the body, that reduce the risk of breast cancer and other estrogen-sensitive cancers, like cancer of the ovaries and cervix....

While I was away from the blog, I received quite a few emails asking for Kids Zone recipes. Kids Zone blog was an extension of Sailu’s food blog where I posted kid-friendly recipes that I made for my son, Nehal. Unfortunately, due to technical issues, we lost most of Kids Zone content. Keeping in view of your repeated requests for kids recipes, I will post a few the old recipes from Kids Zone blog....