Ghee – An Ayurvedic Healing Food by Claudia Dávila “It is promotive of memory, intelligence, vital fire, semen, vital essence (ojas), kapha, and fat. It is curative of Vata, Pitta, fever and toxins.” — Charaka, author of ancient Indian Ayurvedic text, Charaka Samhita. Ayurveda teaches that ghee is a medicinal food that is excellent for good health when used in cooking or added to foods. It is one of the most ancient and “sattvic” foods known, healing to all doshas: best for Vatas, soothing for Pittas, and balancing for Kaphas in moderation....

This is my attempt at not posting anything sweet during January. In my defence, I’ve come to the conclusion that life without cake is boring. I’m sure it’s far better for you to have a cake every now and then (like every other day, not once a month – that’d be ridiculous) than to have no cake. Cake = endorphins No cake = miserable Nicky (who ends up hiding in a cupboard anyway – eating chocolate chips from the baking shelf or that Christmas chocolate I found down the back of the sofa) So I’m sticking to cake....

A totally silly recipe today. In fact it’s not really a recipe – having only 3 ingredients, but I couldn’t resist sharing it for a bit of fun. I’ve been making a few Halloween recipes recently, and having asked the kids to ‘name a food from a spooky/Halloween kid’s movie’ – they both immediately said ‘SCREAM CHEESE from Hotel Transylvania!’ Here’s our little version (thanks to Gracey for the sound effects!...

If you’re looking to do some batch cooking over the coming weeks, so that you’ve got some great meal choices in your freezer, then we’ve got you covered. Whilst we try to provide make ahead and/or freezer instructions where possible on all recipes, these recipes are our top picks. Each of them have specific instructions for freezing. Freezer Friendly Dinners This is a perfect curry for the freezer, we had this the other day and there is a portion sat in our freezer....

First introduced to me on one of our trips to the US, I found myself hunting for it high and low in the UK. There are a couple of store-bought versions in some of the bigger shops, but none of them compared to the ranch in America. This is the version I make at home and it goes down an absolute storm! Stay updated with new recipes!Subscribe to the newsletter to hear when I post a new recipe....

Ajay and I, when we used to live in San Francisco, we used to love going to a local Mexican Restaurant in the downtown near my school. I used to get lemon Agua Fresca and Ajay always used to get Horchata. This recipe of Horchata is super easy to follow and so quick. This is a perfect refreshing beverage to have in your fridge. This drink stays good in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, and whenever there you crave something sweet, you know you have a pitcher full of goodness!...

Of Cabbages and Kings I don’t know how many kings ate cabbage (or queens for that matter) but I do know that for the price of an inexpensive cabbage, it is indeed possible to eat like royalty. And yes I did just bake in an O. Henry reference, (bake in, har har sorry!) who used to be one of my favorite authors when I was 10. Yes, I was weird and read books meant for adults for a very young age....

If you’re not familiar with Lotus Biscoff cookies (AKA speculoos), they’re a European biscuit (AKA crispy crunchy cookie) with a distinctive caramelized, cinnamon-spiced flavor. Which makes for an absolutely delicious flavor pairing with so many recipes—like pumpkin cheesecake pie, banoffee pie, or pecan pie cheesecake. The steps to make the Biscoff pie crust are exactly the same as a graham cracker crust, minus the added sugar, and it conveniently uses exactly one standard-size package of Biscoff biscuits/cookies....

I originally published this recipe in 2012 and have since added new photos and a few more success tips. I have also made a few small changes to the recipe, which are reflected in the printable recipe below. Anyone who enjoys snacking on granola can probably relate… have you ever fished around in the container or package to pick out the giant clusters? Just me? Because aren’t those big crunchy clusters (that practically take up an entire spoon) the best?...

Tired of trying to get the water to rice ratio and cooking times just right to make Instant Pot Jasmine Rice? This guide covers everything you need to know in order to make jasmine rice perfectly in your Instant Pot! How To Make Instant Pot Jasmine Rice What’s The Correct Water To Rice Ratio For Perfect Instant Pot Jasmine Rice? It may surprise you to know that for all rice (other than Black and Arborio) the ratio of water to rice is 1:1....

Making dahi can seem to be daunting, but trust me it is not. There are three main factors that make perfect curd. They are milk, yogurt starter, and the weather. My grandma makes prefers only eating homemade curd. We either make Dahi in stainless steel bowls or seasoned earthen pots. In summers especially, my family makes Dahi using earthen pots as they have innumerable benefits to keep our bodies cool and protect from heat strokes....

What Makes This Chicken and Barley Soup So Comforting? Ingredients. All the best comfort-food ingredients you love. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked barley, and simply seasoned broth and veggies.Quick. Comfort food shouldn’t take forever to cook. Some Chicken and Barley Soup recipes can take upwards of two and a half hours to make! This recipe will only take about 30 minutes of cook time.Simple. Comfort food can’t be complicated. This is a recipe just like your Grandma would have made, and it’s going to warm you to your bones with that first bite....

Do you know that chicken and rice casserole you may have grown up with? The one that uses canned mushroom soup? The one that says comfort food to you? This is my healthier take on that. Why serve your family a meal full of processed foods and preservatives, and canned condensed soups? Get a meal full of flavor with the help of some yummy veggies. An easy, healthy meal on your table in no time with the help of your Instant Pot....

Why This Spaghetti Squash Instant Pot Recipe Is Going To Change Your Life Fast. Done in under 30 minutes.Easy. Just a few easy steps to have a delicious meal on the table everyone will love.Vegetarian. A recipe so delicious you won’t even miss the meat.Low Carb. Only 12 net carbs per serving. As someone who has lived a keto lifestyle for quite some time now, I can tell you that one of the hardest things to give up is pasta–but not any longer!...

What’s So Great About This Instant Pot Healthy Cookbook? Easy. If you can chop, mix, blend, stir, and press buttons, you can make these dishes.Authentic. Filled with recipes using authentic flavor profiles and ingredients from all over the world.Tested. All of the recipes in this book have been thoroughly tested for the best possible results.Healthy. These recipes are loaded with delicious healthy ingredients. Order Now Why You Should Trust My Instant Pot Recipes I have been cooking with pressure cookers for over thirty-five years....

What Makes Instant Pot Pinto Beans You New Favorite Bean Dish Prepare to have your mind absolutely blown over the tastes of these Instant Pot Pinto Beans. I don’t know exactly what to call this pinto beans recipe because they don’t taste like traditional beans in most Mexican restaurants—but can I just say, I think they taste BETTER? But they are most definitely Mexican-inspired beans, so here’s a delicious Mexican pinto beans dish in a red sauce that you’re sure to fall in love with....

From the main course, to sides and dessert there’s a mix of everything you need to make amazing food during Ramadan right in your Instant Pot! Find your new favorite, or make a familiar classic in a new way without sacrificing authenticity or flavor with these 15 Instant Pot Ramadan Recipes. Which one of these will you eat? 15 Instant Pot Ramadan Recipes 1. Aloo Gobi Perfect Punjabi-style Aloo Gobi from your pressure cooker or Instant Pot Ultra 3 QT....

The key to a delicious Kesari is to slow roast semolina in ghee aka clarified butter till light pink without burning it. And when infused with a warming aromatic spice like cardamom the flavor of Rava Kesari is alleviated by leaps and bounds. Delightful when adorned with roasted cashews and raisins. 1 Heat a heavy-bottomed vessel, add 2 tbsps of melted ghee, add cashew nuts and raisins and toast them till golden brown....

Why Should You Try Keto Carrot Cake? Easy. Just mix the ingredients, pour and cook.Low Carb. Only 4 net carbs per serving.Gluten-Free. This Keto Carrot Cake recipe uses almond flour which is naturally gluten-free.Tasty. Loaded with all of the flavors you would expect in a traditional carrot cake. You Can Make A Cake In The Instant Pot? So I created this AMAZING Carrot Cake which was also Gluten-Free. It is without a doubt, the best Keto cake I’ve ever created....

How Alternative Sweeteners Affect your Keto Diet There’s a lot of confusion regarding alternative sweeteners and their effect on ketosis. So, in this article, I will break down the types of sweeteners, how they affect ketosis, and the pros and cons of each. What Makes A Good Keto Sweetener? How can we decipher the difference between keto-friendly sweeteners and keto sugar substitutes we should avoid? In general, the best alternative sweeteners for keto will:...