MASHED POTATOES

Mashed Potatoes is an American recipe which is very predominantly used in their cuisine.It is very easy to make and this recipe is made by my dear daughter who loves to make international recipes.I am a bit conditional and do thigs all by myself in cooking,but this was an exeption.Since it is easy and quick to make and one of her favourite recipes,she chose to make this one.She has helped me in many occasions,be it chopping the veggies,preparing a dish,selecting dishes or plates for photography including props.This one is her own recipe and made by her.I am so proud of posting this today as she herself made it.See down below

SUMMARY
Course:Side Dish
Cuisine:American
Serves:2
Preparation Time:10 Minutes
Cooking Time:10 Minutes
Total Time:20 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

• Potatoes(big)-3
• Butter-1tsp
• Garlic-2 pods
• Mixed herbs-1/2 tsp
• Black Pepper Powder-1/2 tsp
• Salt-to taste
• Milk-1/4 cup
• Grated Cheese-2 tsp

HOW TO MAKE

• Boil Potatoes and peel them.Mash with the help of a fork nicely.

• In a pan add butter and crushed garlic.Now add mashed potatoes.

• Add milk and salt to taste.

• Add grated cheese and black pepper powder.

• Add mixed herbs and mix well.

• Serve with any bread or just as it is.

Notes

• Add milk more if you find the potatoes too dry.
• Add some more cheese at the time of serving for more taste.
• You can top with fresh cream too.

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HOMEMADE HUMMUS

It was for a long time that I wanted to post this Hummus recipe.Hummus is an egyptian dip or spread made from chickpeas,tahini,garlic and spices.It is an ancient food dip made in olden times dating back to many years and it has its own variations.I wanted to post it with a little homemade style recipe and was somewhat successful too since daughter dear raised her thumbs up.I also learnt that it is made in some countries like Lebanon,Morocco etc.Did you people know that there is one annual event celebrated on third thursday every year?Sounds really intresting to me.This protein filled aromatic dip makes the dish which is eaten with it more tastier and more craved for.As a matter of fact this was throughly enjoyed by all at home.I first heard of this recipe from TLC TV channel and saw it in one of their shows.Now over to the recipe..


SUMMARY
Course:Side or Dip
Cuisine:Middle East
Serves:4
Total Time:10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

White Ckickpeas	1 cup
White Sesame	1/3 cup
Garlic	2 cloves
Red Chilli Powder	1/2 tsp
Black Pepper Powder	1/2 tsp
Hung Curd	3 tsp
Salt	to taste
Olive Oil	2 tsp
Coriander/Parsely Leaves	a few

HOW TO MAKE

• Soak chickpeas overnight.Pressure cook for 3 whistles next day.

• Dry roast white sesame till they change colour and emit an aroma.

• Once cooled powder the white sesame in a blender.

• Add now in the blender boiled chickpeas,garlic,red chilli powder,pepper powder,sesame seeds,salt,olive oil and a few coriander leaves.

• Grid to a smooth paste.Add hung curd and grind again.

• Tasty and healthy Homemade Hummus is ready.We enjoyed with Nachos Chips.

Notes

• You can have hummus with finely sliced fresh veggies.
• You can add vinegar or half a lemon juice for more tanginess.
• You can avoid hung curd,but it gives a creamy texture.
• Basically tahini is added,but i have added regular sesame seeds.

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PENNE ARRABIATA/PASTA RECIPES/KIDS RECIPES

Penne Arrabiata is  a favourite recipe of my daughter and she will eat this at anytime of the day.I try out various pasta recipes and this one was made long back and was lying in my draft.All kids are fond of pasta and the sauces that they are made with.Pasta sauce is a homemade one with which I have made penne arrabiata.When you have this sauce made this in advance,then things become much easier.I made this for dinner and was enjoyed by all.Here goes the easy and yum yum recipe of Penne Arrabiata.

INGREDIENTS

Penne Pasta	1 cup
Tomato	1
Onion	1
Tomato Pasta Sauce	2 tsp
Oregano	1/2 tsp
Salt	to taste
Butter	2 tsp
Oil	1 tsp
Grated Cheese	2 tsp

 

HOW TO MAKE

• In a pan of hot water and a drop of oil add penne pasta.Cook and strain.

• In a pan add butter and oil.Add onion and saute.

• Add chopped tomatoes.Take oregano ready.

• Add salt and then cooked pasta and oregano.

• Mix well.Add grated cheese.

• Toss well.

• Serve hot Penne Pasta and watch it vanish in no time.

Notes

• Cook penne arrabiata in a drop of oil to aviod sticking with each other.
• Butter and oil when mixed before sauteing ensures non burning of onions and tomatoes.
• You can add mixed herbs for more taste.

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STRAWBERRY PANCAKE

It is a very favourite fruit of my daughter,this strawberry.I had a box full of them last month,simply overflowing  in the fridge.So after eating them as a whole and some made  into juice,i was left with a few more.As i was wondering what to do with the remaining strawberries,i came across this recipe from an old book lying in the cupboard.It was not very time consuming i could make that for a breakfast last week.I have already a pancake recipe in my blog,this one is a bit different,so wanted to try out immediately.So these holidays,plan your meals in advance and please your family and spend more time with them.Here goes the  recipe..

INGREDIENTS

Maida	1 cup
Strawberries	6
Brown Sugar	4 tsp
Salt	a pinch
Butter	2 tsp
Baking Powder	1/2 tsp
Milk	1/2 cup
Chocolate Sauce	to drizzle

Strawberry Essence(optional)

2 drops

 

HOW TO MAKE

• Take in a bowl maida,brown sugar,baking powder and salt.Take strawberries in a blender and make a paste.

• Add the strawberry paste to the maida mixer.Also add strawberry essence.Adding milk make a smooth batter without lumps.

• Heat a tawa and add butter.Slowly make pancakes in the tawa as shown.Flip once done on one side.

• Garnish with chocolate sauce and cut strawberry fruits.

Notes

• You can add regular sugar in place of brown sugar.
• I added essence to bring the flavour,if you don’t have avoid adding.
• You can top with mixed fruits and honey too.

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