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Almond Fennel Biscotti / Cake Rusk

September 27, 2013 by Balvinder. 22 Comments

When it is pouring heavily all that your heart desires is a hot cup of masala chai or coffee. And, because I believe coffee and tea are meant to be enjoyed with a snack, there’s nothing better than having a biscotti. It is my best all time favorite snack since childhood. My recipe of almond fennel seed biscotti is a mix of Indian cake rusk and American style biscotti.

Chocolate Walnut Snacking Cake

September 14, 2013 by Balvinder. 38 Comments

I don’t know about you but I don’t like when my cake cracks on top. Well may be because 90% of the time I don’t frost them or sprinkle with sugar. Basically, all my cakes end up as a snacking cake because of no frosting. A few Sunday’s ago my daughter and I were craving some real good chocolate cake and I decided to make the one which a google friend had shared with me. I followed the recipe as closely as I could, and got a delicious cake but with a cracked top.

Crispy, Cheesy Kale Quesadilla

August 13, 2013 by Balvinder. 31 Comments

Quesadilla makes for an excellent lunch and dinner solution for summer days when its too hot and you don’t want to linger over the cooking. The possibilities for filling this Mexican sandwich are endless and you can pretty much stuff anything that’s lurking around in the refrigerator, even leafy greens like Kale.

Chocolate Pudding

August 5, 2013 by Balvinder. 19 Comments

Custard is among one of the dessert that I remember from childhood. It is similar to english pudding, but is eggless. My mom often used to make it for weekend family dinner, get togethers or when she had unexpected guests. It was quick, convenient and always tasted good with seasonal fruits. As for me it is not only a dessert with fruits but also a base for several other desserts.