Spiced Peas and Carrots

Spiced peas and carrots is my twist on a classic dish. It’s mildly spicy, has great texture and interesting flavors. It’s made in only 20 minutes, and it goes well with almost any main-dish Indian curry. You’ll need the following spices for this dish: Also, dice your carrots beforehand. First, blend the following in a…

Aloo Gobi (Cauliflower & Potato with Spices)

Aloo Gobi is one of my favorite Indian dishes. It’s a classic and must-have for any Indian repertoire, and it’s a total comfort food. It is made with cauliflower, potatoes, and turmeric, and is wonderful as a side dish to any curry you can think of. To make aloo gobi, you’ll need the following: 3…

Parippu Lentils

This lentils dish has gotten rave reviews from everyone who’s tried it, and the amazing part is, IT’S INCREDIBLY EASY and only takes 25 minutes to prepare! You basically throw everything into a pot, saute some onions, mix those two things together, and voila! A side dish that will last you days in leftovers! This…

Tomato Basil Mozzarella Salad

This salad recipe is simple, summery and to die for! I purchased four fat ripe tomatoes and a bag of basil at our local farmers market, and then we bought a 10oz(ish?) thing of mozzarella cheese at Kroger. Fresh mozzarella is soft in consistency, white and luxurious. First, I chopped up the tomatoes and mozzarella…