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Mixed Berry Smoothie

It is getting very close to the Memorial Day weekend and that means the summer is just around the corner. Even though it is an unofficial start, the temperature here in Texas is giving us a feel of what is in store for the next 4 months or so. With ... Read More

Blueberry Yogurt Parfait

Published On 21 Jun 2012 By redchillies. Under Appetizers / Snacks, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Low Fat Recipes, Refreshments/ Summer Coolers.

Blueberries are powerhouse of nutrition! They are packed with vitamins, minerals, and rate very high on antioxidants capability. You knew that already didn’t you? Now that summer is here, the groceries are flooded with varieties of fresh berries. There are different ways in which I use the berries including ... Read More

Mango Lemonade

Published On 09 Aug 2011 By redchillies. Under Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Refreshments/ Summer Coolers.

Summer is at its peak here in Texas and with it the relentless heat wave continues to be in full swing. We are in the three digit temperatures (in Fahrenheit, of course) for the past month and half and it seems to be getting worse as days pass by. But then, ... Read More

Indian Cucumber Raita Recipe

Published On 23 Jul 2011 By redchillies. Under Low Fat Recipes, Pasta Salads & Soups, Refreshments/ Summer Coolers.

If you are looking for a quick cooling Yogurt Cucumber Raita, then this one is for you. Raita is an Indian condiment made using yogurt/ curd and used as a side dish, sauce or dip. This is not only enhances flavor, but offsets the spiciness of the main dish. All ... Read More

Banana Mango Milkshake

Published On 29 Apr 2011 By redchillies. Under Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Refreshments/ Summer Coolers.

This Banana Mango Milkshake is an easy, delicious and filling drink. Not only does it have a cooling effect, but provides good nutrition as well. This is also a good way of using up any extra ripe mangoes and or bananas. The kiddo has been showing some interest in milkshakes ... Read More

Kashay– Nutritional Spiced Hot Drink

Published On 25 Jan 2011 By redchillies. Under Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Konkani Recipes, Refreshments/ Summer Coolers.

Kashay (In Konkani) is a hot milk beverage that is common in many Konkani households. It is a spiced drink that is not only potent but a nutritional powerhouse as well. This is preferred as beverage choice by many people instead of the regular tea or coffee. Growing up I remember ... Read More

Spicy Pepper Jeera Rasam

Published On 04 Jan 2011 By redchillies. Under Daal Rasam Sambhar varieties, Easy Vegetarian Recipes, Low Fat Recipes, Pasta Salads & Soups, Refreshments/ Summer Coolers.

Winter is upon us and along with it comes the essential cold, cough sneezing sniffling etc. So at home, I try avoiding medicines as far as possible and look for some easy home made remedies. So far we have had good success with black pepper (Kali Mirchi in Hindi) and ... Read More