Here’s a recipe for peppermint bark tailored for four servings: Ingredients: 4 ounces dark chocolate (or semi-sweet chocolate) 4 ounces white chocolate 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional) 2-3 candy canes, crushed (or about 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies) Instructions: Line a small baking sheet or dish (about 6×6 inches) with parchment paper or aluminum foil.…… Continue reading Peppermint bark
Rice pudding
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for rice pudding for four people, along with storage instructions: Rice Pudding for Four Ingredients: 1/2 cup white rice (short-grain or long-grain) 4 cups milk (whole milk or any plant-based milk for a vegan option) 1/3 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon ground…… Continue reading Rice pudding
Vegetarian Ratatouille pasta
Here’s a recipe for a delicious vegetarian Ratatouille Pasta: Ingredients: 8 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 eggplant, diced 1 zucchini, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 2 cups diced tomatoes (fresh or canned) 1 teaspoon dried…… Continue reading Vegetarian Ratatouille pasta
Fruitcake
Here’s a fruitcake recipe tailored for four people, without alcohol, along with storage instructions: Fruitcake for Four (No Alcohol) Ingredients: 1/2 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped apricots, cherries, etc.) 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda…… Continue reading Fruitcake
Chocolate chip cookies – Holiday style
Chocolate chip cookies offer a delightful combination of taste, texture, nostalgia, and comfort that makes them a universally beloved treat. The aroma of baking chocolate chip cookies fills the house with a wonderful scent, adding to the overall experience of enjoying them. Here’s a recipe for holiday style chocolate chip cookies for 4. Christmas Chocolate…… Continue reading Chocolate chip cookies – Holiday style
Lemon Rice
Here’s a simple recipe for lemon rice for four people: Ingredients: 1 cup Basmati or any long-grain rice 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or coconut) 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon split urad dal (black gram lentils, optional) 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 8-10 curry leaves 2-3 green chilies, slit lengthwise (adjust according to spice preference) 1/4…… Continue reading Lemon Rice
Gingerbread cookies
The warm and spicy aroma of gingerbread spices, including ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, is synonymous with the holiday season. Baking gingerbread cookies fills the home with a comforting and festive fragrance. Here’s a gingerbread cookie recipe scaled for about 12 people: Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda…… Continue reading Gingerbread cookies
Palak Paneer – Indian Cottage cheese cubes with Spinach
Palak Paneer is a delicious Indian dish made with pureed spinach and chunks of paneer cooked in a flavorful blend of spices Here’s a recipe to serve a family of 4 : Ingredients: 2 bunches of fresh spinach (about 500g), washed and chopped 200g paneer, cubed 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped 2…… Continue reading Palak Paneer – Indian Cottage cheese cubes with Spinach
Banana bread – Easy to bake recipe
Here’s a simple banana bread recipe scaled down for about 4 servings: Ingredients: 2 medium sized ripe bananas 1/3 cup melted butter 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips Instructions: Preheat your…… Continue reading Banana bread – Easy to bake recipe
Indian lunch/dinner favorite – Daal Tadka
Ingredients: 1 cup split yellow lentils (toor dal) 4 cups water 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 green chilies, chopped (adjust according to your spice preference) 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional) 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable…… Continue reading Indian lunch/dinner favorite – Daal Tadka
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