Peppermint bark

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

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

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

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