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Egg Pulao

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My this post is again for the Egg lovers. From last few weeks, I was totally devoted towards my Egg curry dish. It surely is my favorite, but again everybody needs a change. So, I wasn't able to think of any new way of eating eggs. It was a regular weekend, and I was completely busy in cleaning the house, and making everything in order, so that in my coming week, I have everything in order and I do not have to expedite. And I forgot to cook lunch for me and my family and it was already 1:00 p.m., I did have the option of ordering something from outside, but I didn't wanted to do that, as previous day I had a luxurious food in a restaurant. So, what I did. Here, is the recipe of what I prepare- Egg Pulao. Ingredients for 4 people-  Rice- 6 handful Onion - 1 (big, chopped) Red Bell Pepper - 1/2 (chopped) Green Bell Pepper - 1/2 ( chopped) Eggs - 4 Salt to taste Cumin Powder- 1tsp Cooking Oil - 2tbsp Directions - Keep a pan on the stove and a pressure coo...

Toad in the Hole

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It was a wonderful day outside. Day to go for a walk. So, I started out. Nice cool wind was blowing, and then it started drizzling a little bit. So, amazing. I was loving it. After coming for a walk, I went to G ym for little bit of exercise. There I met my next door neighbor , wonderful lady. We started discussing weather, temperature, and then comes the food. And our discussion about eggs started. its benefits and how our daily needs of protein is complete by consuming eggs.  Here, are few benefits of eggs listed. Improves Concentration - Eggs provides a good nutrition which increases child’s ability to learn. It helps in increasing- Concentration level Math and reading skills Attendance Maintains Healthy Weight - Eggs are the best source of protein which contains all essential amino acids for human body. Eggs are a great nutritional value for those trying to lose weight and maintain healthy weight. Brain Development - Egg yolk, stimulates brain devel...

Visit to Themepark - Disneyland, LA

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LA, disneyland It has 3 theme parks -  Disneyland California Adventure park Downtown Disney Few things which you want to get before coming to disneyalnd-   Autograph book Camera Snacks for kids and adults Water bottles - water is availabel in disneyland everywhere, but you need to carry atleast 1 bottle. There are lots of restaurants available right in front of Disneyland, so it's your choice you want to eat outside or inside the Disneyland. Rates- yes, it is costlier in Disney. Disneyland Theme Park -  Disneyland is again sub-divided - Main street U.S.A .- This is the front and main street which connects the central square or say the castle to the main entrance square. in the day time, you have lots of transport available, like horse cart, Double Decker bus, small car, and a train. All the other transports, stops after evening, but the train service is available mostly till 30 mins before the Disneyland is closed. Please check the Disneyland ...

Mango Rice

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M y this post is dedicated to my friend " P ooja", who is an excellent cook, and make amazingly delicious food. Mango Rice is a one of th e dishes which I tried at her place, when I was visiting her. It is one of the frequently made dish of rice i n every household in South India. People of South India sta rts making it , as soon as raw mango is available in Markets. Raw Mango has lots of health benefits.  It is sour in taste , and is generally green in color.  The cent er of the fruit has a single seed, which is oblong and flat.  The raw mango is highly appreciated for its nutritional value. T hey are excellent source of Vitamin C .   Raw mangoes are also good source of V itamin B complex , that are beneficial to maintain good health.  Due to the presence of vitamin C, they are highly beneficial in strengthening immune system. It helps in throwing away from all waste products from the body. There are few more recipes of raw Mang...

Sago cooked for Fasting (Sabudana khichdi for Vrati)

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Navratri is one of those festivals in India, which is celebrated by about 80 % of the citizen. In this festival, many worshipers, do fasting for first and eighth day of the festival. Some do it for all 9 days, and eat proper food and grains on the 10th day. And in many families, they do not eat and cook Garlic and Onions for the 9 days. I even knew some people, who do fasting for the whole day, and eat complete food including grain, one time at a day mostly after sunset. Some people only eats fruits and some dishes on these 9 days, which are made of sago (sabudana), Makhana, potatoes, etc. Here, is one of the recipe of Sabudana cooked with potatoes and peanuts. It's filling as well as give enough nutrition for the meal. Ingredients for 2 people- Sago (Sabudana) - 3 Handful Rock Salt (sendha namak) to taste                             ...

White Cream Spinach Pasta

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It was Friday evening, and I went for a grocery shopping. It was a sudden plan, so I was not prepared as usual. Generally, when we have to go out for any reason, I prepare dinner in advance, as I prefer my family to eat at home, as much as possible. Eating at home is always different from eating outside, as food prepared at home is much more healthy and nutritious. Now, this evening I was not prepared, and I didn't even wanted to eat anything out. So, was planning what to make which can be quick, delicious and easy to make. We went with 1 of our family friends. Our friends told us, they will cook something different and it will be healthy and will be ready in 18-20 minutes. I was not sure, but thought of giving it a try. By the time, I arranged my groceries they brought a bowl filled with " White Cream Spinach Pasta ". And believe me it was so delicious, I couldn't resist of making it again on Saturday Morning. So, here is the recipe for you guys to try- Ingre...

Gobhi Ka Aachar (Cauliflower pickle)

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My mother's special recipe of Cauliflower's pickle is here. As Kids when we didn't like any vegetables in dinner, we use to take Cauliflower Pickle as a side dish. Every Winter and on alternate weeks, my mom prepares a batch of cauliflower's pickle or mixed vegetables pickle ( which mostly contains beans, cauliflower and carrots). It lasts for about 10 days, and is ready to eat in 1 day, but tastes mush better if eaten after 2-3 days. My Mom's recipe, loved by us, is here for you guys to try, and fell in love with Cauliflower all over again. Ingredients - Cauliflower - 18-20 small florets Mustard Oil - 1 bowl Fennel seeds- 5 tbsp Mustard Seeds - 5 tbsp Coriander seeds - 5 tbsp Salt to taste Red Chilli Powder - 2tbsp White Vinegar - 3 tbsp Turmeric Powder - 2 tbsp Directions - Cauliflower Florets Boil Cauliflower in an open vessel, till it turns little soft ( it should not be completely done, it should be little hard). Transfer the Cauliflo...