Pumpkin, a certain variety of squash family is although technically a fruit, still is usually considered as a vegetable. Pumpkins seeds are nutrient powerhouses. But the pumpkin flesh is also rich in nutrients. It is packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals and …
2019
Chaula Khiri | Odia Rice Pudding
The day has come again. Exactly on this date just 3 years back I have created my food-blog www.firsttimercook.com. This is my second child which turns 3 years old today 😊😊 So some celebration must be here. And for that type of …
AamrasTart
Festival time in India is somehow started with so much enthusiasm and devotion. This is the most awaited period by millions of Hindus in the country. In fact, the festive mood engulfs one and all, irrespective of their religion and beliefs. …
Uddina Vada | Medu Vada
Monday is here again !!! And the theme no 209th of the Foodie Monday Blog Hop foodie group is decided as ‘Thindi Yenu‘ which is suggested by Aruna. I love her space basically the pickle collections :). Well ‘Thindi Yenu’ in Kannada means …
Stuffed Parwal Gravy (no-Onion-no-Garlic)
Festive time is going to started. And in Indian subcontinent, festival time means particularly there is no use of onion, garlic in the dishes. No non-vegetarian dishes are allowed to enter the houses. There are numerous festivals in India …
Bhapa Sondesh | Steamed Cottage Cheese Fudge (microwave steaming)
Festivals are the celebration of togetherness in India. They play an important role to build a better society, where positive values flourish and the spirit of co-operation prevails. There are many auspicious days in India, which are celebrating by Indians …
Vegetarian Laal Maas
In Indian subcontinent, the state of Rajasthan is famed for its rich regal culture and heritage. The arid nature of the region, the extreme climatic conditions, scarcity of water and vegetation has witnessed evolvement of unique cooking styles and food habits of …
Besan Kheer | Gram flour Indian Pudding
Auspicious month of Sawan / Shravan is going on these days. This is the fifth month in the Hindu calendar and is considered to be a sacred. It is considered very auspicious to offer holy Ganga water to Lord Shiva in …
Piaji | Chana Dal Fritters in Odia style
Finally rainy days are on full swing in most part of India. And this brings a subtle chill weather all around. To balance this we always crave for some hot snacks with a hot cup of tea. In India each region …
Pasta Kheer | Pasta Payasam | Pasta Pudding
Dessert or mithai (in hindi) is a significant part of Indian cuisine. One must admire that most Indians have sweet tooth not like me although 😉. Milk is incredibly the most important ingredient for making Indian desserts (almost in 90% of …