Biscuits are the most common snack variety which is best accompaniment with tea. Butter pista cookies are loved by most of us as its soft and crunchy all time. The addition of pistachios to the biscuits gives a excellent flavor to it. This was a big hit and loved by all at my house. So thought of sharing this recipe today. Lets look at the method of making the biscuits. Preparation Time : 15 mints | Resting Time : 2 hrs | Baking Time : 15 mints | Makes : 15 - 20 biscuits Ingr

I am very much excited to share this recipe today,the reason being it’s my first blog anniversary today.I started this wonderful blogging journey a year back and here comes my 1st blog anniversary post with a traditional sweet. Ashoka halwa is a very famous sweet in Tanjore and Thiruvaiyar. This is one of the sweet which will be made for most of the special occasions and marriages. This halwa is also known as "Thiruvaiyar Halwa". This is the easy halwa variety which can be ma

Lauki / Bottle gourd / Sorakkai Kurma is a mild curry/gravy made of coconut and cashew nut paste. It is a healthy and easy side dish accompaniment for Roti, Chapati etc. You can also make this gravy with other vegetables like turnip, chow chow etc.. Lets look at the method of making this gravy. Preparation time: 10 mints | Cooking time: 20 mints | Serves: 4 Ingredients: Oil - 4 tbspn Cumin Seeds - 1 tspn Bottle gourd - 1.5 cup Chopped Onion - 3/4 cup finely chopped Tomato

Karuveppilai Sadam/Curry Leaves Rice is a healthy and flavorful rice variety. It is very simple and delicious can be prepared in very less time. It can be had for lunch and perfect when packed for lunch or for travel. As curry leaves is a rich source of iron this rice is very good for health. It can be served with kootu and chips as its dry type of rice variety. Lets look at the steps of making this rice. Preparation Time : 15 mints | Cooking Time : 20 mints | Serves : 2 - 3

Baby Potato Dum Briyani is a tasty and spicy briyani which is always special in our menu. This is a special treat for the briyani and potato lovers. We all liked this briyani along with onion raita / plain curd / chips. This briyani is perfect for any special occasions like party , get together. Tried this briyani with both pressure cooker and dum style. I loved the result of this dum style than the pressure cooker style. Lets look at the steps of making this briyani. Prepa

Spinach / Palak Pakoda is a delicious and crispy fritters prepared with spinach leaves coated with spicy batter. This is very quick and easy to make. Also perfect snack for tea time or during rainy season. This even taste good as side dish for meals or variety rice.The flavor of garam masala and the grinded paste makes the pakoda taste yummy. Lets look at the steps of making this pakoda recipe. Preparation Time : 10 mints | Cooking Time : 30 mints | Serves : 4 Ingredients : S