We're back into the swing of things with school and somewhat normal weekday routines. Baby Dude just started with middle school and is ecstatic that he now has his own locker. School lunches are back on my weekly meal (this Easy Chicken Noodle Stir-Fry has made an appearance a couple of times already!) and I...
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Ask Meena: Grilled Corn Chaat
I love getting emails from readers asking for menu ideas when hosting an Indian-themed party. Here's one I received from Jen a couple of days ago that inspired me to make this Grilled Corn Chaat recipe: Dear Meena, I'm hosting our monthly book club and my selection is Interpreter of Maladies - a series of...
Ask Meena: Dahi Papdi Chaat for the Super Bowl
Chaats, like Dahi Papdi Chaat recipe, are one of those purely addictive foods that are usually a hit at get-togethers. Smothered with spicy and tangy chutneys, yogurt and tons of other fixings, each plate creates a whole new experience in your mouth. I love getting emails from readers asking for menu ideas when hosting an Indian-themed party....
Ask Meena: Lavish Eid Menu
Here is a recent email requesting an Eid Menu that I received from a long-time reader: Hi Meena! This year will be the first time that I'm hosting an Eid dinner in our new home. We only moved a couple of months ago, and have just started to settle in - so it'll also be...
Ask Meena: Alu Beans
Here is a recent email I received from a reader: Hi Meena, I'm a vegan and have recently started trying my hand at cooking Indian food at home. I love the aromas and flavours that Indian cooking offers and it's also one of the best cuisines I've enjoyed since becoming a vegan 3 years ago....
Ask Meena: Aloo Keema Matar (Ground Meat with Potatoes and Peas)
Aloo Keema Matar is a wonderfully simple, yet comforting Indian recipe made with ground meat, potatoes and peas, that you can definitely try out with kids. Before I get to my recipe for Aloo Keema Matar, here is an email I received over the weekend from a long time reader: Hi Meena, I was wondering...
