OMG! (Oh My God) Movie Review

Oh My God (OMG), is a very brave movie and a good one at that. I say it is a brave movie because the courage the film makers have exhibited in making this movie given the current repressive atmosphere against freely expressing anything about religion. Even though we live in a world that is more civilized and less violent than the last century, religious intolerance and conflicts in the name of God have only increased manifold and the world is deeply...

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Tofu Curry Pasta

I am a big fan of Italian pasta.I invariably order pastas in most Italian restaurants that I visit in the US ! I love the smell of cheese melting over the hot pasta flavored with basil leaves...whoa what an aroma !! Nonetheless,its not possible to have this very often as it is loaded with calories. All those who want to enjoy pasta without those extra calories will love this protein rich pasta dish ! Its called the Tofu Curry Pasta ! Tofu as you...

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Pumpkin Spice Pie

Its officially fall time in the US and its literally raining pumpkins here ! I just picked a pumpkin while shopping today,could not resist the urge to make a pumpkin pie;a traditional fall dessert.I am already in the mood for halloween :) Ok now back to business ! Basically there are 2 types of pumpkins,the bigger one is used for carvings/decorations during halloween and also for savories and soups(it usually has more fibre).The ones that are...

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Fruit & Nut Cake

Christmas is just a couple of months away and what better than baking your own cake for Christmas ! Personally Christmas reminds me of the delicious fruit cakes that I get to have from my neighbours back home during my childhood days. Fruit cakes are perfect for gifting too,they can be prepared well ahead of time, refrigerated and gifted during the festive season.Since most fruit cakes incorporate rum or brandy(alcohol),they age well with time...

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Schezwan Noodles

Schezwan noodles are one of my favourite Indo-Chinese noodles.You can make them with any vegetable readily available like cabbage,peppers,carrots,sprouts,french beans,shallots etc Like I mentioned earlier in one of my blogs,you can use the home made schezwan sauce for this recipe ,your total cooking time is significantly reduced if your sauce is ready to use. And now to the recipe,here it goes ! Ingredients 2 tbsp sesame oil 1 cup noodles 3 tsps...

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Schezwan Sauce

The 'Schezwan Sauce' serves as a base sauce for most of the Indo-Chinese recipes such as Schezwan Paneer,Schezwan Noodles,Schezwan Fried Rice,Schezwan baby corns/potatoes and so many more.Most grocers sell these sauces by the bottle but they can be easily made at home too.They come in handy when made in a large quantity and stored for use in the above said dishes. Here's a quick look at the recipe. Ingredients 5 long red chillies 1 cup spring...

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Schezwan Paneer

Indo-Chinese dishes are in vogue in most of the Indian restaurants these days. The Indian tweak to these Chinese recipes add up spice,flavor and color to the dishes. One such hit Indo-Chinese dish is our very own 'Schezwan Paneer'. It's a mouth watering dish and my personal favorite too !! Ingredients 1 cup cubed paneer 1 large red onion (chopped) 2 tbsps olive oil 2 cups chopped green,red and yellow peppers 1 tbsp garlic paste 1 tbsp ginger...

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Vegetable Indo-Chinese Noodles - A Healthier Version

Indo-Chinese noodles are very popular among the Indian noodle lovers.I am no exception to that but I always wondered if they are healthy to be eaten frequently since every Chinese noodle dish invariably contains Ajino-moto and soy sauce(which has a combination of not so healthy ingredients too).Hence I am always skeptical when it comes to making Chinese noodles at home. I then decided to try an alternative and a much more healthy version of the...

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Brown Rice With Herbed Mushrooms

Mushrooms are a rich source of Selenium and are high in natural antioxidants. When combined with brown rice they make a wholesome dish full of fiber and nutrients. Not many like the taste of plain mushrooms so its a great idea to combine them with herbs to bring out the earthy flavor of mushrooms. Here's how to do it ! Ingredients 1 cup cooked brown rice 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1 tbsp minced garlic 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2...

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Healthy 2-Minute Egg Salad

Egg is a versatile product that can be used in literally any dish (as is) to enhance flavor and nutrition.It cooks faster than most veggies and hence a smart addition to any breakfast menu. We all know that salads are a perfect system cleanser.Incorporating raw vegetables in our diet in the form of salads help retain fiber and water in our body thereby flushing out the toxins from the system. Not to mention the load of vitamins and minerals that...

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Low Calorie Vegetable Quiche

Quiche is an awesome dish that is simple to make,requires fewer ingredients and is a low calorie food - a perfect breakfast material ! It is a very popular menu in any bed and breakfast style restaurant and also a preferred breakfast choice in many western households as its enjoyed both by kids and adults alike. All you need to do is, just assemble the ingredients together and transfer them into an oven and before you even know your breakfast is...

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Brown Rice With Brussel Sprouts and Roasted Sunflower Seeds

Brussel Sprouts is a versatile vegetable that cooks in a jiffy and is loaded with protein and Vitamin C.Being very low in fat and calories it makes a perfect food when combied with brown rice.You can be rest assured of getting a good quantity of fiber in every spoonfull ! Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1 cup chopped brussel sprouts 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1 tsp sun flower seeds 1 large onion 1 cup long grain brown rice(cooked) 1 tsp paprika...

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Brown Rice Parmesan Risotto With Mushrooms

This nutrition packed brown rice recipe is a perfect lunch box material.Its loaded with goodness and nutrients, a sure to be hit mid day meal that keeps you all charged up for the rest of your day. Ingredients 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 2 cloves minced garlic 1 large onion 1/2 a tomato diced 1 cup long grain brown rice(cooked) 1/2 cup frozen peas 3 tbsps shredded Parmesan or Romano cheese 1 tsp Italian seasoning(dried sage,thyme,oregano,parsely...

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Tanjore's Temple- India's Unheralded World Wonder

I love the temples of south India, not just because of religious significance but also because you can relive history at these sites. I miss these treasures even more as I live away from my homeland. One of the most famous and the most grandeur temple of its kind in Tamil Nadu is the Brihadeeswara temple in Tanjore (erstwhile capital of the Chola's). It is a beautiful temple built by Raja Raja Chola 1 at the height of the Tamil kingdom's...

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