Here is a dainty and exotic dessert of tarts topped with a creamy cheesy filling, laced with enchanting fresh strawberry sauce, and garnished with fresh strawberries. We have used readymade cream cheese with thick curds to make the filling. This not only gives a luscious mouth-feel but also saves time. The sauce made of mashed strawberries gives the Strawberry Cheese Tarts a very refreshing aroma and lingering taste, which contrasts beautifully with the cheesy filling. When strawberries are in season, make sure you try this recipe. It can be served as a dessert , or even served to kids as a snack. Try other fruity treats like the Chocolate Coated Strawberries and Strawberry Mousse .

I do not know whether to say that gujarat is at the heart of vegetarian cuisine, or whether vegetarian cuisine is at the heart of every gujarati. But the fact is that both are inseparable. Food being a very important part of gujarati culture, the variety therein is also immeasurably vast. Name any vegetable, and can find any number of dishes as you want. When it is the ever-popular potato in question, the argument is even more valid! the aroma that fills the environment when the potatoes cook in the juices of a coconut and coriander stuffing will make you hungry even if you have just had a three-course meal! it is amazing what simple spices can do to a dish. What’s more, this can be made in 10 minutes in the microwave, while it would need at least 25 minutes on gas.

A scrumptious crunch topping that can be used in many desserts, especially sundaes. The crunch of almonds together with caramelized sugar imparts a wonderful texture to recipes. While i have included it in the recipe of chocolate nougat cake, but it can even be eaten by itself!

Paneer and baby corn stir-fry, a wonderful combination served in chinese style! the fresh paneer is soft and crumbly while the baby corn is crisp making them perfect ingredients for a stir-fry. Capsicum, spring onions, plenty of ginger, garlic and soya sauce ensures that the dish packs a punch both in terms of texture as well as flavor. Ensure that you use fresh paneer for best results. This stir-fry tastes wonderful with a bowl of noodles or chinese rice- serve immediately!

A yummy way to enjoy left over bread slices. Store the cinnamon crisps in an air-tight container and enjoy them with a hot cup of coffee.

A delicious tropical mocktail made with fresh coconut milk and pineapple juice blended with oodles of vanilla ice cream. A sweet and creamy mocktail.

Don't prevent your kids from eating their favourite foods; inject good health into them instead by adding the right ingredients. For example, use rice noodles instead of refined flour (Maida) noodles and add healthy ingredients like veggies, sprouts, peanuts etc. By concocting healthier versions of their favourite dishes, your kids can have their way, and so can you!

One of my favourite desserts which tastes delicious when it is served warm. Made just with low-fat paneer and fruits, you can occasionally enjoy a serving of this dessert after your meal. However, do remember to include these calories as part of your diet.

Just combine all the ingredients, pat them into pancakes, and cook them on a tava. These spicy potato and peas pancakes are so simple to make, but nothing short of a heavenly treat, especially on a cold rainy day! you can enjoy vatana bateta no rotlo just by itself or with tomato ketchup or green chutney. If you are making this recipe for kids, take care to reduce the spices a bit as this might be a bit too hot for them.

A delicious dish that can be made in a jiffy! paneer and baby corn is tossed in colored peppers spring onions and tomato puree. The masalas enhance the flavors. Garnish with coriander and eat it hot!

A holiday brunch? your meal is incomplete with this beautiful grilled pepper and cheese salad. Use red, yellow and green peppers to make the salad look full of colour. Served on a bed of crisp lettuce, this recipe calls for alfalfa sprouts too, making it rich in nutrients. The zingy olive oil, vinegar, pepper and sugar dressing makes this one of the best salads that is enjoyed by all.

Frankly, a kulcha is not a mere accompaniment… it is a delicacy in its own right! here, I have used whole wheat flour and soya flour instead of plain flour to make the khulchas. Khulchas are thick and they fluff up like phulkas. Don't forget… they taste best when hot! Traditionally, they are served with Punjabi Subzis but you can also try them with Stuffed Capsicum in Tomato Gravy , Corn Soya Koftas in Malwani Gravy or Soya Vegetable Medley .

A crunchy and juicy salad with a creamy dressing that blends in beautifully, the cabbage and pineapple salad is ideal for summer. The pineapple quenches thirst while the curd dressing cools you down. Mustard powder and dill leaves make the dressing spicy and flavourful, while crisp celery and capsicum add some texture and color to the salad bowl. As with most summer salads, this one too tastes best when served crisp and chilled.

Stir-fries are always on top of my list, when it comes to healthy cooking, to monitor the amount of fat used. I have chosen soya nuggets because of their decreasing nature of LDL (bad) cholesterol and baby corn to give the needed crunch without any amount of fat.