Spiced Cranberry and Nut Swirl Bread for Sunshine and Smile

Spiced Cranberry and Nut Swirl Bread for Sunshine and Smile

We are getting close to that time of the year again: moving ahead in anticipation of the holidays, when the heart beats with joy and jingles, warm family gatherings, a lot of shopping, and giving. There is no denying that its the favorite time of 

Lachha Paratha – Layered Griddle Cooked Flatbread

Lachha Paratha – Layered Griddle Cooked Flatbread

There is nothing more delightful than scooping out spiced flavored curries with some fresh, hot,  flaky flatbread. These lovely multi layered, rustic, crisp on the outside, pastry like breads are called the Parathas.

Rosemary and Ginger Roasted Fruit Rolls

Rosemary and Ginger Roasted Fruit Rolls

Baking is therapeutic for me. Along with the calm feeling instilled by the warmth of the oven and the wonderfully smelling home, there arises within me a tiny bit of triumph with every success, a little smile and a small pat on the back.

Naan

Naan

I am finally here with the recipe for Naan. There are not many who are not familiar with these teardrop-shaped flat breads, soft pillowy cushions with rippled surface, and smothered with butter. They are utterly delicious!

Poori – Deep Fried Puffed Bread

Poori – Deep Fried Puffed Bread

I would say without hesitation that this one little bread is treasured and loved by all Indians. Pooris are little discs of whole wheat dough that are deep fried in  hot oil/ghee, as they fill with steam and puffs up like balloons, and in few seconds