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  • Festive Sweets for Diwali

    Festive Sweets for Diwali

    Diwali is few days away, what are the sweets and savoury snacks that you are making? If you are a last minute planner like me, here is an exhaustive list of sweets from the blog. Some are ideal for lunch menu while a few like ladoo and halwa can be stored for a couple of days.

    Diwali is the time when you gift sweets to friends and relatives. Here are some cookies, chikki and muesli bar for children.

    For all the recipes, click on the title or the image. Wishing all a very happy Diwali. Stay safe, stay happy.

    Sukhdi / Gud Papdi 

    Sukhdi is classic sweet from Gujarati cuisine.

    Badam Puri

    Badam Puri is traditional festive sweet from Karnataka.

    Badam Puri
    Badam Puri

     

                                           Papaya Halwa

    papaya halwa

                                       Besan Ladoo

    Besan Ladoo is apt for Diwali.

    besan ladoo
    besan ladoo

    Chaler Payesh 

    Rice Kheer is the traditional kheer made in all communities.Here is the Bengali version.

    chaler payesh
    chaler payesh

     Ragi Halbai

    Millets are used, one with finger millets.

    Ragi Halbai / Fingermillet fudge
    Ragi Halbai / Fingermillet fudge

    Coconut Ladoo

    Love this easy recipe to do always

    K

    coconut ladoo/ nariyal ladoo
    coconut ladoo /nariyal ladoo

    Dates Burfi

    Dates Burfi is all time favourite.

    Dates Burfi
    Dates Burfi

                                       Karchikayi

    Karchikayi  used to be a Diwali snack when we were kids.

    karchikayi
    karchikayi

                                         Shenga Holige

    It is tasty and stays good for a couple of days.

    Shenga Holige / Peanut Sweet Pancake
    shenga holige

                                                 Kadabu

    A sweet for lunch

    Kadabu
    Kadabu

                                               Khaja

    Khaja is crispy and flaky, give a try to it. Ideal to serve for lunch.

    Khaja, Tapeshwaram Khaja
    Khaja, Tapeshwaram Khaja

                                                Kul Kul

    Snacks to store in the jar.

    kul kul
    kul kul

                                          Carrot Halwa 

    A make ahead sweet

    Carrot Halwa
    Carrot Halwa

    Dum Root Halwa 

    Another classic sweet from South India.

    dum root halwa
    dum root halwa

                                               ABC Halwa

    This is flavoursome one from Gujarati cuisine,

    ABC Halwa
    ABC Halwa

                                      Beetroot Halwa

    When kids don’t eat beetroot, make this one.

    beetroot halwa
    beetroot halwa

                                         Seven Cup Sweet

    This is ideal to prepare and serve.

    seven cup burfi
    seven cup burfi

                                               Coconut Burfi

    One of the favourite sweets since childhood days.

    coconut burfi
    coconut burfi

                                               Ellu Holige

    Another kind of holige, it is made with sesame.

    ellu holige
    ellu holige

    Rawa Kesari with jaggery

    Rawa kesari with jaggery tastes good. I usually make this one at home.

    rawa kesari with jaggery

                                   

                                    Custard Apple Kheer

    It is delicious, give a try to it sometime.

    Custard Apple Kheer
    Custard Apple Kheer

     

                                              Komala Payasam 

    This is sweet from Oriya cuisine.

    komala payasa, orange milk pudding
    komala payasa, orange milk pudding

                                        Sweet Mango Rice

    When you have mangoes, make this dish for your family.

    sweet mango rice / amba bhaat
    sweet mango rice / amba bhaat

                                         Mango Kesari 

    Another dessert with mango

    mango sheera
    mango sheera

                                       Hayagreeva Maddi 

    A traditional sweet which is delicious and healthy.

    hayagreeva maddi
    hayagreeva maddi

                                         Appi Payasa 

    Crisp, fried puris are boiled in thickened milk and garnished with nuts. Another classic sweet from South India.

    appi payasa
    appi payasa

    Kheer

    Vermicelli Kheer needs no introduction.

    kheer
    kheer

     Moong dal payasam

    Tasty payasam ideal for summer as it keeps the body cool.

    moongdal payasa
    moongdal payasa

                                              Kiwi Kesari 

    Another kind of kesari

    Kiwi Kesari
    Kiwi Kesari

                                           Palkova 

    A sweet to be cherished

    palkova
    palkova

    Gift Ideas for Diwali

    Usually gifts are given during Diwali to friends and relatives. Here are a few ideas to try.

      Floral  Cookies

    chocolate and vanilla floral cookies
    Floral cookies

     Cornflakes Cookies

    cornflakes cookies

       Polvorones

    Mexican wedding cookies /polvorones

    Butter Cookies 

    butter cookies
    butter cookies

    Ghee Cookies

    Ghee cookies
    Ghee cookies

     Muesli Bar

    Muesli bar
    Muesli bar

     Til Chikki 

    sesame chikki
    sesame chikki

      Mocha Coffee Cookies 

    mocha coffee cookies
    mocha coffee cookies

    Puffed Rice Balls 

    puffed rice balls
    puffed rice balls

    I hope you liked this collection, pin it for later.

    40 Festive Sweets is a collection of tasty and different kind of sweets one can prepare during Diwali. Give a try to some of these recipes.
    40 Festive Sweets

    If you ever make any of these recipes, take a picture and share it by tagging @foodiejayashree on Instagram or @evergreendishes on Facebook. I will be glad to see and share your creation further.
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  • Snack recipes / Savoury Snacks for festive season

    Snack recipes / Savoury Snacks for festive season

    Every year we look forward to this season of festivals. A lot of preparations usually go on as children eagerly await Navaratri and Diwali. Good food, schools would be closed and lots of fun.

    Things are different this year, but let’s hope things will be better soon. Keeping the spirit of festivities alive, here are the savoury snacks from the blog.

    I am planning to make some new recipes too, will soon update about it.

    Among these recipes, which recipe would you like to make ? Children are at home these days, snacks are essential.

    1. Chakli/ Murukku: These are usually prepared during major festivals. I have shared a couple of varieties here as Butter Murukku and Split gram murukku.
    2. Sev: This is another festive snack, it pairs well with any breakfast.
    3. Poha Chivda: It is one of the essentials in any South Indian home. It is easy to prepare and stays good for a long time.
    4. Nippattu and Kodbole: They are loved by all, they are festive treats that all of us relish.
    5. Mathri: These are one of the snacks I often make at home as my children love them.

    All the recipes are given below. You can check by clicking on the title or the picture.

    Poha Chiwda

    Poha Chiwda
    Poha Chiwda

      Butter Murukku

    butter murukku
    butter murukku

    Split Gram Murukku

    Murukku
    murukku

     Ring Murukku

    Ring Murukku

    Instant Chakli 

    instant chakli
    instant chakli

    Besan Sev 

    Besan Sev / Ompudi
    besan sev /ompudi

    Palak Sev

    palak sev
    palak sev

    Chiwda 

    chiwda
    chiwda

     

    Nippattu 

    nippattu
    nippattu

    Kodbole

    kodbole
    kodbole

     

    Masala Mathri

    masala mathri
    masala mathri

     Methi Mathri

    methi mathri
    methi mathri makes a good tea time snack.

    Namak Pare 

    namak pare
    namak pare, tasty snacks to binge

    Baked Wheat Crackers

    Baked Wheat Crackers
    Baked Wheat Crackers are crispy and tasty.

     Salted Cashewnuts

    salted cashew nut / masala kaju
    salted cashew nut / masala kaju

    I will  be adding more to this list soon. If you have liked this post, do share it further with your family and friends. Save it for later by pinning it.

    Savoury snacks are loved by all. Here is a collection of popular snacks for the festive season, from murukkus to kodbole.
    15 Savoury Snacks for the Festive season

    If you ever make any of these recipes, take a picture and share it by tagging @foodiejayashree on Instagram or @evergreendishes on Facebook. I will be glad to see and share your creation further.
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  • Fuss free recipes

    Fuss free recipes

    Life has gone a series of changes throughout the world and it will take sometime before things are back to normal. The best thing is to stay safe at home, prepare easy meals and enjoy the time with your loved ones. Make the best use of the time that you have. Learn a skill that you have been thinking or read that book that you wanted. Or simply, cook and enjoy the time with your children. Spend quality time with them, you might never get this time again.

    Here are some fuss free recipes from the blog. I have selected those keeping in minnd, the ingredients that one can possibly have at home. Feel free to browse the blog for more.

    Avalakki  Upkari : It is made using thin flattened rice. Give a try to this.

     

    avalakki upkari
    avalakki upkari

    Wada: Urad dal wadas are loved by all and now seems to be the perfect time to enjoy these Indian doughnuts.

    urad dal wada
    urad dal wada

    Aloo Puri : Bored of the usual cooking, make these puris.

    aloo puri

    Thepla, we love it and it is ideal for breakfast or lunch.

    Gujarati thepla, methi paratha
    Gujarati thepla, methi paratha

    Jowar dosa, a twist to the usual one.

    Jowar dosa
    Jowar dosa

    Neer Dosa, this is again another kind I love making. The good thing is it needs no fermentation.

    neer dosa
    neer dosa

    Masala Dosa : It is cherished by all South Indians and a dosa batter in the refrigerator saves a busy day.

    Masala Dosa
    Masala Dosa

    Potato and Pea Paratha : I bet you agree with me, this combination works likes a charm.

    potato and pea paratha
    potato and pea paratha

    Ragi Idli: No, this is not the instant version. It is fermented and super soft.

    Ragi Idli
    Ragi Idli

    Dahi Vada: This is ideal for summer, it is loved by both, kids and adults.

    Dahi Wada
    Dahi Vada

    Gundapongal: It is another popular dish that you can easily make anytime and serve, if you have the batter.

    gundapongal
    gundapongal

    Masala Bhat: I know we are in lockdown and getting all kinds of veggies is difficult. I have used potato, peas and capsicum.

    masala bhath
    masala bhath

    Spanish rice: If you have the ready sauce, you can make it in a jiffy.

    spanish rice
    spanish rice

    Spring onion and corn pulao: Something different to try for your weekend.

    spring onion and corn pulao
    spring onion and corn pulao

    Veg Pulav: This is such a life saver for me, I keep making it quite often.

    veg pulav
    veg pulav

    Lemon rice : When every other dish fails to appease me, this one lights up my day.

    lemon rice

    Corn and Peas Pulao : I always keep sweet corn kernels and green peas in my freezer, they can be used in many dishes.

    corn and peas pulao
    corn and peas pulao

    Spiced Yoghurt: This is a simple yet tasty dish that you can make in a few minutes.

    Spiced Yoghurt

    Dal with methi : It is a comfort food for me, I make it at least twice in a month.

    dal with methi

    Sambar : Ask any South Indian and they are happy with a rice and sambar along with a few roasted papad.

    sambar
    sambar

    Drumstick rasam : I love the flavour of this rasam.

    drumstick rasam
    drumstick rasam

    Authentic Chana Masala 

    chana masala

    Kafuli : This pairs good with any meal.

    Kafuli

    Alu Methi: It is no onion garlic recipe and can be easily made for lunch or dinner.

    alu methi
    alu methi

    Palak Tambli : A simple dish but it is a comfort food for many. It tastes good with hot steamed rice.

    palak tambli
    palak tambli

    Methi delight: It can be easily if you have fenugreek leaves at home.

    methi delight
    methi delight

    Happy Cooking ! Stay safe and healthy.

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    Fuss free recipes are essential to keep these days going, we are passing through a difficult phase but we shall soon overcome.
    Fuss Free Recipes

     

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  • Mango Treats / collection of mango recipes

    Mango Treats / collection of mango recipes

    A collection of mango recipes to enjoy the fruit till the last bite.

    Mango is the cherished fruit, it is the one fruit that the world loves the most. We dread summer but wait eagerly for the mango season, isn’t it?

    Some facts about mango:

    • It is the highest consumed fruit in a single day across the world.
    • There are more than 300 varieties of mango, they come in different shapes and colours as yellow, green and red.
    • They originated in India many years back.
    • Buddha sat under the mango tree for meditation.
    • Sending mangoes to friends and family members is considered as a gesture of good will and friendship.

    The best way to enjoy mango is by messing the hands and eating it. The next is by making Aamras, the pulp is extracted and sweetened if necessary with sugar or jaggery. It is usually served with puri but tastes good with chapati too.

    Many dishes are made using this fruit. Over the years, I have put many dishes that are not only tasty but easy to make also. Here are the sweets and side dishes you can enjoy, click on the title or picture for the recipe. Do let me know which you liked the most in the comment section below.

    Ambua is a sweet and sour dish from Himachal cuisine.

    ambua
    ambua



    Mumbazha Pulissery is a mango curry from Kerala cuisine. If you have not yet tried this one, it’s time you treat yourself to this one.Pair it with hot steamed rice.

    mambazha pulissery
    mambazha pulissery

    Mango Jam with Chia Seed, sounds good isn’t it? It has no added sugar or pectin.

    mango jam with chia seed
    mango jam with chia seed

    Banana, Mango and Oat Shake is a healthy twist to the usual mango milkshake.

    banana mango oat shake
    banana mango oat shake

    Mango Sheera is not to be missed during the season.

    mango sheera

    Chocolate streaked Mango Icecream is a perfect dessert to wind up your meal.

    chocolate streaked mango icecream
    chocolate streaked mango icecream

    Mango and Coconut Delight is a tasty fudge made with mango and coconut.

    mango and coconut delight
    mango and coconut delight

    Raw Mango Rice is a popular dish from South India. The tanginess of raw mango gives a fresh taste to it.

    raw mango rice
    raw mango rice

    Instant Mango Pickle makes a tasty accompaniment with any meal.

    instant mango pickle
    instant mango pickle

    Mango Parfait tastes amazing and is a guilt free dessert.

    mango parfait
    mango parfait

    Virgin Mango Mojito is a refreshing non-alcoholic drink

    virgin mango mojito
    virgin mango mojito

    Raw Mango Salad is a tasty snack to binge in the evening.

    raw mango salad
    raw mango salad

    Aam Ras is the ultimate sweet that one can enjoy anytime. 

    Aam Ras / Mavina Hannu Seekarne

     

     

     

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    sweet mango rice / amba bhaat
    sweet mango rice / amba bhaat

     

     

     

     

     

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  • 9 summer coolers | Drinks to indulge this summer

    9 summer coolers | Drinks to indulge this summer

    It’s April and the heat is blazing, here are nine summer coolers to indulge during this season. They are refreshing, healthy and easy to make. (more…)

  • 15 lunch box ideas

    15 lunch box ideas

    Preparing the lunch for the office or school is one of the prominent work that we have on daily basis. Oh! It is a dilemma to decide the dish  daily. This “X” dish does not taste good in the box, “Y”  dish is liked by one child, while the other detests, are some of the cribbings we often hear. Somehow, we have learnt to balance things.  Here are 15 lunch box ideas that you can use on a daily basis.  I usually packed chapati and sabzi. Rice had to be some kind of prepared dish, not the usual dal or rasam. Do take a peep below.

    Providing a good food to the family is our duty. They trust and eat whatever we provide. Make the right choices of what you give commonly to your children. Inculcate the habit to eat fruits on a daily basis, children need to be told many times.

    15 lunch box ideas
    15 lunch box ideas

    Here are a few recipes that you can pack for the lunch box.

    Sesame rice : Grind the paste and keep it in the refrigerator. Saute it and then mix along with prepared rice. It can be done in thirty minutes.

    sesame rice
    sesame rice

    Kadai Pulav

    This is one of the tastiest dishes you can make. Chop the veggies and store in the refrigerator, next day, just prepare it.

    kadai pulav
    kadai pulav

    Lemon rice

    This popular south indian dish can be packed for lunch box.Make it with or without onion.

    lemon rice
    lemon rice

    Jeera rice

    Jeera rice is versatile in its use. Pair it with some salad for a good lunch option.

    jeera rice
    jeera rice

    Chennai Idli 

    These idli are soft and supple, ideal to pack in the box.

    chennai idlis
    ideal breakfast

    Palak paneer 

    I find chapatis to be the best option, filling and healthy. This palak sabzi is liked by all.

    palak paneer
    palak paneer

    Vegetable Pulav

    Pulav can be prepared quickly, chop the veggies and store them in the refrigerator. It eases cooking in the morning.

    vegetable pulav
    vegetable pulav

    Spinach rice 

    If your kids love, then you can make this one.

    Spinach Rice
    Spinach Rice

    Methi Parathas

    Methi parathas do not need any accompaniments, only a pickle will do. They are tasty also.

    methi paratha
    methi paratha

    Spanish Rice

    Here is one kind of rice dish with chipotle adobado.

    spanish rice
    spanish rice

    Tomato rice

    The Indian version of Mexican rice, tomato rice too can be prepared.

    Tomato rice
    Tomato rice

    Alu Methi

    Potatoes are cherished at home in any form.

    alu methi
    alu methi

    Beans stirfry

    The simple south indian stir fry, pair it with chapati.

    green beans stirfry
    green beans stirfry

    Bandhakopir Torkari (Cabbage bengali style)

    This is bengali style cabbage stir fry, tastes good with chapati.

    Bandhakopir tarkari
    Bandhakopir tarkari

    Mint Paratha

    Mint paratha is another option that can be packed for the lunch box. It is mess free.

    mint paratha
    mint paratha

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  • Mega Diwali Collection

    Mega Diwali Collection

    Diwali is one of the important festivals that we celebrate. It is a festival which everyone looks forward to, four days of relaxation, festive atmosphere, array of sweets and savoury, pooja and celebrations with near and dear ones and not to miss the bursting of crackers! This year Diwali starts on October 17.

    I thought of making  a mega collection of sweets and savoury for Diwali. I approached my blogger friends on facebook and all were enthusiastic about it. Thankyou dear friends for your wonderful posts. This post would not have happened without your contribution. The collection consists of sweets for festive cooking, burfis and pedas to store in the box, cakes for the diwali party along with a few savoury dishes. I do know what to cook for the festive season.

     

    collage diwali 2017
    collage diwali 2017

    Click on the title or the picture for the recipe

     

    Basundi by Jayashree

    basundi
    basundi

     

    Moong Dal Halwa by Meera Giridhar

     

    Moong Dal Halwa
    Moong Dal Halwa

    Instant Rabri by Aanchal Arora 

    rabri
    rabri

    Rasmalai by Aruna Panangipally

    rasmalai
    rasmalai

    Bamboo rice payasam by Seema Doraiswamy Sriram

    bamboo rice payasam
    bamboo rice payasam

    Gurwale Chawal by Maria Nasir

    gurwale chawal
    gurwale chawal

    Munganey by Sandhya Nadkarni

    munganey
    munganey

    Peach Phirni by Poonam Bachav

    peach phirni
    peach phirni

    Rabri Malpua by Trupti Bhatt

    rabri malpua
    rabri malpua

    Meethe Chawal by Jolly Makkar

    meethe chawal
    meethe chawal

    Pista Gulkand Ladoo by Piyali

    pista gulkand ladoo
    pista gulkand ladoo

     

    Mysore Pak by Avin S Kohli

    Mysore pak
    Mysore pak

     

    Gujiya Bites by The Belly Rules the Mind

    Gujiya bites
    Gujiya bites

     

    Kesar Malai Peda by Jagruti Danecha

    Kesar malai peda
    Kesar malai peda

    Seven Cup Fudge by Jayashree

    seven cup burfi
    seven cup burfi

    Malai Cake by Sonia

    malai cake
    malai cake

    Chocolate Cupcake by Sarika Seth Gunjal

    Chocolate Cupcakes
    Chocolate Cupcakes

    Triple Chocolate Cake by Sonia Gupta

    triple chocolate cake
    triple chocolate cake

    Dharwad Peda by Parulz

    dharwad peda
    dharwad peda

    Little millet and walnut ladoo by Nalini Somayaji

    millet walnut ladoo
    millet walnut ladoo

    Chocolate Nankhatai by Poonam Bachhav

    chocolate nankhatai
    chocolate nankhatai

    Mango Almond Burfi by Sapna

    mango almond burfi
    mango almond burfi

    Nippattu by Jayashree

    nippattu
    nippattu

    Lauki Kofta Curry by Aanchal Gupta

    no onion garlic lauki kofta curry
    no onion garlic lauki kofta curry

    Vanilla, caramel and chocolate burfi by Jagruti Danecha

    Vanilla, caramel and chocolate burfi
    Vanilla, caramel and chocolate burfi

    No cook coconut gulkand modak by Sandhya

    Coconut gulkand modak
    Coconut gulkand modak

    Urad dal kachori by Swati

    Kachori
    Kachori

    Cherry chocolate kunafa tart by Afroz

    Chocolate Kunafa
    Chocolate Kunafa

    Amrit by Rajani

    Amrit by Rajani
    Amrit by Rajani

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  • Autumn harvest party !

     

    You are going to enjoy the wonderful contributions from my fellow blog friends. This is truly a dinner from across the miles, with bloggers from sunny L.A., and the Bay Area of California, Saginaw Michigan, Idaho,India, France, and British Columbia Canada.

    We look forward to having you join us in the venture that we have worked on for the past month. We hope you enjoy the beautiful dishes, the story of each of us, and the beautiful photography that brings it all together. We hope you enjoy our complete meal that all seven of us have been working on together. We will start out with a beautiful tablescape just perfect for you and your guests. Nothing makes a meal taste better than being seated at a carefully created place setting. You will enjoy the varied components of our meal, and finish with a warm and cozy dessert. Thank you for joining us, we hope you enjoy our first virtual dinner. We look forward to hearing from those of you who enjoy this creative meal.

    Autumn Harvest Tablescape:

    Hi my name is Sandra Garth.  I design tablescapes as well as dessert buffets.  I’ve been a cake decorator for over 25 years and also enjoy styling parties.  It’s a pleasure to meet you. I used warm autumn colors for this table that could easily last for the season. It’s fancy enough for a holiday and casual enough for everyday. The napkins and stemware could easily be swapped out if you become bored with the setting.

     

    http://www.aroundmytable.com/?p=2414        

     

    Gluten and Dairy Free Honey-Oat Rolls

    Hi all, my name is Laurie Barrie and I blog about all things gluten-free. I was diagnosed gluten intolerant at the age of two, so consider yourself somewhat lucky, there was really nothing edible on the market for the past 40 years! I chose to create a dinner roll recipe because everyone used to ooh & awe about my grandmother’s rolls that I could never eat. I think she would have approved of my gluten & dairy-free Honey-Oat Rolls.
    My blog name is http://www.glutenfreeyummy.com.

    http://www.glutenfreeyummy.com/gluten-dairy-f…oney-oat-rolls/ ‎ 

    Appie from Sarah

    I am delighted and excited and very happy to be part of this Autumn Harvest collaboration! My name is Sarah and I’m the French one here 😉 Since I also cooked a red Kuri squash and carrot pie for this Autumn Harvest collaboration, I suggest that you scroll down a bit if you would like to read more about me J

    http://thecookwhophotographedinenglish.tumblr.com/autumnharvestdinner

     

    Main Course: Gluten Free Stuffed Pork Roast  with a side of Crispy Roast Potatoes

    Welcome to our Autumn Harvest Virtual Dinner Party. My name is Cherie and I blog at www.cheriesforgetmenots.com. I have been blogging about a year and a half and am always learning new things as I go. I have a very restricted diet that I follow to help improve my health so I started blogging so that I could share my journey to good health and wellness. I have been diagnosed with celiac disease and also with multiple food allergies. This makes eating out very challenging so for me there is nothing better than a safely prepared home cooked meal. I usually end up having a salad when I am out as it is hard getting food that is not cross contaminated (but that is a blog by itself). In Autumn I find we start to cook comfort food again after a summer of light meals from the barbeque and garden. My contribution to this virtual dinner is gluten free stuffed pork roast and a side of crispy roasted potatoes. The stuffing is a blend of spinach, dates, apple, red onion and gluten free bacon. Who doesn’t love bacon?  Welcome and I hope you enjoy!

    Salad:  Fall Harvest Roasted Pear, Walnut and Kale Salad

    I’m the Page in the food blog, Tasting Page, and I have the good fortune of working out of sunny Los Angeles where we have access to a great selection of fresh fruits and vegetables all year round. I try and eat food that grows from the ground, instead of ingredients that come out of a box or off an assembly line. While fall in LA may not bringing much of a change of season, there is still a subtle shift as nights turn a little cooler and vegetables turn warmer to pumpkins and squash. I especially love when pears come into season. They’re so versatile. I like them in a morning smoothie, stuffed in a pie, or here I roasted them with just a little honey to round out a kale salad tossed with beautiful red walnuts. Enjoy during your Thanksgiving or fall celebration. For more real food recipes, connect with me on FacebookTwitterPinterest or Instagram.

    http://www.tastingpage.com/cooking/roasted-pear-walnut-and-kale-salad

     

    Kuri Squash Side

    I’m delighted to be part of this Autumn Harvest collaboration. I’m Sarah and I blog at The Cook who Photographed. I invent recipes, which are mostly vegan or vegetarian and gluten free. I try to feed myself with healthy organic foods, home grown or local grown foods and I never eat meat. I study intellectual property law along with being a food photographer. I love cooking too and all I wish is to communicate my passion for good and healthy food. I come from France, a country where food photography is not as popular as it is overseas. I work with StockFood and maybe some day, I’ll be able to host workshops and feed my family thanks to my passion.

    You can follow me onFacebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google +andTumblr(pretty much everywhere).

    Come and visit my blog. And don’t forget to feedback .

    http://thecookwhophotographedinenglish.tumblr.com/autumnharvestdinner

    Spinach Kofta:

    Spinach is one of the healthiest foods mentioned by the world health foods. It is rich in antioxidants and a store house of nutrients. It consists of Vitamin K, Vitamin A, manganese, iron and Vitamins B2 and B6. One needs to include it on a regular basis in their diet.
    About me:
    My name is Jayashree and I am an enthusiastic food blogger and recipe builder. I also writes articles,short stories and poems. My recipes can be read onwww.evergreendishes.com.
    I believe in living life to the fulles and amhappily married. I live with my family in India.

    https://evergreendishes.com/2014/10/19/spinach-kofta-curry

                                        

    Gluten Free Giant Pumpkin Skillet Cookie with Icing & Caramel Drizzle
    I am really excited to be a part of this Autumn Harvest collaboration. My name is Sandi and I blog over at Fearless Dining. My blog is all about gluten free recipes and safe dining. I started my blog because I was tired of getting sick when I dined out. Most doctors’ offices just don’t give you much detail about how to live gluten free and I had no idea how dangerous cross contamination could be. I started to call around to Bay Area restaurants and asked lots of questions about how they handle gluten free orders. Within just a few months, I had built up a database of over 645 Bay Area restaurants’ safe gluten handling procedures. I would love to connect via PinterestFacebookTwitter, Google+, or Instagram.

    http://www.fearlessdining.com/2014/10/17/autumn-harvest-dinner-party

     

    We really hope you have enjoyed our progressive dinner and hope you will join us again. We are thinking about our next group blog with something pertaining to Christmas. We are so glad you have joined us in reading our heartfelt menu. Thank you from

    Cherie, Sandi, Sandra, Kelly, Laurie, Jayashree, and Sarah