Happily Cooking

Skip to Recipe Though summer has bidden farewell, there is no reason to mourn, as autumn has made its appearance. The noise of the rustling leaves, the sound of the rain, and the incredible display of vibrant colors - nature gives us ample reasons to fall in love and appreciate the season. And above all, autumn evokes feelings of warmth, comfort, and coziness that we keep longing for in this world of constant chaos. The minute the air starts feeling crisp and the days start getting shorter, my body constantly craves food that keeps me warm and satisfied. The abundance of pumpkins at the grocery stores this time of the year inspired me to create a delicious, hearty, and comforting soup that perfectly displays the colors and flavors of fall. The Roasted Pumpkin and Carrot Soup is not only creamy, and flavorful, but it is also healthy. Pumpkin is rich in vitamin E, vitamin C, iron, and folate -all of which strengthen our immune sy...

Skip to Recipe It has been almost a month in our new home and we are still surrounded by towering walls of moving boxes. Daunted by the tasks of unpacking, cleaning, and organizing, I feel physically and emotionally spent and have to keep reminding myself to pause and breathe. Sorry to sound like a whiner, but I think I am not the only one who is going through this phase. I am a very impatient person in life, and as the impatient decorator rises within me, I feel the urge to get the whole house decorated right away. Sounds so unrealistic, isn't it? In reality, a home isn't crafted in a day, and just like the people living inside, it evolves over time. I think the care we put into a home over time makes it all the more beautiful and memorable! This week I have a created a healthier version of the Panda Express Orange Chicken that is a favorite among everyone. You can now savor the flavor of your favorite dish without all t...

Skip to Recipe After taking a brief hiatus from blogging, I am glad to be back and have a BIG NEWS to share. It has finally happened. After dreaming about it for years, we haved moved to our new house, a place that we can call our own. The minute we walked in, my mind was racing with a score of immediate tasks that brooked no delay. The last few weeks were massively stressful, and were all about packing and unpacking boxes and scrambling to put things away. But all the hassle of moving was balanced by the joy and elation of embarking on this new journey. With each passing day, we are trying to transform this place into our dream home and I am enjoying every step along the way! Though the sabbatical from blogging afforded me the time to settle into the new environment, I was itching to get to my normal routine and share some interesting recipes from my new kitchen! Salmon is a good source of protein and is rich in omega 3 fatty ...