Aloo Palak w/ Cumin & Mustard Seeds

Aloo Palak w/ Cumin & Mustard Seeds

I always make a point to cook special Monday night meals. Mostly because it helps start the week off right. Also because I get lazy on the weekends, I don’t cook much, and once the week starts I’m ready to get going again. This recipe for Aloo Palak — potatoes and spinach — is comforting, nourishing, and extremely simple to whip up, even after a long day at work.

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Roasted Garam Masala Spice Blend

 Roasted Garam Masala Spice Blend

Spice blending is my life! Roasting spices whole releases their flavour and wellness benefits. Why buy some Garam Masala flavoured dust from the grocery store when you can awaken all of your senses with this rich, fragrant DIY blend? Impress your friends with this super simple Garam Masala from scratch!

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Panch Puran - Bengali Style Spice Mix !

Panch Puran -  Bengali Style Spice Mix !

Ah blending spices! Is there anything more delightfully satisfying? Doubtful. Panch Puran / Panch Phoron is a North East Indian/Bangladeshi/Nepali style mix of 5 whole spices. This blend will not only give your curries and dals deep and layered flavours, but each seed offers a range of feel-good benefits. 

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Roasted and Spiced: Chickpeas and Cauliflower

Roasted and Spiced: Chickpeas and Cauliflower

Cauliflower is both meaty and creamy making it one of the most perfect vegetables. Roasting cauliflower is easily the most delicious way to enjoy this versatile veggie.   This simple and easy to make dish is LOADED with dynamic spicy flavours, all roasted and to perfection.

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Egyptian Dukkah Spice Mix

Egyptian Dukkah Spice Mix

Dukkah is a Middle Eastern type of "savoury granola". It's made from roasted hazelnuts, and an assortment of different seeds and spices. It got an intoxicating aroma and can be used so many ways; sprinkled on yogurt or salads, as a seasoning for fish or roast vegetables or spooned over hummus! 

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