Carrot Cupcakes Everyone seems to love Carrot Cake, what I also like about them is how wonderfully moist they are and how flavorful they taste. I love this Carrot Cupcake recipe because it's so easy to make. No mixer is required. The time consuming part is the grating of the fresh carrots. I have included applesauce in the cupcake batter which, along with the oil, makes these cupcakes so moist. But, if you like, you could use an equal amount of grated apple or even crushed pineapple. You can also add 1/2 cup (120 ml) of currants or raisins to the batter. Carrot Cakes became popular with the health food craze of the 1970s. There are many theories on the origin of this cake, some say it descended from the English's baked carrot puddings or European steamed carrot puddings. Others say it may have come from German carrot breads. Carrots were used in European sweet cakes since the Middle Ages when other sweeteners were hard to find or just too expensive. In fact, carrots, along
HERBAL CHIA TEA - FOR SORE THROAT & COLD
This Ayurvedic herbal mix is magic in your mug. Pepper,Cumin,Ajwain and fresh ginger gives the tea a spicy flavor with curry leaves adds extra aroma, while the honey adds warmth and sweetness to perfectly balance this blend. If sweet is your style, pour a cup of this satisfying tea any time of day, especially after a meal or when an evening snack is in order.
If you have holy basil / Tulsi at home, it makes a great addition both in terms of medicinal value and flavor to the tea.
The salt & lemon version is preferred by everyone in my family.
This will be perfect for monsoon/ winter seasons.
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HERBAL CHIA TEA - FOR SORE THROAT & COLD
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Add a boost to your day with this refreshing and tasty tea,anytime in your day. This beverage is packed with health benefits!
Author: Shalini
Recipe type: Tea
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 1 servings
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup crudely sliced ginger
- 6-7 curry leaves
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp ajwain seeds
- 1/2 tsp of whole black pepper
- 5-6 cups of water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a pot and let the water reach a boil.
- Set the heat on medium until the water level reduces to about 2/3rd.
- Pour into a tea cup and serve without straining, this can be served two ways:
- With a tsp of honey and a dollop of milk.
- With a pinch of salt and a dash of lemon juice.
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