Indian Spiced Potato Patties

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[Photo Credit] This a a great recipe that is easy to make and to vary. Similar to latkes but with a different taste. Can be a snack by itself, served with chutney or even ketchup, a part of a brunch, or a side dish. The hot tip is soaking the potatoes first…

Feta & Cilantro Egg White Omelet

The finished omelet shown here with a whole wheat english muffin and a dollop of mint chutney.

Above: The finished omelet shown here with a whole wheat english muffin and a dollop of mint chutney. As much as I love to cook and am knowledgeable about food, it still seems like it is a constant struggle to eat as healthy as possible while getting enough protein. The best way…

No Refrigeration Needed

For some reason this image make me feel like it could be India

Above: For some reason this image make me feel like it could be India Travel Journal, Dominican Republic: Monday, Dec. 5, 2011 In the morning we first talk business. Karan has had tons of calls for hair yet he has no hair left to sell. The potential of the business if very…

Beautiful Yet Maddening

India: Beautiful yet Maddening

Travel Journal, Dominican Republic: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011 We wake and Karan sees that there is a message on his iPod. It is from the guy in India that he buys hair from for his business. Before I left, I wired money for Karan to India — he sends money to me…

Curried Lentil Soup

Lentils are super healthy and lowfat

Lentil soup is a great winter meal. Lentils are a staple in India and they believe that eating them helps rid the body of fats.  Lentil soup can be made creamy like split pea or more liquid can be added to make it brothy. Shown here served with chopped cilantro and a…