_________________I am Mrs. Kalpana Mhaske, a Home-Maker, from the city of 52-Gates, one of the famous heritage- destination of the world- Ajanta - Ellora Caves, Bibi-Ka- Maqbara (The Taj of Deccan) and Deogiri Fort. i.e. AURANGABAD. I admire cooking - tryout and innovate different cuisines. Basically, both of my gorgeous daughters are foodie, they have always encouraged me in the kitchen and forced to carve a Food Blog, that’s why, I am happy to share the makings with you. I am an artist too. Painting – especially, Canvas-Painting is my one more hobby. In total - Ours is an ART-FAMILY, my husband is an Architect. In the end, I keep the same belief with Louise Fresco - “ Food, in the end, in our own tradition, is something holy. It's not about nutrients and calories. It's about sharing. It’s about honesty. it’s about identity ”

Monday 23 May 2016

PINEAPPLE RAITA



Pineapple raita, a perfect blend of fresh ripe pineapple and creamy yogurt, is an instant and yummy Indian dip. Pineapple is one of the nature’s greatest gift to us and this raita is one of the many ways to enjoy this gift. It is perfect sweet and sour accompaniment its own. Pineapple raita is a cooling and refreshing side dish for any meal; it is a perfect blend of pineapple chunks and creamy yogurt.


INGREDIENTS:
½ Cup Chopped Fresh Pineapple
1 Cup Thick Curd Chilled
1 tablespoon Sugar [as per taste]
Salt as required
Black Pepper Powder [optional]
Some Cherries for garnishing

METHOD:
 STEP1 – Take curd in a bowl and add sugar and salt to it and mix well. Beat it until smooth.
STEP 2 – Add chopped fresh pineapple pieces, mix well.
STEP 3 – Transfer it to individual serving bowls and garnish with cherries and serve chilled .


Serve chilled pineapple raita as an accompaniment with your favourite meal. Serve it with any spicy rice dish like biryani /vegetable pulao or as a sidedish.

NOTE: You can avoid sugar if you don’t like sweet taste.
             You can use canned pineapple for this dessert.  

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