There are few desserts as rich and delicious as cheesecake. Personally, I prefer cookies, but Piyush–who swears he does not like sweets!–is definitely a “cheesecake man.” In fact, he likes it so much that it’s all he wanted for Christmas. No presents, just cheesecake. Heck, that’s easy enough! I first made this particular cheesecake during […]
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Gajar Halwa: Indian Sweet Carrot “Pudding”
This post has been a long time coming. I’ve started writing it (what seems like) a million times, but no matter how hard I’ve tried to finish…it just wasn’t happening. The phone would ring. A time sensitive email would show up in my inbox. Piyush would want the laptop to practice Chess–he’s a competitive player, […]
Pohe: A Maharashtrian Rice Snack (Vegan!)
Allow me to introduce you to one of my absolute favorite Indian dishes, Pohe! Since Pohe is traditionally made and served in the west of India–specifically around Maharashtra– it’s not something most Bengali families would grow up eating. Luckily for me (and you all!), Maa (my mother-in-law) learned to cook Pohe while Baba (father-in-law) worked […]
Easy Indian Spiced Shrimp with Garlic and Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
I hope everyone had a safe and wonderful time celebrating the New Year! 2012 was a pretty good year for Piyush and I; and I’m so excited to see what 2013 has in store for us! I’m also stoked (yes, I said “stoked!”) about what’s in store for My Fancy Pantry in 2013! Thank you […]
Chicken Sausage, Pesto and Gruyere Croissant Rolls…and a Giveaway!
Giveaway is now over! Sadly, I didn’t get a response from Emily R. before the Jan. 2 deadline, so I have to pick a new winner. Emily, if you read this…send me a message! I can’t send you the sausages, but I’d love to send you a little something else! New winner: Congratulations to commenter […]
Roasted Pumpkin, Sausage and Sage Risotto with Gruyere
I’ve been a little preoccupied lately. I have no excuses, and can’t even give a good reason why my blog hasn’t been regularly updated. After all, I have been cooking. I guess I just needed a break. Now that the weather is changing, my yard has been (partially) cleaned up, and there’s a slight chill […]
Roasted Pumpkin, Sausage and Sage Risotto with Gruyere
I’ve been a little preoccupied lately. I have no excuses, and can’t even give a good reason why my blog hasn’t been regularly updated. After all, I have been cooking. I guess I just needed a break. Now that the weather is changing, my yard has been (partially) cleaned up, and there’s a slight chill […]
Gulab Jamuns and Kala Jamuns: Indian Sweet Success!
Whoa! I haven’t blogged for over a week! I had quite a few posts started, but I just couldn’t find the motivation (or the time!) to complete them. But really, if I’m being honest, it’s probably mostly because I just wanted a break from the computer…and the kitchen. If you’re a regular reader of my […]
Home-Style Chicken Masala (Indian-Spiced Chicken Stew)
It’s no secret that I love Indian food. Love may even be an understatement. Truthfully, I am obsessed with the cuisine! Sure, I enjoy the typical restaurant fare: chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, and even heaps of naan slathered with ghee (clarified butter). Yes, I admitted it. I love ghee. But, that’s not the point…(**quickly […]
Gulab Jamuns: Trial #1
I enjoy most Indian sweets. Especially kala jumuns! …but to make a proper kala jumun–blackened gulab jamuns–I have to first figure out how to make a basic gulab jamun. Gulab jamuns could be described as lightly spiced donut holes which have been soaked in a fragrant, sweet sugar syrup. They’re quite good, and can be served […]