Cooking Made Easy

The book is meant for the beginners, particularly those who are clueless about cooking. It is also for people who are fed up of eating out all the time and for working bachelors who like to eat out everyday but cannot afford to! And also for the smart working woman who is not yet smart in cooking. Unlike other cookery books dealing only with recipes, this book also teaches the aspiring cooks how to identify the ingredients and recognise the importance of a pleasing presentation. It imparts tips on healthy habits. It also explains the significance of herbs, nuts and sprouts, which are healthy and nutritious. On the lighter side, readers are told about some funny food facts and interesting definitions and expressions on eating and cuisine. An exclusive chapter on microwave ovens dispels any lingering concerns the readers might have about their so-called harmful effects. Read this book once and food will never taste bland ever again! Some Glimpses: *Identifying the ingredients: What are cereals, pulses, dairy products etc. *Tips on Healthy Habits: Eat fresh, not fried...Calorie Count...Be fit, not fat *Cooking Queries: What is Sabudana?...How to check the quality of a chicken...What is Spaghetti? *Recipes: Egg Pranthas...Mutton-Do-Pyaza...Sardine Fish Curry...Carrot Milk...Banana Honey Shake.

Contents:

Preface

1. Identifying the Ingredients

2. Understanding Methods and Measurements

3. A Pleasing Presentation: Sight, Aroma and Taste

4. The Need for Nutrients

5. Some Tips on Healthy Habits

6. Tips and Tricks

7. Healthy Herbs

8. Nutritious Nuts

9. The Amazing Strength of Sprouts

10. Funny Food Facts

11. Myths & Facts About Microwave Ovens

12. Cooking Queries

13. Deft Definitions

14. Eating Expressions

15. Recipes to Relish

16. Sippable Soups

17. Sumptuous Cereals

18. Delectable Dals

19. Varied Vegetables

20. Magic Mushrooms

21. Greens Galore

22. Succulent Salads

23. Pick of the Chicks

24. Energising Eggs

25. Mouth-watering Meat

26. The Finest of Fish

27. Sweets to Savour

28. Delicious Desserts

29. Some Super Snacks.