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Master Chef-Approved Tips to Cook & Store Brown Rice

When it comes to cooking the brown rice perfectly, most of the Indians can go wrong with even the best of brown rice brands. While some might complain that it turned out too mushy or too chewy or undercooked; there are several ways to cook brown rice perfectly by different cooking methods. There are certain tips even the Michelin Star Chefs swear by to cook the brown rice perfectly. Although it is largely on the cooking method you adopt, selecting brown rice from the best of brown rice brands can actually make or break the picture. If you’re wondering which brown rice is best in India, let me tell you that I am a loyal patron of Daawat Brown Basmati Rice for years and can vouch for its long grains, amazing flavour, aroma, and delightful taste. How to Cook Brown Rice in Pressure Cooker? No matter what brown rice brand you choose, it’s extremely important to soak the brown rice for few hours and minimum of one hour in boiling hot water. Rice to water ratio in case of cookin

Delicious Vegetarian Recipes for Potlucks & Picnics

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Winter is the season to go on picnics and potlucks. This is the time to gather your friends around, soak in the winter sun, and indulge in some delicious food. Whether it’s a potluck, a picnic or a casual brunch, here’s our collection of some delicious party snacks. These recipes are vegetarian, healthy and made with wholesome ingredients. Check out these quick and easy recipes that can be carried in a picnic basket: • Bruschetta with Cheese & Tomatoes: Drizzle some olive oil on crusty baguette slices and grill for 2 minutes. Chop some cherry tomatoes and thinly slice some basil leaves. Arrange the tomatoes, bocconcini, and basil on top of the crostini. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.    • Veggie Kebabs: Start with chopping thick slices of capsicum, onion, cottage cheese, tomato, and mushroom. Stack the veggies into bamboo skewers. Brush some chili oil. Grill in a hot grill pan until cooked. Serve hot with some yogurt & mint dip. • Spicy Veg Sushi: This