Geetha's Kitchen

Pursuit of happiness is our unalienable right; but how can we achieve it?  Here is my quick summary of what we can do to achieve our goal based on  an article  I read recently. 10 amazingly simple things you can do to increase your happiness quotient :) 1.   Regular e xercise – even a little can make a difference with countless benefits! 2.   Adequate  Sleep – in addition to all the other benefits including recharging, recovery, and relaxation, it also helps us be happy and more positive. 3.   Li ve close to work – the stress of long commute builds up; better job, higher pay or bigger home just don’t make up for the daily drag. 4.   Schedule time with family and friends – ultimately, the important things that matter in life are our relationships with others. 5.   Commune with Mother Nature – natural environments like the forests, beaches, mountains, gardens, etc are the best for maximum happiness; so get your 20 minutes...

Almond Butter Wow, talk about easy! Making almond butter is not only very easy, it is also economical. I use purchased roasted nuts for ease of preparation; but the nuts may be roasted at home in a skillet or in the oven. And since the roasted nuts are already salted, I do not add any additional salt.  If you prefer an unsalted product, by all means use unsalted roasted or raw nuts. I make small quantities to keep it fresh. I love almond butter just as it is and do not add anything else; but if you like, you may add cardamom or cinnamon for a bit of spice. Dates or raisins may also be added to make a sweet spread. Add spices or dried fruits to the food processor after the almonds have turned into butter and process a little longer until you have a uniform butter. I use the food processor to make the nut butters as I can scrape out every bit of it out (versus the blender) and it is so easy to clean too. Note:  This process takes about 15 minutes; at first it might...