Guest Post : Date and Orange Quick Bread for Henna of My Ninja Naan

It's a pleasure to be guest posting today for my sweetest friend Henna of My Ninja Naan who has always been so kind and supportive to me. I absolutely love her site and all the delicious recipes she shares. She did a guest post for me last year and shared her Mom's recipe " Memon Kababs " that was simply fantastic :)

I'm sharing a quick bread recipe that is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea or even as a dessert. Thank you so much Henna for giving me this lovely opportunity to share a recipe with your readers.

To check out the recipe, please head on over to " My Ninja Naan " . Don't forget to leave some sweet comments :)


Thank you for stopping by. Hope you enjoy the recipe!!!

Orange Currant-Raisin Muffin

Orange Currant-Raisin Muffin ... Muffins made with orange zest, currants, raisins and fresh orange juice. These delicious muffins with a refreshing orange flavor, are perfect for breakfast, snacks or even dessert :)


Orange Currant-Raisin Muffin
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Makes : 6 muffins


Ingredients :

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• Pinch of salt

Kaleji Gurday Masala ( Mutton Liver Kidney Curry )

Kaleji Gurday Masala ( Mutton Liver Kidney Curry ) ... Mutton liver and kidney, cooked together in onion and yogurt based curry. This delicious curry is specially prepared on Eid-ul-Adha, after qurbani ( animal sacrifice ) and is served as a breakfast / brunch with roti or Naan.


Kaleji Gurday Masala ( Mutton Liver Kidney Curry )
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Ingredients :

For Boiling :

• 1 kg.  Mutton liver and kidney ( kaleji gurday )
• 1 tsp.  ginger garlic paste

For Curry :

Christmas Tree Fruit Cake ( In a Sandwich-maker )

Christmas Tree Fruit Cake ( In a Sandwich-maker ) ... How about some quick fruit cakes for this Christmas! These little triangle cakes, made in a sandwich maker, are a great option for last-minute Christmas cake.


Christmas Tree Fruit Cake ( In a Sandwich-maker )
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Makes : 8


Ingredients :

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup caster sugar
• 1 egg

Apple Raisin Muffins with Caramel Drizzle

Apple Raisin Muffins with Caramel Drizzle ... Moist, healthy and yummy muffins with apple chunks and raisins; drizzled with an easy caramel glaze.


Apple Raisin Muffins with Caramel Drizzle
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Makes : 8 muffins

Ingredients :

For Muffins :

• 1 apple ( about 3/4 cup, peeled, cored and chopped )
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 2 tsp.  lemon juice
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

Strawberry Glazed Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast ) : 3rd Blogoversary

Strawberry Glazed Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast ) ... Homemade fried cake doughnuts ( or donuts ) without yeast, with a pink strawberry glaze and topped with colored sprinkles.

I'm extremely excited to celebrate the 3rd blogoversary of " Simply Sweet 'n Savory " today. Since starting this blog in November 2010, it has been a magical journey for me so far. Thanks to you all, I have enjoyed every moment of these past 3 years. I can't thank you enough for taking the time to visit my blog, liking my posts and leaving such nice comments that brighten my day. Hope you continue to visit here and enjoy the recipes from my kitchen :)


Strawberry Glazed Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast )
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Makes : 12 large or 16 medium sized doughnuts


Ingredients :

For Doughnuts :

• 288 gm.  plain flour
• 1 1/2 tsp.  baking powder
• 1/8 tsp.  salt

Banana Peanut Chocolate Chip Muffins

Banana Peanut Chocolate Chip Muffins ... Soft and moist muffins with banana, peanuts and chocolate chips.

Banana Peanut Chocolate Chip Muffins
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Makes : 12


Ingredients :

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 tsp.  baking soda
• 1/8 tsp.  salt

Lemon Glazed Peach Muffins

Lemon Glazed Peach Muffins ... Fresh peaches and lemon make these muffins delicious and full of flavor.


Lemon Glazed Peach Muffins
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Makes : 8 muffins

Ingredients :

For Muffins :

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup caster sugar

Baked Chicken Rolls or Buns ( No Yeast )

Baked Chicken Rolls or Buns ( No Yeast ) ... Quick rolls or buns made with baking powder instead of yeast that requires no kneading. These delicious stuffed rolls are great for breakfast or as a snack.


Baked Chicken Rolls or Buns ( No Yeast )
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Makes : 8 rolls or buns


Ingredients :

Dough :

• 2 cup plain flour
• 2 1/2 tsp.  baking powder

Guest Post: Chicken Kachori for Lubna of Yummy Food

My very first guest post ... It's truly an honor for me to be guest posting today at Yummy Food .

I was so excited when one of my favorite food blogger, Lubna of Yummy Food asked me for a guest post. I've always drooled over her delicious posts and beautiful clicks. Lubna is hosting a Ramadan event " Joy From Fasting To Feasting – VI " where Muslim food bloggers from around the world will share their favorite Ramadan recipes.

I’m sharing a delicious Chicken Kachori recipe for her blog. These are fried flaky pastries stuffed with cooked meat ( chicken, mutton or beef ), served as tea time snacks.

Please join me over at "Yummy Food", do check out the recipe and share your thoughts :)

Thank you so much Lubna for this lovely opportunity to guest post on your blog, feel honored :)


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Thank you for stopping by. Hope you enjoy the recipe!!!

Ramadan Kareem : Creamy Date Smoothie

Creamy Date Smoothie ... A healthy, delicious and nutritious breakfast drink! This creamy and thick smoothie is perfect for Iftar or Sehri to get an extra boost of energy in Ramadan.

RAMADAN KAREEM to all the Muslims around the world!
May Allah accept our prayers and shower His countless blessings upon us in this holy month!
Have a blessed Ramadan!

Chocolate Coated Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast )

Chocolate Coated Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast ) ... I love making cake donuts! Homemade fried cake doughnuts ( or donuts) without yeast which are much easier and quicker than yeast-based fried doughnuts. I've been using this recipe for several years, but then came across this recipe through a cooking show. Now these are my favorite, crispy crust and soft, almost cake-like texture inside.


Chocolate Coated Cake Doughnuts ( No Yeast )
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Makes : 12 large or 16 medium sized doughnuts

Ingredients :

• 288 gm.  plain flour
• 1 1/2 tsp.  baking powder
• 1/8 tsp.  salt

Strawberry Muffins

Strawberry Muffins ... These healthy, moist and delicious muffins are made with fresh strawberries. Serve warm with a cup of tea.

Strawberry Muffins

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Makes : 8 muffins 

Ingredients :

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup caster sugar

Almond Raisin Tea Time Cupcakes and a Blogging Break

Almond Raisin Tea Time Cupcakes  ... These little cakes / cupcakes with almonds and raisins make a delicious treat for teatime.

I'm going to take a a month-long blogging break to visit family. Hope to catch up with you all when I get back home. In the meantime, take a look at my older posts and enjoy your time here!

Almond Raisin Tea Time Cupcakes
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Makes : 10 - 12


Ingredients :

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup castor sugar

Almond Cake Rusk

Almond Cake Rusk ... Cake rusk is a double baked cake made from oil / butter, sugar, eggs, plain flour, baking powder and flavorings. They are made by first baking a cake, slicing into bars / strips and then drying in the oven on low heat until crispy. These delicious crispy bars with a touch of almonds are perfect for breakfast or as a teatime snack with a cup of tea or coffee.


Almond Cake Rusk
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Makes : about 24 slices / bars


Ingredients :

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp.  baking powder
• 1/2 cup oil or butter, softened

Almond Biscotti

Almond Biscotti ... Biscotti are twice-baked biscuits of Italian origin. They are oblong-shaped almond biscuits, baked twice to make them dry and crunchy. They are only slightly sweet with a nutty taste and crunchy texture. Biscotti are usually served with hot coffee and espresso drinks. It can be served as a light breakfast, snack or even dessert.

Tutti Frutti Loaf Cake

Tutti Frutti Loaf Cake ... A slice of this loaf cake is perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea.

Tutti Frutti Loaf Cake
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Serves : 6 - 8

Ingredients :

• 6 oz.  all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp.  baking powder

Mini Fruit Cakes

Mini Fruit Cakes ... These mini cakes are filled with fruits, nuts and chocolate. You can add or subtract fruits / nuts to suit your taste. Simple to make, yet so delicious!


Mini Fruit Cakes
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Makes : 36 mini cakes

Ingredients :

• 1/3 cup butter, softened
• 1/3 cup castor sugar
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 egg

Chicken Vegetable Toasted Sandwich

Chicken Vegetable Toasted Sandwich ... Toasted bread sandwiches stuffed with a delicious chicken and vegetables filling. Start your day with this wholesome and healthy sandwich, serve as a snack or as a light meal.


Chicken Vegetable Toasted Sandwich
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Ingredients :

For Filling :

• 1 cup peeled and grated carrot
• 1 cup chopped spring onions, green part only
• 1 cup finely shredded cabbage

Strawberry Jam Cake Squares

Strawberry Jam Cake Squares ... Simple & easy to make cake squares, drizzled with jam and topped with almonds. Feel free to use any jam you like. I used my favorite homemade strawberry jam. Enjoy as breakfast, afternoon tea or as a dessert.

Strawberry Jam Cake Squares 
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