Shubh Aarambh

The world is filled with different cuisines and various cultures. Every country has their own gastronomic variations; however, India is the only subcontinent which itself is an enterprise of cuisines. Every state and Union Territories has their own set of spices and method of cooking; and different stories related to each, making it hard to savor them all in a single life. Yet it takes an endeavor to get familiar with as much as possible is desired by all. Here The Pumpkins take such an initiative. The different flavors of the country (as well as abroad) are made available. India being the homeland we start with the blessings from her.

 The much one intends to travel through the paths of India the more one falls in love with its culture as well its food. By passing through the natural beauty of this country one can surely acknowledge the air that surrounds. There is variety in its physicality as well. The Himalayas form the royal crown, the green plateau its heart and Thar dessert adding to its beauty along with the residing exotic animals. Being a home to such magnificence surely India is truly magnanimous. The beauty however, lies in the eyes of the beholder which is fuelled by the inherent charisma of the object. What fascinates a visitor more is the amalgamation of different religions with their separate cultural aspects. This is what brings the various flavours together.

“Atithi Devo Bhava” or “Guest is God” and “Vasudeva Kutumbakam” or “The World is Our Family” welcomes all with open heart to explore the best of the country and be one of us.  Therefore, let’s start our first day with a sweet note as Indians say, “ Kuchh Shuru Karne Se Pehle Kuchh Meetha Ho Jaye” or “ to have something sweet before a holy beginning”.

There are arrays of various styles of Meetha or Sweets all ruling over the State. Some notable would be Rasogolla, Jalebi, Rabdi, Ghevar, Gur (jiggery), Payasam or Kheer, Halwa, Sorbet and the list goes on.

Then, why not prepare them on our own!!

I’ll share today with you the recipe of one of my favourite delicacy – Mishti Doi, the divine taste of Bengal

INGREDIENTS

Milk – 500ml

Sugar – 12gm

Yoghurt – 10gm

METHOD

1. Take a pan and boil the milk in it.
2. Lower the heat and add sugar and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes. ( make sure the pan is uncovered)
3. Remove the pan from heat and let it cool ( or till lukewarm)
4. Take a bowl and smear yoghurt to it.
5. Pour the milk in it and stir very well.
6. Cover the bowl and leave it overnight. Once the yoghurt sets put it in refrigerator.
7. Serve cold.

(May sprinkle nutmeg or cardamom powder on top)

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