Goodbye 2016

Doesn’t time really fly by?

2016 surely went by quickly. It was quite eventful for me.

• We moved in our newly built home. It’s been a year but I am still not completely done decorating and finding the right furniture for the house.
• We were able to take three planned vacations this year to Phoniex, San Francisco and Italy.
• In the summer my sister and her family flew from India and stayed with us for a month.
• I became a Google Create and Create India member. “Google Create”  is a place of people from all around the world with varied talents and interests . You can be part of this unique program too.  Read this post to meet the requirements.
• Blog wise, I am happy that friends and readers are trying out and enjoying my recipes.
• My blog was ranked among the best 100 gluten free blogs.  It would not have been possible without the support of my readers, through their comments and appreciation on social networking sites. I am immensely grateful.
• Azlin Bloor included my Tandoori gobhi recipe in her Foodies Christmas e book. It is a collection of recipes from around the world by foodies+ members. This book will probably be the best gift you can give to your friends for Christmas or just keep  for yourself. All proceeds are going to Action Against Hunger, so don’t miss a chance to help out

 

 

As you read this post I am on my way to India for my niece’s wedding, so it’s going to be a bit quiet around here until after the new year. We did not expect to be going but this is the first marriage in the family on my husband’s side. Being an elder son and daughter in law, our presence was important in this joyous occasion.

So no recipe today. But don’t worry though, I have compiled a list of 20 posts that were most viewed on my blog in 2016.

Tricolor Cupcakes – These vanilla cupcakes with three colors are a perfect treat for any celebration. I had fun making them for my friend’s daughter!

 

 

Gluten free white flour chapati – This is a gluten free substitute for a wheat roti. I am using this flour mix since 2009 for making rotis, parathas and pooris.

 

 

Chicken Tandoori – Stunning grilled chicken with tandoori spice marinade!

 

 

Cinnamon Raisin Bread – Simply healthy and delicious gluten-free raisin bread, good for breakfast!

 

 

Curried Chicken Pizza –  An eggless gluten free pizza crust, topped with curry chicken and kale, a wonderful combination, that is more delicious than you can imagine.

 

 

Besan ladoo – It is a must have sweet in my home for all festive occasions!

 

 

Red Velvet Cherry Cake Roll – Not only does this cherry cake roll looks great, its a wonderful combination of flavors!

 

 

Gluten free panettone – A traditional Italian sweet bread with gluten free flour. I make this every year now!

 

 

Kadai Paneer – A spicy and mouthwatering combination of bell peppers and paneer!

 

 

Kale Ginger Margarita – This is my husband’s recipe, perfect for parties or any day really!

 

 

Homemade Granola  – This easy to make granola is packed with nuts and seeds and sweetened with maple syrup!

 

 

Eggless Sorghum Crepes – Crispy, coconut-y, egg less sorghum crepes for a savory and sweet filling!

 

 

Fruit Flan – This is a perfect cake for summer as it is light and refreshing and full of fruity goodness!

 

 

Linzer Cookies – Pretty and delicious jam filled cookies!

 

 

Aloo Samosa – A crispy and triangular shaped pastry shells with a traditional potato and pea filling!

 

 

Caramelized Onion & Herbed Ricotta Tart – Rice crusted tart with sweet caramelized onions, tart tomatoes, fresh basil and creamy ricotta!

 

 

The Hearty Summer Salad – I love salads and this one is amazing, it has wholesome sorghum, fresh green chickpeas and great flavors!

 

 

Jhat Pat Masala Noodles – A convenient and  healthy recipe for those times when you don’t really want to bother with cooking.

 

 

 Lemon Strawberry Roulade – One of my first cake recipe, light and heavenly with delicious fruit and cream!

 

 

Cream of Lambs quarter Soup – Vibrant green, velvety soup made with lambsquater, red lentil and sweet potato!

 

 

That wraps up the popular posts of all time. Wish you all a very happy and fun filled New Year and thanks for being part of the Simpleglutenfreekitchen in 2016.

See you in 2017!

 

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