Red bell pepper

Autumn is here!!  I love to see fall colors all over my neighborhood.  I love going to farmers market this time of year. I love picking up a basket full of red,green and yellow peppers which which range from hot to very hot to taste.Bell peppers are very versatile and can be used in different ways.  Here is  a quick very easy recipe. If you want treat for your taste buds with peppers. 

Preparation Time: 5 minutes.

Cooking Level :  Very Easy

                                                                                                                     

Red bell pepper

AO = Antioxidant

DF = Dairy Free

GF = Gluten Free

HF = High Fiber

HP = High Protein

J = Jain

LS = Low Sugar

V= Vegan

Ingredients:
2 Red bell pepper chopped without the core
1/4 tsp turmeric
1 tsp Coriander powder
1 tsp Cumin powder
1/4 tsp Chili powder
1/4 tsp Ajwain seeds or Thyme optional
1 tsp  Oil of your choice
1 tsp dry mango powder aka Amchur Powder or lemon juice to taste
Salt to taste
Preparation: 
1. In a wok add oil on medium heat.
2. Add bell peppers and stir fry
3. Add all the spices.
3.Let it sizzle for two minutes ,cover and turn off the heat.

Ready to serve with Roti,  rice or use it as condiment. Other favourite recipes are Tomato and red bell Pepper soup, Thai curry, and Vegetable lasagna. Red bell pepper has a unique flavor and sweetness. One can use any pepper but the red one has a unique taste to it. Enjoy!!

Spaghetti squash

There are many different types of squash, some of which are common, and some are harder to find. Spaghetti squash is a little harder to find than some other types of squash. .I have never seen this squash in the supermarket. spaghetti squash has a mild flavor and when combined with some simple ingredients, it's extremely tasty. This squash can be hard to find, but I was lucky enough to have a neighbor who grows it; she gave me some.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Spaghetti Squash

Bake time: 20-30 minutes
Serves:  2-3

Level: very easy recipe

Recipe type: AO = Antioxidant ,
DF = Dairy Free,
GF = Gluten Free,
HF = High Fiber, 
 J = Jain,
 LS = Low Sugar
 V Vegan
Ingredients: one spaghetti squash

sea salt and cracked pepper to taste or cinnamon and sugar

Directions: cut the squash into 2 pieces. Apply oil all over the squash so it cooks evenly. 

Once it cooks take a fork and peel the squash - it will break apart into spaghetti strands. 
Garnish with salt,pepper and lemon.
or Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar for a unique great taste. 
Enjoy the goodness of fresh flavourful food naturally.

Tips:  Cut into 4 pieces to make it easy to bake in a toaster oven. Try  Indian spices like curry masala for a different flavor.
I would be very happy to learn different squash recipes from my readers. Please feel free to comment.