Tuna Sandwich

Ingredients

• Tuna, drained and flaked – 1 can , 5/6 oz
• Shredded cheese – 1/3
• Mayonnaise – 2 tbsp
• Sour Creme – 2 tbsp
• Salt to taste
• Pepper powder – 1/2 tsp
• Bread ( whole wheat/white ) – 6
• Butter

Yield : 6 halves

Method

1. In a bowl, combine tuna , cheese, mayonnaise, sour creme , salt and pepper, mix well.
2. Spread the mixture on 3 bread slices. Top with remaining bread.
3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add butter. When the butter melts, place sandwiches in the pan and cook until toasted and golden brown on each side. 

Palak Dal (Red lentil with Spinach)

Ingredients

• Masoor Dal – 1/2 cup , washed
• Spinach or Palak chopped – 2 cup
• Ghee or Oil – 2 tbsp
• Cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
• Dry red Chili – 2/3
• Onion , chopped – 1 medium
• Ginger-Garlic Paste – 1 tbsp
• Tomato large, chopped – 1
• Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp
• Red chili Powder – 1 tsp
• Salt to taste
• Water
• Mix Vegetable – 1/2-2/3 cup (optional)

Method

1. In a heavy bottom sauce pan cook the masoor dal along with the water, turmeric for 25-30 minutes over a medium heat. Set aside.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and dry red chilies.
3. When they starts to sizzle ddd onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until soft. Next, add the garlic and ginger paste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder , chili powder, salt, and cook until the tomatoes become soft, stirring regularly.
5. Add the chopped spinach and continue to cook on a low-medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Stir frequently to make sure it does not stick to the bottom of the pan.
6. Add chopped vegetables (optional).
7. Add the cooked lentil , cover and cook for another 7-10 minutes. Add water if necessary. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
8. Serve with rice or roti.