Upma is one of the most popular dishes in South Indian cuisine. Best enjoyed in states like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, Upma can be made quickly at home. While it is traditionally enjoyed with suji or semolina, there have been several innovations in this dish. One of the most popular innovations is Bread Upma that’s prepared with leftover or stale bread. This upma is also known as Bread Usli (in Konkani) and brings comfort in a single bowl. For those looking to upgrade this upma recipe, they can add vegetables of their own choice such as carrots, onions, peas, and capsicum etc. The use of spices, green chillies, curry leaves, and ginger gives the recipe a tantalising aroma. It uses pantry-staple ingredients readily available in the kitchen and can be prepared in 15 minutes, making it the best option for your kids' lunch boxes. Additionally, it is ideal for busy days when you are looking for fuss-free and tasty recipes. Pairing your bread upma recipe with masala chai is the best combination for your evening snack and breakfast.

Ragi koozh is a soft, smooth porridge made of finger millet flour, which is one of the easiest first foods to give your baby. It is a simple dish that has been prepared by South Indian mothers and grandmothers for generations. Lovely for breakfast or as a weaning food, it's light on the tummy, tasty and will keep babies full for hours. It only takes 10 minutes to make this ragi recipe at home. First, make a smooth ragi paste without lumps by mixing it with a little water. Homemade and sprouted ragi flour that has been ground and roasted lightly is better for babies, as it is easier to digest and does not have any additives. Place the paste aside until water comes to a boil in a pan. After the water starts boiling, reduce the heat and add the ragi paste slowly while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Continue cooking on low heat until it thickens and shines, stirring frequently, about 5 – 7 minutes. Let it cool to a comfortable warm temperature before serving. Serve it plain or diluted with a little formula milk. This baby food recipe is rich in calcium and iron, which are essential for the healthy development and strong bones of babies. It is also easy to digest, which makes it safe even for the most sensitive tummies, making it a good first meal choice for babies.

Khapli Wheat Godhuma Dosa, also known as atta dosa in Hindi, is a crispy recipe from southern India that does not require fermentation like a normal dosa. According to individual needs and taste, one can prepare this dosa either sweet or in a savoury style. The savoury variant is made with a batter consisting of buttermilk or water, shallots and chopped onions, curry leaves, lemon juice, and spices, which is then cooked on a hot non-stick pan or a tawa. This savoury version of godhuma dosa is paired with sambar, peanut chutney, and coconut chutney. However, while making the sweet version of this dosa, it is essential to use rice flour, jaggery, coconut, cardamom along with Aashirvaad Khapli Chakki Atta, ghee and salt. Traditionally made with normal wheat flour, this recipe substitutes it with more nutritious khapli wheat flour, which is appreciated for its various benefits. This dosa is fibre-rich and is more nutritious than the regular wheat dosa you’ll get in Tamil Nadu. So, if you are up to increase your morning nutrition, this dosa recipe is for you! Here’s the easiest way to make Khapli Wheat Godhuma Dosa at home.