The Quick Cook - Anu Rao

Easy Souffle is the 12th and the final recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. This souffle can be done in under 10 minutes with all the goodness of jelly melting in your mouth.  Made this zillion times and a blockbuster hit like always. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Egg Au gratin is the 11th and the final recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. For me, this recipe is all about comfort. When I want to spend ‘me time’ with a book or watch Netflix and eat something special without extended time in the kitchen; this is it. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Cheese Toast is the 10th and the final recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. This one is so easy and tasty that you can serve it as a starter and even when guests arrive unannounced. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Beetroot Cutlet is the 9th and the final recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. Rub a piece, increase your haemoglobin levels, have them as cutlets over chai or serve to guests, cutlets beetroot keep you in bloody good health. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Bread Dahi Vada is the 8th recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. This is a recipe I could make easily and flaunt, especially since I earlier struggled getting vadas right. Absolutely great for the summer and an easy to impress dish. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

It’s Christmas time with 1 + 1 podcast gifts from Santa Claus. Today’s podcast episode includes a super simple and easy to make Christmas cake baked with cherries soaked in rum.  That’s not all; this podcast also includes the golden syrup recipe that goes into baking this merrily mouth melting cake..   Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch the Christmast cake video and golden syrup video on www.saltforcooking.com

Easy Methi Carrot Pulao is the 7th recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. The smell of methi, I love it. This is absolutely easy to make.. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Pudina Roti is the 6th recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. This roti is so flavourful and fresh that it fills the kitchen with aroma. A favourite of my family, especially my daughter. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Cream Curry is the 5th recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. The perfect choice recipe for a last minute rescue in 10 minutes. Works wonders and is best when you have guests crashing for meals. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Soft Dosa is the 4th recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. While we are all used to having crispy dosas, there is a joy in having soft and fluffy dosas made with minimum oil. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Egg Parathas is the 3rd recipe from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. A healthy version of making parathas with eggs and this also serves as jugaad cooking.  Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

Paneer Toasted Sandwich recipe is the 2nd podcast episode from my Aunt Usha GK Bail’s cookbook, Choice Recipes. I love this recipe and made it for my daughter in her growing up years as well. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

I’m starting a new series with a cookbook written by my aunt Usha GK Bail. My ‘Go to aunt’ taught me that cooking doesn't have to be a laborious ordeal. It’s ok to choose the easy way as long as it turns out tasty. Her book, Choice Recipes was published in 1997.  This Usha Bail podcast series is a tribute to my aunt and I will cover breakfast, cakes, lunch, starters and a lot more that I have personally tried from her book. Today’s podcast is Bread Upma. Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on www.saltforcooking.com

“Make it. Bottle it. Add it.” An easy instant rasam recipe for anytime and everytime. All you need is a heapful of rasam powder to make life simple, delicious and leave you with, ‘not missing home’ feeling. Try it! You will love it! Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel.

“Makeover for leftovers” Nothing goes to waste, not even easy to get bored with idli. Leftover idli gets a complete makeover as freshly made upma with all the tadka essentials and more.  Try it and let me know how you like it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel.

Get started to prepare a fresh and healthy sweet dish to serve on a festive day. Choose a garnish of your choice.  Make it and share your cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’ YouTube channel https://youtube.com/c/SALTforcooking Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Life is as straight as noodles.” And plate it with curry noodles made with peanut and soya sauce. Fill it with your choice of vegetables and relish a spicy and tangy bowl of happiness. A surprise ingredient is added in the end. Listen to the podcast to know it all. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel.  https://youtube.com/c/SALTforcooking

“3 ingredients and water.” No fermentation dosa with just 3 ingredients, Neer Dosa is as easy to make as it takes to eat it. Also known as Bari Akki dose in Kannada or Bajjar dose in Tulu. Have it jaggery and coconut, chutney or prawns ghassi. Eat it the way you like it. Make it! Get appreciated for it.  Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel

“Relive childhood kheer memories.” As we get ready for the season of red carrots, I travel back to my childhood days when my mom used to make carrot kheer for the family. This recipe is as simple and uncomplicated as childhood. Make it! Share your childhood memories on ‘saltforcooking’ YouTube channel Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel.

“Whip a Pumpkin gravy for your Kin.” Quickly learn to make a yummy and tasty pumpkin and coconut gravy with Maggi coconut powder. You can have it with hot steamed rice or rotis. Choice is yours.  Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao  Hey, don't forget to watch my cooking videos on ‘SALTforcooking’ on YouTube.

“Dosa turns over a new leaf.” Make Uttapam style dosa with cabbage. A complete comfort food that tastes great with white butter.  The chopped cabbage adds crunch and makes your dosa a super munch. Totally heavenly. Try it! Tell me how you like it!  Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel.

“MasaLa-La-La.” Cut in 4 pieces, add masala, fry and there you are; Masala Idli is ready. 777 sambar masala and MTR chutney powder give that OOH LA LA feeling. Try it and get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao Also watch my cooking videos on ‘saltforcooking’  YouTube Channel.

“BEET IT! TO EAT IT!” A traditional recipe from Karnataka, Beetroot Sasive recipe is very simple to make. This sweet, sour and tasty dish can be served with cooked rice and roti.  Try it! Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Learn from Anu Rao 10 tips to keep your food and kitchen healthy and fresh. Follow these tips and you will be surprised at how easy and practical cooking can be. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Listen to Anu Rao for handy tips to reset the  consistency and taste of your gravy, anytime during the course of preparing your meal. Appreciate yourself for avoiding some blatant gravy cooking mistakes. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Yes! You heard right. Listen to Anu Rao to learn a series of simple cooking tips to make your food even more tasty. It takes very little effort to make food delicious and get appreciated. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Listen to Anu Rao on basic provisions you need to start your cooking journey. Here is a must have list to set up your kitchen really quick. Add to cart and your kitchen is ready to start. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Weapons for your kitchen construction.” Listen to Anu Rao to learn what your kitchen needs from you to make your cooking to make your cooking quick and easy. Equip your kitchen with the basic cookware, especially useful for first time kitchen goers. Arn your kitchen and get appreciated by it.    Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Listen to Anu Rao’s list of 10 things to keep in the kitchen at all times. Follow these tips and you will never be on the back foot when you are feeling lazy to cook, constantly worrying about what to cook and having unexpected guests at home. Appreciate yourself for your kitchen management skills. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“The all-rounder cooking award goes to…” Surprise your family and friends by serving quick main course meals. And the secret is the all-rounder gravy that makes any main ingredient look and taste good. Make it & get appreciated. Most importantly, make life easy for you. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Potato subzi/curry with chaat masala Learn to make my family favourite potato subzi with chaat masala that’s quick to make and tasty. Serve it hot rotis and watch the mouth watering delight on everyone’s faces. Make it & get appreciated.  Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Essentials for a South Indian.” Listen to make Oil-free wagaar that has a longer shelf life and always comes in handy. If you are a South Indian, you will know the importance of wagaar in curd rice, coconut chutney etc. Make it & get appreciated. Most importantly, make life easy for you. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Perfect for the afternoons.” Listen to make Belluli Anna or Garlic Rice, a specialty dish from Karnataka. Probiotic and good on the stomach and especially given to kids during summer. Make it & get appreciated.  Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Popeye’s favourite salad recipe is here.” A super simple and light for a great dinner, the Palak/Spinach Salad, takes less time to make than Popeye finishing a can of spinach for instant refreshing energy. Make it & get appreciated. Most importantly, make life easy for you. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Small, mighty and super punch.” Listen to make super delicious Garlic dal that’s quick and easy. This can be had with rotis/chapatis and even rice. Make it & get appreciated.  Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“As fresh as coconut.” Listen to make awesome coconut rice that’s fresh and makes you feel light. You can add toppings of nuts as per your preferences. Yogurt/curds by the side will add a longer smile. Make it & get appreciated.  Don’t forget to watch the Coconut Rice video on SALT for cooking YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI6AjtHYIhYxqn35xPLvnOQ/videos Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“A recipe that reminds me of my mother”Listen to make lemon rice with fresh or leftover rice that works as a meal or as packed in our school dabbas. Everything you need for this is all available at home. Make it & get appreciated.Don’t forget to watch the Lemon Rice video on SALT for cooking YouTube channel.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hxSUkd1KoA&t=2s Podcast Host: Anu RaoLike & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Secret magic in red pasta” Listen to make a naturally red coloured pasta with all the goodness of tomatoes. There is also a magic ingredient to change the pasta colour with one ingredient tossed up. My daughter vouches for this one.  Make it one toss. Get appreciated all the time. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Cheese & Rice are made for each other” Listen to make a one-pot dish cheese herb rice recipe with rice and cheese melting into each other’s texture and herbs leaving behind a flavorful aftertaste, long after. Kids will come back for more.Make it one time. Get appreciated all the time.Podcast Host: Anu RaoLike & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Pasta goes desi” Listen to make the best desi creamy white pasta with little effort and lots of colourful veggies. Ideal for an evening, especially for kids wanting something special in less than 15 minutes. Make in no time. Get appreciated all the time. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“The egg-jact way to your best friend’s heart is...” Listen to make an easy mayo egg sandwich with the least effort and win your best friend’s heart. Perfect for those announced hunger cravings and midnight quick bites. Spread it. Press it. Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“As promised, it takes just 2 minutes” Listen to make Masaledar Maggi with more masala, more spice and this comfort food will be loved by all. A favourite in my home as I keep dishing out new ways to delight them. Make it in 2 minutes. Get appreciated for it! Podcast Host: Anu Rao Like & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Make a rice impression” Listen to make a quick dideer rice recipe with toppings of your choice. Dideer in Tamil means quick and this rice recipe is easy, quick and tasty. It can be made with fresh or leftover rice.Make the ‘one meal rice’ recipe. Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu RaoLike & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

“Taste your Brownie points”Listen to the kickass easy to bake chocolate brownie recipe and become an expert baker.Bake it. Serve it. Get appreciated for it. Podcast Host: Anu RaoLike & Subscribe to the Quick Cook Podcast by Anu Rao

Meet Anu Rao and dive into a cooking recipe podcast. She's a quick cook and enjoys making food that's easy, tasty and takes very little effort. A mom of a 20-year-old who's going away to college and needs to know some quick recipes to make for herself, this is her gift to the young one. Hear her tips on prep work, ideas, hacks and tiny stories while at it. Happy quick cooking to you!