Different Options for Healthy Gujiyas

Here are some healthy gujiya recipes that you can try which are tasty and at the same time don’t increase your calorie count.

Wheat Gujiya

Health-conscious people completely avoid refined flour as it is harmful to your health. However, you can also opt for wheat dough instead of refined flour to give a healthy twist to the delicacy. When it comes to the filling, you can use unsweetened khoya or coconut to give the dish a healthy twist. With the help of KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, you can easily knead the dough and get perfectly shaped gujiyas without any manual effort.

Baked Gujiya

Though the true flavour of gujiya comes out when you fry it, for health reasons this Holi opt for baked gujiyas. Deep-fried snacks are high in calories and you may end up gaining a few pounds. So, instead of frying the gujiyas, you can bake them to give a healthy twist. You can opt for a healthy filling made of dry fruits or sooji. When it comes to the taste, baked gujiyas always taste better than the fried ones. So, you can enjoy a healthy version of your favorite dessert without any guilt.

Oats Gujiya

If you want to give mawa filling a miss, you can try this gujiya recipe without mawa. The twist, however, is that you can make only savory gujiya when trying out this recipe. Savory gujiyas also give you a break from the monotonous sweet gujiyas that you make every Holi. The best part is even diabetic patients can gorge on oats gujiyas without worrying about their sugar levels. Make this unique dish with wheat flour, dry fruits, and oats to surprise your guests.

How to Prepare Traditional Gujiyas at Home?

In addition to the above-mentioned gujiyas, let us have a look at some of the traditional gujiyas that you can prepare at home easily. India is a land of diverse cultural amalgamation and if you assume that gujiyas are only integral to states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, then you are wrong. Gujiyas are very much a part of Indian Holi, irrespective of the region. Here are some of the varieties of Gujiyas from the different corners of the country.

Karanji

Traditionally, Karanjis are stuffed with dry fruits, raisins, cardamom powder, nutmeg powder along with grated coconut and sugar. You can have a baked version of these deeply fried Indian sweets, by opting out from coconut and sugar to prepare the same. You can use natural sweeteners and dry fruits as the stuffing.

How to make Karanji?

Ingredients:

• Flour (to make the dumplings)
• Milk
• Dry Fruits (all nuts)
• Raisins
• Grated Coconut
• Cardamom Powder
• Nutmeg Powder
• Sugar/ Stevia/ Molasses
• Sesame seeds (Roasted)
• Oil or Ghee

Karanji Recipe:

Heat ghee in a pan and slightly roast the grated coconut in it. Finely chop all the dry fruits and raisins. Mix them with the grated coconut. Add sugar, nutmeg powder, cardamom powder, and roasted sesame into it.

Now, knead the dough with flour, melted ghee, and milk. Now take out small portions of dumplings from the dough. Roll out the smaller portions, fill them with the stuffing and make the Gujiya dumplings. Make sure that you do not stuff too much filling into it. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and fry the gujiyas. Serve at room temperature.

Ghughra

Another Indian sweet marvel from Gujarat. These are made by preparing a mixture of rava, coconut, and dry fruits. This stuffing is then put into flour pasties and fried. And in a healthier option, you can skip using in the stuffing and rather use a natural sweetener like molasses. Also, unlike the traditional ghugras are coated in sugar syrup, you can opt without the sugar syrup one.

How to make Ghughra?

Ingredients:

• Flour (for patty)
• Grated coconut
• Milk
• Dry Fruits
• Rawa
• Cardamom Powder
• Sugar/ Stevia/ Molasses
• Oil or Ghee

Ghughra Recipe:

Heat ghee in a pan and slightly roast the grated coconut in it. Finely chop all the dry fruits. Mix them with the grated coconut. Add sugar, cardamom powder, and roasted rawa in it. Now, knead the dough with flour, melted ghee, and milk. Now take out small portions of dumplings from the dough. Roll out the smaller portions, fill them with the stuffing and make the Gujiya dumplings. Make sure that you do not stuff too much filling into it. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and fry the gujiyas. In another pan make a little sugar syrup and dip the fried Ghughras or Gujiyas in it. Let it cool down and then serve at room temperature.

Nevri

Now, you can never imagine Goa serving gujiyas. But, Nevri is Goa’s very own gujiya. It is very much prevalent within the Goan Hindu families. It has a stuffing of sugar, poppy seeds and cardamom. Unlike the entire country, Nevri is prepared during Ganesh Chaturthi.

How to Prepare Nevri

Ingredients:

• Flour (to make the dumplings)
• Milk
• Poppy seeds
• Grated Coconut
• Cardamom Powder
• Sugar/ Stevia/ Molasses
• Oil or Ghee

Nevri Recipe:

Mix together grated coconut, sugar, cardamom powder, and poppy seeds.

Now, knead the dough with flour, melted ghee, and milk. Now take out small portions of dumplings from the dough. Roll out the smaller portions, fill them with the stuffing and make the Nevri dumplings. Make sure that you do not stuff too much filling into it. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and fry the Nevris. Serve at room temperature.

Karjikayi

Karjikayi is a delicacy from Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Unlike the regular gujiyas, these are not dry. On the contrary, these gujiyas are moist in texture and filled with coconut and dry fruits. You can opt for a healthier option by skipping the refined sugar in it. You can opt for stevia or molasses to act as the sweetening agent.

How to make Karjikai

Ingredients:

• Flour (to make the dumplings)
• Rice Flour
• Water
• Roasted Gram Dal
• Grated Coconut
• Cardamom Powder
• Molasses/ Stevia/ Sugar
• Oil or Ghee

Karjikayi Recipe:

Mix together grated coconut, sugar, cardamom powder, and roasted gram dal.

Now, knead the dough with flour, rice flour, melted ghee, and water. Now take out small portions of dumplings from the dough. Roll out the smaller portions, fill them with the stuffing and make the Karjikayi dumplings, shaped as crescent moons, sealed properly. Make sure that you do not stuff too much filling into it. Heat oil or ghee in a pan and fry the Karjikayi. Serve at room temperature.

So, Which Recipe will you try?

So, what are you waiting for? This Holi, surprise your guests with healthy gujiyas. With the help of KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, you can easily prepare healthy gujiyas without any hassles. All you need to do is add the desired flour and water in the gujiya maker. Use the sheet die to extrude the gujiya sheets. Add the filling and use the shaping die to get perfectly shaped gujiyas.

If you are a health freak, the healthier versions are mentioned above or can relish the deep-fried ones with KENT’s Induction Cooktop. After all, Holi is all about a “Cheat Day” on your diet chart, isn’t it? Whatever you wish for, with KENT’s wide range of smart chef appliances section exploits your culinary skills.

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If you are a noodle lover and enjoy savouring fresh noodles, here’s a guide to the 11 different types of noodles in India you can stock up on or make in your kitchen. But before we start, let’s discuss the effective ways to store and cook noodles.

Storing the Noodles

Dried noodles sold in supermarkets can be stored in a cool and dry place. However, even dried noodles can go bad after a few months. Chinese egg or rice noodles, which are also known as fresh noodles, should be kept in the refrigerator only for a few days or weeks. The packing of fresh noodles should also be kept intact. Fresh noodles, however, taste great when you make them on the same day rather than storing them.

Cooking the Noodles

Similar to pasta, ensure that you don’t overcook noodles. Depending on the type and thickness of the noodles, it just takes 3-5 minutes to cook noodles. Dried noodles, however, may take a little longer to cook. If you are preparing partially cooked noodles such as chowmein, all you need to do is re-heat the noodles. Rice noodles take the least amount of time to cook.

Top 11 Different Types of Noodles

Read below to find out the top 11 different types of noodles that you can prepare fresh and hygienically. Moreover, you can also customize the ingredients depending on your taste and preferences.

1. Egg Noodles

A common type of noodles used in Asian cuisines, egg noodles or E-fu noodles is made with eggs, wheat, and water. Available in a variety of shapes- thick, thin, fresh, dried, flat, or round, egg noodles are perfect for use in a wide variety of dishes such as soups, salads, and main courses. Egg noodles don’t take much time to cook and all you need to do is boil the noodles before cooking.

2. Soba Noodles

The straight and brown-colored Japanese noodles are mostly made from buckwheat and are full of protein and fibre. These noodles are traditionally eaten during New Year to symbolize longevity. These noodles are either stir-fried or cooked in a soup. The noodles have a nutty flavour and taste delicious when used in soups, and cold broth, or can also be used with a dipping sauce.

3. Ramen Noodles

Made of wheat flour, salt, and water, the long and curly noodles are made from wheat and egg. The noodles are dried in the form of a brick. Ensure that you keep the ramen noodles refrigerated until you cook them. The ease of preparing ramen noodles within minutes by just boiling makes it an ideal on-the-go meal. These noodles can either be relished in soups or eaten raw with salads.

4. Rice Stick Noodles

The dried rice noodles are one of the main ingredients for cooking pad Thai. Though these noodles are thin, rice stick noodles come in a variety of widths. The rice stick noodles become elastic and strong after cooking, which makes them ideal for stir fry. The noodles need to be soaked in boiling water for 25-30 minutes until they get soft before cooking.

5. Udon Noodles

The fat and white Japanese udon noodles are made of wheat flour. Available in a variety of shapes and thicknesses, the noodles are cooked in boiling water before cooking. You can use instant, dried, pre-cooked, or shrink-wrapped options depending on your preference. Freshly prepared udon noodles, however, taste better and are mostly used in soups.

6. Shirataki Noodles

Shirataki Noodles have a rubbery texture. These semi-translucent noodles are known for their immense health benefits. At this age, when people are after a calorie deficit diet, shirataki noodles can be the right choice for you. It has zero-calorie in it and that makes it a really healthy option for all noodle lovers. These skinny noodles are based on the konjac yam plant.

7. Somen Noodles

Somen Noodles are another type of noodles that are made of wheat flour. These noodles are the thinnest of all Japanese dried noodles and are about 1 mm in diameter. Usually, noodles are served as a hot and warm dish, Somen noodles, on the contrary, are served cold. These Japanese noodles usually look like vermicelli noodles. Their light color texture makes them easily distinguishable from any other noodles.

8. Harusame Noodles

If you have a fetish for enjoying longer noodles, then Harusame noodles are just for you. Imagine, enjoying that warm bowl of long never-ending noodles that are almost as thin as hair. Also known as glass noodles, these Japanese noodles can be longer up to seven inches. As the name goes, it is obvious that these noodles have a transparent look and are either straight or coiled in bundles.

9. Tokoroten Noodles

Noodles are sweet in taste? Yes, you read that right. Well, that may sound a little weird to you, but this is a fact. Tokoroten noodles are usually served cold, and that too is a Japanese sweet dish. These noodles are made mostly of boiled tengusa seaweed water.

10. Hiyamugi Noodles

Himayugi Noodles look somewhat like the Somen noodles. But unlike Somen Noodles, Himayugi noodles are served warm and hot. You can boil it and add your favorite vegetables, season it according to your taste buds and it’s ready to be served as a proper meal. Himayugi noodles are made with flour, salt, and water and have a thicker body than Somen Noodles.

11. Ho Fun Noodles

Ho Fun Noodles are served hot. One can either boil them or fry them as per their taste buds. Ho Fun Noodles vary in width, you can enjoy wider flat noodles as well as thinner noodles too, at the same time. Sounds fun, right? It is fun. Ho Fun Noodles are best prepared with soy sauce. But there is always an option for you to add your own favorite seasoning and spices as per your taste buds. Ho Fun Noodles is a good option for a proper wholesome meal.

Get Noodlezoned!

Those were only a few varieties of noodles available in the stores. The guide will help you pick up the different varieties of noodles in the market without any confusion. If you are health conscious and don’t prefer eating noodles ready-made noodles, you can always prepare fresh and hygienic noodles at home with the help of a Noodle and Pasta Maker. In addition to being healthy, you also have the option to customize the ingredients depending on your taste and preferences.

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What Makes Instant Noodles Bad For Health?

Instant noodles are highly processed in a way so that they have a longer shelf life. Instant noodles have low nutritive content, high amount of calories, fat, sodium and low in nutrition. The worst part is, instant noodles are laced with preservatives, additives, artificial colors, and flavorings that do a lot of harm, especially if you eat these regularly. Here are some of the reasons why Instant Noodles are bad for health:

• High on Sodium– Instant noodles are high in sodium, which has a negative impact on your health. A high level of sodium leads to high blood pressure and heart problems. Sodium also leads to water retention in your body, which leads to bloating.
• Contains Bisphenol– Instant noodles contain bisphenol, which comes from their packaging. Bisphenol, a chemical compound, leads to problems of high blood pressure, excess abdominal fat, and high blood sugar. The deadly combination leads to metabolic syndrome.
• Hard to Digest- Digesting instant noodles is very difficult for the body. Your digestive system needs extra effort to break down instant noodles. As a result, it leads to digestive problems such as constipation, bloating and indigestion.

What is the Substitute for Instant Noodle?

Instead of relying on instant noodles, you can make fresh and healthy noodles at home with the help of KENT Noodle and Pasta Making Machine.  The smart kitchen appliance helps you make healthy and tasty noodles at home without any hassles. To give a healthy touch, you can add choice of ingredients to make home-made noodles. Homemade noodles are fresh, rich and better in taste as compared to the instant noodles. KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker comes with different dies so that you can prepare different shapes of pasta and noodles.

The modern appliance automatically mixes, kneads, and even extrudes pasta and noodles. All you need to do is add the ingredients and let the machine complete the process. You will get fresh and hygienic noodles in minutes. The smart chef appliance is also ideal for making pasta, momos and gujiyas. You can also add customized ingredients of your own such as egg, herbs, and vegetable juices to make healthy pasta or noodles. Moreover, the appliance comes with 7 different shaping dies that can be used to make snacks of different sizes.

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Some of the features of KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker

• Makes noodle and pasta using any flour without adding any preservatives
• Automatically mixes, kneads and extrudes
• Makes tasty and flavored pasta within 10 minutes
• Easy to use, clean and store
• Customize ingredients and flavor

The Conclusion:

Instant noodles, though tasty, harms you in a lot of different ways. This is the reason why it is advisable to avoid instant noodles as much as possible. If you want to ensure that you remain healthy to make sure that you stop eating instant noodles instead you can have homemade snacks. Use KENT Noodle Pasta Maker to enjoy healthy and tasty snacks at home. To find out more about KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, click here.

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Opt for Home-made Pasta

The first trick is to make fresh pasta at home. Making pasta from the core is a tough task, which is the reason why most people prefer ready-made pasta. However, with the help of KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, you can easily prepare fresh, healthy, and preservative-free pasta at home. All you need to do is add the ingredients to the machine and use the desired die to extrude pasta. To give the pasta a healthy twist, you can also add beetroot or spinach puree with the ingredients.

Load the Pasta with Veggies

To make the pasta healthy, load it with different types of veggies. In fact, the proportion of veggies needs to be more than the pasta. Saute some spinach, red and yellow bell pepper, cauliflower, or even broccoli to the pasta to give it a healthy twist. Adding more vegetables ensures that you are eating a vegetable dish with a little bit of pasta in it.

Opt for Whole Wheat Pasta

Instead of all-purpose flour, it is advisable to opt for whole wheat pasta. Whether you get ready-made pasta or prefer making it at home to avoid preservatives, make sure you switch to whole wheat pasta. Whole wheat is rich in fiber and other nutrients making it a healthier option than all-purpose flour.

Cook Al Dente

Most of the pasta recipes that you get online advise you to cook the pasta al dente, which means you can bite the pasta. Italians have been cooking pasta this way for centuries. The reason is al dente pasta not only tastes good but is also easily digestible. As a result, you will stay full for a longer period and won’t reach out for unhealthy snacks.

Watch the Portion Size

An obvious point, make sure you keep an eye on the portion size. According to USDA, an adult needs to consume only 6 ounces of grains a day. This is the reason why you need to pile up on less pasta to enjoy a healthy meal.

Last Few Words

Pasta is easy to make, which is the reason why both kids and parents love eating it. However, an excessive amount of ready-made pasta can lead to a number of health problems. Following the tips mentioned above can help you give a healthy twist to your pasta so that you enjoy guilt-free snacking.

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Quinoa Pasta

One of the most popular health foods, quinoa is gluten-free, has high protein content, and all 9 essential amino acids. Quinoa pasta will provide you with more fibers than most of the other grains. The presence of iron, lysine, magnesium, riboflavin, and manganese makes it a perfect snack that is healthy and tasty. Quinoa pasta also helps in reducing blood sugar and triglyceride levels and insulin. Here’s how you can make quinoa pasta:

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cup quinoa flour

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 cup of warm water

Put all the ingredients in the KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker and turn on the auto mode. Depending on the shape of the pasta that you need, select the suitable die to cut the pasta in the desired shape.

Spinach Noodles

Spinach is a wonder vegetable that has a lot of health benefits. Whether you want beautiful hair, skin, or fight against diseases, spinach is the answer to everything. With the availability of the KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, it has become quite easy to customize the ingredients of noodles and pasta.

Ingredients:

• 1 ¼ cup spinach

• 1 cup of water

• 1 egg

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour

Put all the ingredients including the spinach in the KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker and keep the machine in auto-mode. Extrude the pasta when ready.

Whole Wheat Pasta

One of the easiest recipes, whole wheat pasta is healthy and tasty at the same time. Whole wheat is always a healthier alternative than all-purpose flour, especially if you are preparing pasta for your kids. Whole grain pasta is considered to be an excellent source of Vitamin B as well as iron. This pasta also provides a higher amount of alpha-linolenic acid, which turns into an omega-3 fatty acid in your body. To make the pasta healthier, add beetroots and eggs.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole wheat flour

• 2 eggs

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• Water

Put all the ingredients in the noodle and pasta maker and set it on auto mode. Use your preferred die to get the pasta shape of your choice. Before boiling the pasta, let it dry for 10-20 minutes.

Last Few Words

Those were some of the healthy and tasty pasta recipes that you can make from scratch using the pasta and noodle-making machine. With the increasing number of health problems, it has become necessary to switch to healthier eating alternatives. Thanks to the handy pasta and noodle machine, you can easily customize the ingredients of the dough to give the noodles and pasta a healthy twist. Now, you can enjoy your favorite noodles and pasta without any guilt. To find out more about the KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, visit our website

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Hassle-free Operation

Being a new-age and modern appliance, KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker offers automatic kneading, mixing, and hassle-free extruding. All you need to do is to pour water and flour into the kneading container and set the machine on auto mode. The fresh pasta and noodles will be ready within minutes. This means you can avoid eating ready-made packs that have preservatives.

Takes Less Than 10 Minutes

Yes, you read it right! With the Noodle and Pasta Maker by your side, you can easily prepare noodles, pasta, gujiya, and momos in less than 10 minutes. The process is simple yet hygienic and requires little or no manual work. Keep the other ingredients of the dish all prepared to make the preparation process even easier. Serving hot and tasty dishes was never this easy, right?

Also Read: A Foodies Guide to 5 Different Types of Noodles

The Freedom of Flavoring

With the help of Noodle and Pasta Maker, you don’t need to pay extra for color and flavor. Once you have mastered the art of basic dough, start experimenting with various add-ins. From spices to herbs to flavors like chocolate and saffron, you can add anything. Flavored pasta serves as a fantastic party menu and gifting option as well.

The Choice of Shaping Dies

If your child is a fussy eater, KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker is the best bet for you. The seven shaping dies will let you prepare pasta in a new shape every time your child is craving a plate full of delicious pasta. The easy-to-clean design of the dies makes it convenient for you to keep them ready for reuse. The appliance comes with a smart drawer design that lets you store the dies in a clean and safe environment.

Perfect Party Planner

Give your parties a delicious twist by bringing home this new-age appliance and surprising your guests with different flavors of noodles, pasta, and momos. Serving your guests yummy home-cooked Italian and Chinese cuisines was never this easy.

Last Few Words

Now that you know the fantastic features of this appliance, you can easily prepare mouthwatering dishes at home. The best part is you can prepare these fresh snacks without any hassles and in a hygienic way.

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Types of Pasta Maker

Before making the final decision, you need to consider whether you need a pasta roller or a maker. Many people are not aware of the difference between the two and at times end up buying the wrong product. However, there is a lot of difference between the two machines.

Pasta Roller

Pasta rollers help in rolling and cutting the pasta dough into your desired shape. Pasta rollers are manually operated and need a lot of work. The appliance has a handle that is used to roll the pasta through the machine. The cutting tool cuts the pasta in the desired shape. The machines can only be used for making fettuccine and spaghetti.

Pasta Maker

Pasta makers make it easy for you to make the pasta without any manual intervention. All you need to do is put all the ingredients into the machine and the pasta will be ready within minutes. Electric pasta makers also makes it possible to prepare a wide variety of pasta in different shapes. So, whether you want to prepare macaroni or farfalle, the pasta maker is a handy tool. The cleaning process of the noodle and pasta maker is also quite easy.

Points to Consider when Buying a Pasta Maker

Cost

An important factor that many people consider is the cost of the noodle and pasta maker. A pasta roller is comparatively more affordable than a pasta maker. However, the pasta roller needs a lot of effort as you can only process the dough into different shapes. Pasta makers, however, help with everything, starting from making the dough to cutting the pasta in different shapes. As a result, spending on a pasta maker is worth the investment.

Attachments

Before buying a pasta maker, consider the different types of pasta you plan to make. Pasta makers help you make different shapes of pasta depending on your preference. However, to make your choice of pasta you also need to check the attachments available with the product. Before making the final decision, check whether the pasta maker has adequate attachments.

Shaping Dies

Apart from the attachments, you also need to check the shaping dies available with the product. Check the different shaping dies available with the noodle and pasta maker to know the types of pasta you can make. Kent Noodle and Pasta Maker, for instance, come with 7 different shaping dies. You can not only prepare noodles and pasta but also momos and gujiyas.

Use

One of the important factors that you need to consider is ease of use. The main reason for buying a noodle and pasta maker is to make it easy to make noodles and pasta. When buying a pasta maker, make sure that you check the different modes that are available. Always opt for a pasta maker that has an auto mode as this will make it easy for you to prepare the noodle or pasta with ease.

Body Material

Another important factor to consider is the body material of the noodle and pasta maker. You can find metal and plastic pasta makers. Metal pasta makers, though sturdy, need a lot of maintenance. Metal pasta makers may also rust easily which makes the product useless. A pasta maker made of ABS plastic is a better option as you don’t need to worry about rust or cleaning the machine.

Speed

Making pasta in a pasta roller is not only difficult but also slow irrespective of the brand that you choose. One of the main USPs of a pasta maker is the speed at which the pasta is made. When buying a pasta maker, check the speed at which the pasta maker prepares the pasta. Kent Noodle and Pasta Maker, for instance, makes pasta within 10 minutes.

Cleaning

Another important factor to consider when looking for a pasta maker is its cleaning process. The dough of pasta may get into various corners, cleaning which can be difficult. When buying a pasta maker, ensure that the cleaning process is easy. KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker, for instance, comes with a cleaning brush which makes it easy to clean the machine without any hassles.

Durability

When buying a pasta maker, ensure that you check the durability of the machine. The best way to ensure that durability is to check the reviews about the brand. Opt for a renowned brand as you can be assured about the quality and the after-sales services.

Why Choose KENT?

A leader in the healthcare industry, KENT provides top-quality products that help you eat healthily. The noodle and pasta maker from KENT helps in making healthy pasta by customizing the ingredients. You can get freshly prepared pasta without any preservatives with the help of the innovative noodle and pasta maker. The seven different shaping dies to enable you to prepare different shapes of pasta and noodles with ease. It’s time to skip readymade pasta and switch to healthy and tasty homemade noodles and pasta.

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Whole Wheat Pasta

When making pasta from scratch using your brand-new pasta-making machine, use whole wheat instead of plain flour. Whole wheat flour contains grain kernel, germ, endosperm, and bran, making it a healthy consumption option. Also, whole wheat is high in dietary fiber that helps lower cholesterol and prevents cancer. In addition, whole wheat also provides energy and is rich in nutrients.

Olive Oil

To keep a tab on your family’s health, use olive oil instead of vegetable oil the next time when you prepare pasta. Olive oil is super rich in anti-cancer properties and also helps in lowering the risk of a heart attack because it is rich in monounsaturated fats. Also, if you or anyone in the family is aiming for weight loss or fighting Alzheimer’s, Olive oil can be of great help. Other olive oil benefits include relief from constipation, strengthening bones, helping prevent diabetes, kidney stones, and more. To keep a tab on your family’s health, use olive oil instead of vegetable oil the next time when you prepare pasta. Olive oil is super rich in anti-cancer properties and also helps in lowering the risk of a heart attack because it is rich in monounsaturated fats. Also, if you or anyone in the family is aiming for weight loss or fighting Alzheimer’s, Olive oil can be of great help. Other olive oil benefits include relief from constipation, strengthening bones, helping prevent diabetes, kidney stones, and more.

Celery

While everyone is aware of the amazing health benefits of apples and spinach, the health benefits of celery are not known to many. Again, if you or someone in your family wants to lose weight, adding celery to your breakfast would lessen the intake of calories. Also, celery is great for digestion, regulates the body’s alkaline balance, reduces inflammation, and is rich in organic salt that is ideal for health. So, the next time you are preparing pasta or pasta salad, make sure you add some celery to it.

Organic Grass-Fed Dairy Cheese

Full of calcium and healthy fats, cheese is one of the most essential ingredients for pasta. However, have you ever thought of replacing regular cheese with Organic Grass-Fed Dairy Cheese? No? Well, maybe because you are unaware of the incredible benefits associated with it. Because there is no use of herbicides, synthetic pesticides, and GMOs, the cheese produced is entirely organic and healthy. Other health benefits include:• Increased Omega-3• Better taste• More nutritious

Garlic

Apart from helping in the regulation of blood pressure and lowering cholesterol levels, there are many other health benefits of garlic. Though garlic is highly nutritious, it has fewer calories and keeps you away from consuming extra calories when eating pasta or pasta salad. Garlic also helps in fighting sicknesses including the common cold and prevents Alzheimer’s and Dementia. If you are into sports, garlic can also help in improving your athletic performance.

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Last Few Words

There are many other healthy ingredients like fibrous vegetables including broccoli, mushroom, and bell pepper that are good for health which you can add to your pasta. So, if you are aiming for weight loss and have a love for pasta, make sure you replace the unhealthy ingredients with these healthy ones to stay away from guilt on your cheat day. In addition to adding healthy ingredients, avoid eating ready-made pasta and opt for freshly prepared homemade pasta.

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Everyone wants the best for their children. Parents are always concerned about the nutrition their children need. Kids are inherently fussy and do not like to experiment with food. Try recalling your own eating habits as a child. Did you dislike vegetables like tomatoes, beans, broccoli, mushrooms, and carrots, as a child? However, we are sure that you surprisingly developed a liking for vegetables with time.

Picky eating habits in children are perfectly explained by two researchers from Yale University. Dr. Annie Wertz and Dr. Karen Wynn. The researchers described that children refusing to eat green is part of their survival instinct as children are genetically programmed to avoid plants because they could be poisonous. Therefore, if your child is refusing to eat green and leafy vegetables, do not worry as these habits will grow out with time.

Having stated that, as a parent to watch your child refuse food is heart-breaking. In a bid to feed them some food, parents find consolation in feeding their kids sugary and calorie-laden snacks. Your child will instantly eat foods like pizza, noodles, chocolates, fresh fries, ketchup, chicken nuggets, etc. This is because we are inherently built to like food which has a high content of sugar, salt, and fat.

To mitigate this situation, parents should be more experimental and innovative when it comes to feeding a fussy eater. One modern kitchen appliance that can help you in this endeavor is KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker. This appliance will come in handy to prepare easy, quick, and healthy snacks with minimal effort and fussy. Here’s how.

Prepare Fresh Pasta from Scratch

Pasta is not exactly a healthy dish. The base of pasta is made from Maida or all-purpose flour. However, what if we tell you that you can make your own pasta at home from scratch? The pasta maker from Kent allows you to prepare fresh pasta at home. You can also customize the ingredients. Instead of using Maida, you can use healthier grains like ragi, whole wheat, or multi-grain flour to prepare pasta. All you need to do is add the desired ingredients put it in the pasta maker machine and within 10 minutes the dough is ready.

The appliance also comes with seven different types of shaping dies. You can create the desired shape of pasta at home without putting too much effort.

Prepare Fresh Strands of Noodles

Using the same method, you can also make fresh strands of noodles at home. Children love to eat noodles, however, once you prepare noodles by using KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker, you will stop ordering noodles from a restaurant. Homemade noodles are healthier and tastier than ready-made noodles. Most Chinese restaurants and takeaway joints use a high amount of MSG to enhance the flavor of the food. However, MSG is not healthy for young children and can lead to a neurological disorder, fatigue, learning disability, and inability to concentrate in them. When you prepare noodles at home, you have full control of the ingredients that you are using.

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Add Healthy Ingredients

If you are having a tough time feeding your child vegetables, toss the greens in your child’s favorite pasta and noodle dish. For instance, if your child refuses to eat greens like spinach, you can puree the spinach and add it to the dough. Spinach is high in Vitamin A and protein fiber and is a very nutritious vegetable. Similarly, you can also add lots of nutritious veggies like carrots, peas, and broccoli to the pasta and noodles.

With a little bit of innovation, you can feed your child healthy and nutritious snacks at home. To encourage your child to eat better, try involving your kids in the kitchen. Make them do easy tasks that do not include the use of fire and sharp knives. You can also take them grocery shopping and let them pick veggies that they like.

To conclude, children are genetically programmed to be fussy eaters. So, do not worry immensely if your child refuses to eat certain kinds of food. Be patient and continue introducing them to food with new textures and tastes.

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Know About KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker

You might be thinking about how to mix, knead and extrude the flour exactly in the shape of noodles or pasta? How to ensure that the end product is good? For all the questions that you might be having in your mind, there is only one answer and that is KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker. KENT believes that a clean and healthy life is needed for every individual. Keeping this in mind, the brand has introduced a smart cooking appliance that would allow you to make healthy and tasty noodles and pasta within minutes. For those who are conscious about a hygienic and healthy diet, it is one of the modern kitchen appliances best to be used in every household.

What Makes KENT Noodle and Pasta Maker Smart?

• Automatic Mixing, Kneading, and Extruding: The smart cooking appliance can automatically mix, knead and extrude the flour and thereby making it easy to cook a variety of noodles and pasta without any manual intervention.
• Add customized Flavors and Ingredients: You can add customized flavors and ingredients like eggs, herbs, vegetable juice and etc., and have a delicious snack time with your family/friends.
• 7 different Shaping Dies: In order to ensure that you can make noodles, pasta, momos, and gujiya of different sizes and shapes, KENT Noodle & Pasta is added with 7 shaping dies. Use the dies to prepare thin and round-shaped noodles, macaroni, linguine and etc.
• Smart Designed Drawer: KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker has a smartly designed drawer that would allow you to store the shaping dies and keep them safe in one place.
• Easy to Clean: The smart cooking appliance is not only handy in operation but it is even easy to clean.

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 The smart cooking appliance can be easily used to prepare noodles and pasta all you need to do is to:

• Gently lift the container lid and open the mixing chamber
• Pour the flour into the mixing chamber. (Remember a maximum of 500 grams of flour can be added).
• Close the lid and secure it properly and added water to it in the needed quantity
• Plug in the appliance and click on the mix button and the machine would work automatically.

It would automatically mix, knead and even extrude the flour thereby delivering the final product. Finally, you need to cook and serve it. So, by using the KENT Noodle & Pasta Maker, you can make fresh pasta that would be better than dried pasta or packed pasta.

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