Winter food

So why do we feel more hungry in winter? There is a perfectly good reason for this.  Because its cold , the body temperature drops and the body needs to generate more heat – this means burning more calories – which means we feel hungrier. That is why there is a tendency to put on some pounds during winter, as it is the bodies way to protect itself from the cold by trying to wear a thicker layer of fat. This season is nature’s permission to indulge our palette a little more and enjoy a few extra gustatory delights.

Warming Foods

Its cold and we love hot spicy stuff in winter . It the ideal time to get cosy with soups and warm and spicy beverages. Following is a list of some exciting soups and Warm beverages.

HOT & HEALTHY SOUPS

Carrot and Ginger Soup, Wild Mushroom Soup , Vegetable and Bean Soup , Cauliflower, Broccoli, Mustard Soup…. For more varieties and recipes check this wonderful link.

Soups not only keep us warm but the right kind also keep us healthy and keep the winter sniffles away by boosting our immunity.

Winter is also time for some hot beverages like Masala Chai  and Hot Chocolates the ideal Pick-me-ups .  Don’t make the same boring stuff – try something different and try different kinds of toppings and ways to make the drink look classy . This is bound to impress family members and a guaranteed hit with guests.

VEGGIES

Vegetables are good for us through out the year but in winter They are even better as they are in season and the markets are filled with a large variety of vegetables. In season foods carry more nutrients which is natures way of telling us what we should be eating . Beets , Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Spinach, Winter Squash…. The list is endless. Most importantly lets not forget the famous winter food “SARSON KA SAAG” – watch video.

Meats :

At the risk of repeating myself I say again “Winter is the time to Eat” , It is time to indulge in the rich spicy  Indian meat dishes with a little less guilt as our bodies metabolize food  faster in Winter .

So pull out the grill and light it up and go kebab crazy  – winter is the perfect time to get family and friends together around a fire and grill . If you haven’t tried it before never mind get your grilling supplies and have a great Winter cookout.

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