Readymade Korra Millet Pongal

I bought this ready mix with usual skepticism thinking of other similar products I tried from various home brands. My perception of these things was it will be smelly, tastes weird, salty, . . . end, I will go back to my usual cornflakes. 

I followed the instructions except for pressure cooking. On stove top it took about 20 mnts on very low flame to cook to the creamy consistency of my liking. 

I soaked for 10 mnts. Then on low flame cooked for 20 mnts. I kept adding warm water till the whole thing was creamy. 

As the pongal was cooking, our kitchen filled with fantadtic aroma. I found myself salivating. It's been an year that I really salivated and wanted to eat. My doctor's kept encouraging me to try different foods to improve my health and appetite. 

I added little salt and ghee as suggested on the pack. The simple plain looking ready to eat mix turned into a very tasty creamy pongal. Later I also felt that there is no need to add salt or ghee. I can have fresh curry or sambar or avial with this much to make it a full meal. 

I bought it at Daaram outlet in Hyderabad. I recommend you to try it if it is available near you or online. 

Amy's Vegetable Pot Pie

 I got this from NTIC Finest, JCube, Singapore. Not labeled as "Suitable for Vegetarians ". Ingredient list doesn't show meat of any kind. No international logo indicating vegetarian or vegan on package.

However, for Vegetarians who can tahan products made in environment where meat is handled, I recommend. If you can get this, try.

I really liked the flavour. Not enough for a 'meal'. But enough for quick or late night or brunch or supper. Microwave not good. Oven good. Toaster don't know. I liked it with a dollop of butter on top before into oven.