3 Recipes to Pamper the Women in Your Life

Women's Day is a special occasion to honour and appreciate the remarkable women in our lives. What better way to celebrate their strength, love, and achievements than by treating them to a culinary delight? Whether it's a thoughtful breakfast in bed, a luxurious dessert, or a delightful snack, these recipes are a heartfelt way to express appreciation and celebrate the women who bring joy and love into your life. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to pamper and delight the women who mean the world to you!

1. Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Risotto, a luscious combination of Arborio rice, sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, and a velvety cream sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the vegetable broth until hot.
• In a separate microwave-safe dish, combine the olive oil, onion, and garlic. 
• Microwave on high power for 2 minutes or until the onions is translucent. The Voltas Beko microwave with a large turntable ensures that the vegetables are cooked in a shorter time!
• Stir in the rice and microwave for another 2 minutes.
• Gradually add the hot vegetable broth to the rice, stirring well after each addition.
• Microwave on medium power for 10 minutes.  Stir it occasionally.
• Stir in the mushrooms and microwave for an additional 5 minutes.
• Fold in the spinach leaves, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Microwave for 2 minutes or until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts.
• Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the creamy goodness!

2. Thai Peanut Butter Noodles, a quick and easy dish is perfect for a satisfying meal that is bursting with flavour.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups spaghetti or linguini pasta
• 1/3 cup natural peanut butter 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• Crushed peanuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain and set aside.
• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, olive oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar.
• Microwave the peanut sauce on medium power for 30 seconds to soften the peanut butter. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
• Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with the peanut sauce. Toss the pasta until it is evenly coated with the sauce.
• Microwave the pasta and sauce mixture on medium power for 2 minutes, or until heated through. The digital display in Voltas Beko microwave allows you to keep an eye on the pasta being cooked in the microwave oven even when you are busy doing other chores in the kitchen.
• Remove from the microwave and give it a good stir.
• Serve the Thai Peanut Butter Noodles hot, garnished with crushed peanuts if desired and enjoy the creamy, nutty, and slightly spicy flavors of this fusion dish!

3. Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting, delectable Red Velvet Cupcakes topped with a creamy and tangy cream cheese frosting. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• Red food coloring (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 4 cups cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.

If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to achieve the vibrant red color.

Divide the batter evenly into cupcake liners and bake in the Voltas microwave on high power for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

For the cream cheese frosting, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Place the frosting in the Voltas Beko refrigerator for an hour. The NeoFrost™ Dual Cooling technology keeps the natural goodness intact.

Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!