Indian Betty Crocker

I just wanted to let you all know that I made my first Daal yesterday. I basically learned it so that I could cook it for my brother. It was so fun! Retna showed me all the ingredients, most of which we picked from around the compound.

This daal was amazing. It was thick, and yellow with hearty vegetables. MMmm, i haven't eaten a daal like this yet while i have been here. Then they made me a new type of raggie ball that is more soft. They shoved fish down my throat, I didn't want to eat it since i was so full but they insisted! I actually felt like i gained ten pounds. I went to bed hurting from all the food. OH ya, did i mention that she made me eat four chipati? I said, no, no i am full.. but that didn't matter. I HAD TO EAT IT! But boy was it good. I hope that when i make it at home it turns out half as good as this one did. It was really easy too, so i think i just might. I'll maybe settle down on the oil though.. oh those indian's love their oil. She wants to teach me some more recipes, so I may learn one or two more before I leave. Who can turn down personal, indian cooking lessons? NOT ME!

I also have been starting to like the Indian sweets.. something is wrong. haha. They are so full of sugar. i might actually have to go on a NO sugar diet when i get home.. wait a minute, cookies have sugar.. Ok, so i'll stop putting sugar in my tea.

The days are getting better and shorter! See you all soon. Well, I'll be in Canada soon. Visit me at Roseau! (or write me a letter, mail days are oh so fun.)
xo