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    About

    Hi there, and welcome to The Kitchen Docs! I am Vaishali, the voice behind The Kitchen Docs, an avid home cook, mom, wife, and researcher by profession, currently living in the Heartland, USA. This is my happy place, and I'm so excited you stopped by!

    Vaishali standing with a platter of sliced mocha loaf cake in her hands.

    My Beginnings

    Raised in India, I was fortunate to grow up surrounded by the rich culinary traditions of North India, thanks to my parents—my mother, a school teacher and an innovative cook, and my father, an academician and administrator and consultant for agricultural extension with a love for gardening and cooking.​

    Growing up, my sister and I were brought up on fresh produce from our kitchen garden; lentils, wheat, and rice straight from the best farmers there are in the Indo-Gangetic Plains; and with great and deeply grounded family values.

    After moving to the United States to get my PhD, I began exploring American cooking styles while staying true to my Indian roots. This fusion of flavors and techniques became the foundation of The Kitchen Docs.

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    My Mission: Sharing Flavorful Recipes

    At The Kitchen Docs, we believe in celebrating the joy of cooking through family-friendly recipes that blend traditional Indian flavors with global influences. My content is rooted in personal experiences, aiming to inspire and empower home cooks to create meals that are flavorful, easy to put together, and nourish body and soul.

    This space reflects years of living among diverse cultures and my deep-rooted passion for cooking. Through the moves and changes, one thing has remained constant—cooking brings a sense of comfort and belonging. It ties us to cherished memories and creates new ones, no matter where life takes us.

    Vaishali standing by a Indian spice box on a kitchen counter.

    My work

    I love sharing my culture with the community through food. And what better way to do that than through cooking classes? I have been the featured instructor of UFM and have taught cooking classes from beginner-level home style Indian to more advanced Indian dishes.

    What you'll find here

    After so much home cooking, it's no wonder we are bored with the staples. But experimenting with flavor can bring the fun back and make everyday food extraordinary. Here you will find bold but simple recipes to get your taste buds tingling. Let's throw the rule book out and have fun!

    At The Kitchen Docs, I share recipes that are approachable, nourishing, and full of flavor. From traditional Indian dishes to baked treats with a global twist, everything is tested in my home kitchen—often with help (and honest reviews) from my husband and kids. Whether you’re an experienced cook or just starting your journey, my goal is to help you feel confident and inspired.

    Popular Posts

    These are my all-time favorite recipes of the readers and followers of the blog. Whether a fruity dessert, an Indian curry, a protein-packed drink or baked goodness- they are all here!

    • Blueberry Cobbler Recipe_Featured Image
      Easy Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
    • Ravioli in Creamy Garlic and Spinach White Sauce
      Ravioli in Creamy Garlic and Spinach “White” Sauce
    • IcedProteinCoffee
      Easy Iced Protein Coffee | Latte, Vegetarian, Make it Vegan
    • VegetablesinCreamSauce_Tandoori_FI
      Vegetables in Spiced Cream Sauce | Easy, Tandoori
    • Strawberries and Cream FI
      Strawberries and Cream
    • BestEverCinnamonRolls_FI
      Best Ever Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
    • Close up glazed berry cream cheese crescent roll in a hand.
      Easy Berry Cream Cheese Rolls
    • Banana pudding with a vanilla wafer on top in a blue and white ceramic plate on a blue background.
      Easy Banana Pudding Recipe (No Bake)

    Love – Vaishali.

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    Hey, I'm Vaishali!

    Welcome! I am so excited to cook and talk life with you. Here, you will find my kitchen journal full of mostly healthyish recipes that are family friendly, use seasonal and fresh ingredients, plant forward, packed with healing Indian spices and indulgent desserts.

    More about me

    Spring Recipes

    • Close up of creamy risotto with asparagus and peas in a white ceramic bowl.
      Easy No-stir Spring Risotto with Asparagus and Peas
    • A lentil and roasted vegetable salad with spinach and feta cheese served in a white and blue ceramic bowl against a white marbled background.
      Lentil and Roasted Vegetable Salad with Feta and Greek Dressing
    • Aloo Gajar Mutter – A quick stir-fry of potatoes, carrots and peas with dry Indian spices
    • Slices of Citrus Scented Carrot Cranberry Loaf Cake
      Citrus Scented Carrot Cranberry Loaf Cake
    • Turmeric keto cauliflower rice recipe that comes together in one pot in less than 15 minutes. A great low carb alternatice to rice.
      Turmeric Cauliflower Rice or Gobhi Kutra
    • Vegan Instant Pot Lentil Carrot soup with turmeric
      Instant Pot Carrot and Lentil Soup

    Most Popular Recipes

    • Ravioli in Creamy Garlic and Spinach White Sauce
      Ravioli in Creamy Garlic and Spinach “White” Sauce
    • BestEverCinnamonRolls_FI
      Best Ever Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
    • IcedProteinCoffee
      Easy Iced Protein Coffee | Latte, Vegetarian, Make it Vegan
    • VegetablesinCreamSauce_Tandoori_FI
      Vegetables in Spiced Cream Sauce | Easy, Tandoori
    • Banana pudding with a vanilla wafer on top in a blue and white ceramic plate on a blue background.
      Easy Banana Pudding Recipe (No Bake)
    • Blueberry Cobbler Recipe_Featured Image
      Easy Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

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