"Spicy flavors zing through Heartland Masala, a delightful cookbook by mother-son team Jyoti and Auyon Mukharji. Recreating traditional Indian dishes in American kitchens, the book combines culinary history and commentary with a wealth of regional recipes. Spices are central to its work, which includes ample advice on tempering them in hot oil or ghee and on how to make spice mixtures. A descriptive addendum on the usage and storage of numerous spices, from amchoor to turmeric, is also included."--Provided by publisher.