Let’s cozy up with a bowl of warm, creamy butternut squash soup. Butternut squash and cool weather go together like they were made for each other—which, really, they were. I was so happy to find butternut in stock again, and came home to make my favorite soup. My butternut squash soup is ultra creamy and full of complex roasted butternut squash flavor. This recipe has become a smash hit with readers, receiving a 5-star rating from well over 500 reviews!...
Hello friends. I’m typing from my friends’ light-filled home in Kansas City, with their two dogs puttering around nearby. It’s a happy place. I make a point to travel as much as possible, and the opportunity to travel has already presented itself twice this month. I pack light, sleep well and get to soak in new sights. It’s invigorating. I especially love the chance to catch up with old friends and meet new ones while I’m away....
It’s about time you met the vegetarian option at my family’s Thanksgiving—enchilada casserole! When I stopped eating meat several years ago, my mom was totally flummoxed on how to feed me. Granted, I was already a full-grown adult at this point, but she’s my mom and she likes to make sure I’m well fed. Mom has a small repertoire of go-to recipes, and while we were growing up, Mexican “lasagna” was one of them....
After the amount of sugar and desserts I’ve been posting lately, I was in ‘salad withdrawal’. Crispy pan fried Salmon fillets are a beautiful addition to this salad — especially with creamy avocado slices, crunchy croutons and the tang of parmesan cheese slices. My second confession is a major love for a perfect runny poached egg on top. At first I was hesitant to try salmon with egg, but then again, Niçoise Salad contains egg and Tuna....
As a kid, I didn’t like molasses flavored cookies. I’d crinkle my little nose at gingerbread men and reach for a snickerdoodle instead. I’ve changed my ways this year and finally learned to like—no, to love—the bittersweet flavor of molasses. Molasses retains some of the trace minerals found in the sugar cane plant, like iron and calcium, so it’s a sweetener worth learning to like. These cookies deliver a serious kick in the mouth, with a strong molasses flavor and lots of warm spices, including a dash of freshly ground black pepper....
The sticky dipping sauce also doubles as your marinade. No need for two separate sauces and extra complications. Just whip up one batch and divide in half; use one half as a marinade while the other half is simmered over stove top until it thickens into the perfect dipping sauce. Chicken Wings Chicken wings are normally thought of as an appetiser, but these can be served as a main with a side order of fried rice....
Actually this recipe of rava or sooji toast should have been an earlier post. I missed adding this post somehow strangely, considering the fact that I have been making this recipe from my teens. This rava toast was and still is one of our favorite breakfast recipes. on one of the tv shows, I had seen one elderly lady making this recipe. I found it ridiculously easy to make and from thence on, I have made these crisp toasts....
About Thai Yellow Curry Different types of curries are a significant part of the Thai food culture. This Thai Yellow Curry is one of the popular ones when it comes to Thai curries. The fact that I have turned the original non-vegetarian recipe into a vegetarian and vegan one, also makes this recipe worth a try. Not just Thai Yellow Curry, but for any curry in Thai cuisine, there are special types of paste that go into the curry....
How was your labor day weekend? Revitalizing, I hope? I spent the greater part of three days in Kansas City with my favorite bunch of friends. We ate dinner at Beer Kitchen, brunch at You Say Tomato, grilled out on the back porch and enjoyed a leisurely breakfast club (Kansas City edition) with Jordan‘s tasty oatmeal waffles. I even got to—wait for it—put on a sweater at night. A sweater!...
An old Turkey Meatball recipe I pulled out of my Instagram archives. A few of my readers made these this week and reminded me of how GOOD these are. Pesto and garlic infused Turkey meatballs are juicy and tender with so much flavour. Soft on the inside — not dry like most meatballs can be. With a mixture of spices, every bite is guaranteed a hint of Pesto flavour....
Veg chilli milli is a unique name for a dish. I first came across this dish in a few restaurants in Mumbai. The recipe name suggests a spicy chilly vegetable mix. Here I am sharing the way I make this recipe. This veg chilli milli recipe is very spicy. Generally I do not make spicy food at home, but for a change at times I do make some spicy Indo Chinese food or spicy vegetarian gravies like Veg Kolhapuri or Chilli paneer....
Fall is in the air, as they say. The green leaves are just beginning to acknowledge the change in seasons along their peripheries; my nose is following suit with incessant sneezes. It’s that wonderfully awkward transitional time when I’m never sure what to wear: shorts now, or a sweater for later? And what do I cook: the last of the tomatoes, or sweet potatoes? We’ll be bundled up in scarves, carving pumpkins and crafting Halloween costumes before we know it....
About Vegetarian Lasagna Recipe I had received many requests for a vegetarian lasagna recipe throughout the years, so I developed this spinach, mushroom, and cheese version that we’ve just fallen in love with. Layering long sheets of lasagna, your choice of melty cheese, a creamy, deeply flavorful spinach mushroom filling, and a simple tomato sauce yields a dinner whose sum is far greater than its parts. This easy vegetarian lasagna recipe is:...
Updated May 19, 2021 I’ve been absolutely loving the huge community that’s formed on my YouTube channel. I’m also having fun switching up my normal recipe videos with more lifestyle content. Hopefully, it not only gives you greater insight into “me” the person behind Downshiftology, but also a sneak peek into how I truly live my life and prioritize my wellness journey. Watch my What I Eat in a Day video And subscribe to my YouTube Channel for weekly cooking videos!...
A Healthy Instant Pot Lentil Soup Recipe I don’t know about you, but I particularly adore lentils. They’re earthy, packed with plant-protein and come in a variety of colors to suit any flavor profile. As an added bonus, lentils are highly beneficial, especially for heart health, since these small little legumes offer a good source of fiber, folic acid and potassium. They add vitamins, minerals and protein, which provides sustenance to any meal....
What is Garam Masala? Garam masala literally translates to warm (garam) spice (masala). It’s a traditional ground spice blend from the Indian subcontinent that infuses dishes with warmth, depth, and complexity. The whole spices are first toasted to bring out their natural flavor and aroma, then ground to form a powder. Often referred to as the “heart of Indian cuisine,” every home has its own spin on this blend, incorporating regional influences and locally grown spices....
Curry is a staple dish that has taken the world by storm. While curry exists in all parts of the world, from Thailand to Japan to the United Kingdom, today’s focus is on some of the Best Indian curries. These are the ones you are going to spot on Indian restaurant menus. Classic, refined, and always delicious, it’s a deep dive into Indian curry recipes. Let’s get started! Interested in learning more about curry?...
Updated Oct 28, 2024 For me, Christmas day itself is the gift that keeps on giving. It’s a day full of family, friends and memorable nostalgic feelings. But come Christmas dinner – we’re all looking forward to a night filled with the best holiday foods. I’m talking slices of meltingly tender prime rib, cheesy stuffed mushrooms, honey-glazed carrots, and festive drinks to keep the party going. Aside from the classics though, these Christmas dinner ideas will veer you into some new, exciting directions....
Almost everyone I know loves garlic bread and for good reasons! Well, first and foremost, it’s delicious. Second, it is so easy to make. My girls love making this for a quick snack when their friends come over. Usually, garlic bread is made in the oven pretty easily, but I decided to make it even easier - using the air fryer! This air fryer garlic bread recipe is ridiculously easy to make and is ready in 15 minutes....
About Aloo Kofta Recipe The first time I tried the Aloo Kofta was at a friend’s place, many years back. The curry was made by her mother which was a tomato based one, and the koftas were made with potatoes and paneer. It was one of the simplest versions of a kofta curry, yet so endearing that I got used to it and started making at my home as well. Till today, it is a favorite of me and my family....
