This blueberry smoothie recipe is “basic” in the best of ways. It’s cold, creamy, nutritious and delicious. I crave this smoothie in the morning and it keeps me going until lunch. What more can you hope for in a smoothie? All you need to make these blueberry smoothies are four basic ingredients: frozen blueberries and bananas, almond butter and almond milk. Blend them up for a luscious, plant-based treat!...

Bendakaya fry or Bendakaya vepudu translates to okra fry. Don’t get misled by the word fry. Here the word ‘fry’ does not mean deep frying. But sauteing the okra until it is perfectly cooked. Besides okra the other ingredients are also sauteed. There are different versions of making this Andhra style okra fry. What I am sharing is the simplest version. I have already shared a few more versions of bhindi fry like:...

Karela or bitter gourd is a vegetable that is not liked by many people. Personally, I know so many people who just don’t eat this veggie. The reason is obvious. It has a strong bitter taste that many people don’t like. Bitter gourd was often made in our house and even while growing up I would just love the bitter taste. We would make Bitter gourd fry, stuff them or make chips....

Can we take an informal poll today? How many of you all secretly or not-so-secretly love cold, gloomy winter days? On the contrary, how many of you are desperate for warm, sunny spring days? I’m firmly in the sunshine camp and generally assume that everyone else is in my camp, but my friend Mara lives for gray days. I don’t get it. I really don’t. So, which side are you on?...

Yes. Cappuccino French Toasts. Aka Milky Coffee soaked French Toasts stuffed with Melted Chocolate; topped with a Coffee Cream and dusted with Chocolate Dusting Powder! Who woulda thought you could take your favourite Cappuccino and turn it into a French Toast? I searched Hi and Low for a recipe like this online…and came up with nothing. So it’s safe to say this is definitely a Cafe Delites original! What inspired this perfect coffee loving stack of caffeine and chocolate all in one?...

Christmas Wreath You all know how much we love Caprese over here! I mean, what’s not to love? Fresh and juicy grape tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves are dressed with olive oil and Italian herbs! A combination PERFECT for a Caprese Christmas Wreath! Load it all up with toothpicks for easy picking or skewering while adding to a ‘wreath’ design, and watch their faces as they enjoy every piece of this appetizer....

About Capsicum Rice Recipe For those who like Capsicum or Bell Pepper, here’s a fragrant and flavorful Capsicum Rice Pilaf or Pulao made with green bell peppers, rice and some typical North Indian spices. It is mildly spiced and light rice dish. Thus, is a hit with kids or folks who do not prefer spicy food. It can also be packed in the tiffin box with a side of lentils, curry or chutney....

About Cheese Bread Pakora Imagine thick slices of bread, generously smeared with a creamy mixture of grated cheese and chilies. Each slice is then sandwiched together, creating a decadent cheese-filled center that promises a gooey, melty surprise with every bite. This is exactly what the Cheese Bread Pakora, another variant of the classic North Indian bread pakora is. In Mumbai, in some places, the bread pakora is made with pav which is stuffed with a potato filling, coated with gram flour (besan) batter and deep fried....

If you’re looking for a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies your sweet tooth and nourishes your body, you will love this Chia Pudding! This creamy, dreamy pudding is not only a treat for your taste buds but also packs a punch of nutrition. Whip it up in minutes, let it chill, then top it with fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, or high-protein granola, and you’ve got a versatile dish perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert!...

If you love a traditional beef stroganoff, try our irresistible Chicken Stroganoff recipe! Golden skinless chicken breasts smothered in a full-flavoured stroganoff sauce for an easy weeknight dinner. Chicken Stroganoff has never been better… STROGANOFF RECIPE Seasoned chicken breasts perfectly browned in our favourite oil/butter mix creates beautiful browned bits in the pan, creating incredible flavours in our gravy. And this recipe makes PLENTY of sauce! Ready in minutes and so versatile, you’ll love cooking chicken stroganoff for your family or guests....

This is absolutely due to your support, and I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it. When we were shopping around this book concept to publishers, I bragged on Cookie and Kate readers for being the best people on the internet. The publishers were like, “Yeah yeah, sure, that’s what all the bloggers say.” I want to hug and high-five you for proving me right. I don’t deserve you, but I made you a chocolate peanut butter tart to celebrate!...

Salty + sweet and ADDICTIVE homemade Christmas crack made with crackers, butter, brown sugar, chocolate chips and Reese’s. Perfect to give out as gifts along with our Best Fudgy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies and Rum Balls, or serve as a dessert with a Churro Christmas Tree! The EASIEST Christmas candy to make! WHAT’S IN CHRISTMAS CRACK? A super addictive and popular christmas treat made with salty crackers and sweet toffee, and smothered in melted chocolate....

Yep. That about sums it up. We can all go home now. Ok. Not really. Who loves Macaroni Cheese? Raise yo hands in the air like ya just don’t care. Who loves Creamy Chicken and Mushroom, with broccoli and other good things? Raise yo’ hands again and keep waving em, I see you. But then, mixing all that up with Parmesan Cheese. Who woulda thunk it? Me, that’s who....

It’s been unseasonably warm here in Kansas City. As much as I want to dust off my boots, I’ve decided to embrace the warmer weather and milk it for all it’s worth. It’s sunny and 70 degrees today! How could I complain? I’m sharing this refreshing cocktail in the hopes that you’ll savor this warm weather with me. Let’s sit on the patio and enjoy a cool cucumber drink. There’s still plenty of time for pumpkin spice everything....

Instant Pot ULTRA 10-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker is the newest addition to the very popular Instant Pot brand. Like other models, the ULTRA comes in 3 sizes too 3 qt, 6 qt and 8 qt. I recently wrote a review for the Instant Pot ULTRA 6 qt. You can check it out here: Instant Pot ULTRA 6 Quart REVIEW UNBOXING What does the Instant Pot ULTRA come with? (Parts & Accessories) Anti-Block Shield: The anti block shield is located on the inner side of the lid....

What is Jhal Muri When you translate the Bengali name of the dish Jhal Muri, it means ‘spicy’ that refers to ‘jhal’ and ‘puffed rice’ that refers to ‘muri.’ You really can’t imagine the street food of Kolkata without mentioning this uber essential snack. Though there may be variations that differ from hawker to hawker, the essence is the same. That is, like most street food snacks in other regions of India, the Jhal Muri is also a scrumptious amalgamation of ingredients which are spicy, sweet, sour and tangy....

“Kovakkkai” is the Tamil name for ivy gourd and poriyal is a sauteed or stir-fried recipe made with any vegetable. Ivy gourd is also known as “tindora” in Hindi and “tendli” in Marathi languages. So this kovakkai poriyal can also be called as ivy gourd stir-fry. The stir-frying is done on a low heat and not on a high heat so that the ivy gourd slices get cooked uniformly and do not get burnt....

About Laccha Paratha This flaky crispy paratha variant is also called as Lachedar paratha or Paratwala paratha. In Punjabi language “Parat” or “Lachha” means layer and layers can be seen on the paratha when it gets cooked. The South Indian variation of this laccha paratha is Parotta which is made from all-purpose flour and is a specialty of Malabar cuisine from the South Indian state of Kerala. The Malabar parotta is more softer than laccha paratha due to the all-purpose flour....

More on Mango Juice I am somewhat of a mango juice expert, as I love all things mango. From Mango Milkshake and Mango Smoothie, to Mango Cheesecake and Mango Pudding, this bright and tropical fruit is absolutely my favorite to include in recipes. And if given the option between a slice of mango or a glass of juice, I’ll happily choose the mango nectar juice every time. Although I’ve been a big fan of mango juice for many years, I more than often prefer to make it specifically with organic alphonso mangoes....

About Mysore Rasam Rasam is a tangy or tart, thin, soup-like dish that is a part of South Indian meals. Rasam is made with lentils, fruits and vegetables. To get the tart taste in a rasam, tamarind is used. There are many rasam variants and this Mysore Rasam is one such variety. Unlike the usual and regular South Indian rasam variants, Mysore Rasam is made with lentils and also has fresh coconut in it....