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Pani Puri, as I call this awesome snack has always been a favorite since childhood. I remember me and my folks having pani poori from the pani puri wallah on the streets of Mumbai many times. I have even seen how the puris are made in bulk and then sold. While as a kid, I used to think, how come the puri puffs so much and stays crisp. There was a family, close to my house who used to make these puris in bulk, pack them and then supply them to grocery stores....

I’m always on the hunt for great whole grain, naturally sweetened baked good recipes and I’m happy to share another with you today. Well technically, it’s really more like three quick bread recipes in one, because the resulting loaves taste so different depending on which sweetener you use! I came across Joy’s recipe for quick molasses bread on a cold night this winter. Looking for an excuse to crank up the oven, I peeled myself off the couch, poured myself a drink, mixed all six (6!...

Since pears are in season I thought of sharing pear juice recipe. The taste of pear juice gives a hint of apple flavor and is quite refreshing. Adding ice cubes are optional but chilled juice tastes better. If you don’t want to use ice cubes then you can also use chilled water. Preparing pear juice is easy, just peel and then chop them. Then blend them in a juicer or blender....

Enjoy it with salsa chicken, creamy black beans, and homemade guacamole for a better-than-takeout Mexican meal! Mexican rice, also known as Spanish rice, is a staple dish in Mexican cuisine. It is typically made with long-grain rice, diced tomatoes, onions, garlic, and seasonings like cumin powder, chili powder, and paprika. This recipe is a restaurant-style Tex-Mex variation of the traditional Mexican Red Rice or Arroz Rojo and includes vegetables such as bell peppers and corn....

Who has time to marinade anyway? Especially when you come home in a manic rush and starving to the point of raiding anything that looks good in the pantry. You know how I like to keep things simple, right? And juicy? Well, to get to the point…that’s this chicken. The glaze on its own is such a beautiful thick sauce, the perfect combination of sweet and sexy — I mean sweet and salty — it’s hard not to dip your chicken into it with every bite....

The easiest Brussels Sprouts recipe for the holidays! Roasted Brussels Sprouts need little amount of prep work, ingredients and cooking time to make them absolutely incredible. A low carb recipe! ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS Another delicious side to add to your holiday dinner table. With all of the incredible recipes being shared lately, this one from Ina Garten (one of my favourite cooks) caught my eye, which is saying something since we are not huge fans of sprouts at all....

What is Shrikhand Popular in the western Indian states of Gujarat and Maharashtra, shrikhand is one of the easiest and tastiest desserts around. You can make this delicious sweetened yogurt using just 6 ingredients, and with only a few minutes of preparation. Seriously, it just takes 15 minutes of work! If sweetened yogurt doesn’t sound like much of a dessert to you, I should point out that shrikhand is considered an important component of Maharashtrian and Gujarati weddings....

Almost like a fully loaded Zuppa Toscana, this Slow Cooker Creamy Gnocchi Sausage Kale Soup is absolutely incredible, with a guilt-ridden sinful taste BUT only half the calories of regular creamy soups! It’s the addition of gnocchi (also known as soft and pillowy dumplings) that make this soup a family favourite! Slow Cooker Soup Recipe Put on your sweats and fluffy socks, and get ready to welcome winter with open arms and a bowl of heaven!...

Smothered Pork Chops are not for the faint hearted. If you’re a fan of juicy, succulent pan-fried pork chops, you will LOVE this tasty recipe! So versatile, you can serve them with anything… think Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Buttery Mashed Cauliflower for a lower carb option, or white rice to soak up the delicious sauce. SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS A Southern classic comfort food, crispy coated pork chops smothered in a rich onion gravy makes this a feast you will keep coming back to!...

Please tell me that I am not the only girl who leaves her keys in the door. Or loses her car in parking lots. Or drops her wallet on the sidewalk. Distracted is my middle name, but committing all three of those mistakes over the past few weeks is a personal record. I suppose I have to tell you the stories now, don’t I? I’ll start with the best one....

Serve this mung bean salad as an appetizer or side dish alongside dal-rice or grilled chicken, fish, or paneer. I love salads for their beautiful color and texture. And when I can get a salad made in only 10 minutes - with plant-based protein to top it off - that is a feat for me in the kitchen. Plus, it’s completely vegan, gluten-free, oil-free - and optionally nut-free - with the choice to make ahead and customize it with any veggies you please....

You GUYS! Okay, so I may be dying slowly of the freezing cold temperatures hitting us at the moment, BUT that did NOT stop me from drinking one (okay, three) of these slushies last night. Cold? WHO? NOT ME! For just about all of my readers enjoying the sunshine and heat and poolside good times, these Strawberry Rosé Slushies are just what you need to cool yourselves down! Rosé Slushies Yes, we are totally upside down on the wrong side of the world (wrong because it’s SO COLD), and we may be up to our eye balls in skivvies and sweaters and scarves, but picture this: 2 of us fully clothed and shivering people, waiting for our heater to turn on, while blending frozen strawberries and wine and ice, drinking said blended boozed strawberries and ice, and proceeding to drink the hell out of each slushy WHILE SHIVERING and not being able to stop because ROSÉ SLUSHIES!...

You might be surprised at how easy it is to make high quality hummus from your very own kitchen. Using just one simple trick, I will show you how to make the fluffiest, creamiest hummus you’ve ever tried! HUMMUS Hummus: The most versatile dip with limitless accompaniments, like our Fried Tortilla Chips, Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges, or a few cheeky slices of our Artisan Bread. This hummus recipe is the perfect addition to your snack table which is why it’s so important to perfect that consistency!...

Who wants a drink? It’s been a long week. Let’s relax with an Old Fashioned, one of the oldest cocktails around. The Old Fashioned is for whiskey lovers, certainly, but it also might convince naysayers to become whiskey cocktail drinkers after all. Like mulled wine, the Old Fashioned is perfect during the holidays, on chilly evenings, and basically any time you find yourself sitting around a fire. It’s a bold, dynamic drink that’s a little citrusy and a little sweet....

Updated Oct 27, 2024 Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes I’ve Ever Made While a perfectly roasted turkey always takes center stage at Thanksgiving, the truth is that having a good assortment of side dishes is key. And the best Thanksgiving sides can often outshine the turkey! So here are a few things to think about: Classics are classics for a reason: While you can get creative in the kitchen, don’t look past mainstay classics like creamy mashed potatoes, honey glazed carrots, and balsamic bacon Brussels sprouts....

Uttapam and dosa are popular south-Indian crepes made from fermented rice and lentil batter and are typically topped or filled with a variety of vegetables. The batter is cooked much the same way as pancakes and waffles. Today’s recipe is a fusion between two of my family’s favorite brunch dishes - classic American waffles and dosa, or uttapam. This recipe takes the already delicious south-Indian crepes to another notch and creates a crispy, craggily golden-brown crust topped with onion, tomato, chili, and chaat masala....

Both my korma recipes are with step by step photos and taste awesome. Make any of them with the gadgets you have. What is Korma? Korma, also called as Kurma is an aromatic gravy or sauce based dish that is popular in India as well as in Central Asia. Korma is a specialty from the Mughlai cuisine. The base gravy or sauce varies with the region the Korma recipe comes from....

What is Pulao Called by various names such as pilaf or pulav, Vegetable Pulao is one of the most common rice dishes in India, the other being Veg Biryani. A Veg Pulao is basically an easy rice based dish made with spices, herbs and vegetables in a pot. Additionally there are non-vegetarian versions of pulao too. You will find many different vegetarian pulao recipes on the blog including Peas Pulao, Kashmiri Pulao, Tawa Pulao, Paneer Pulao and more....

What day is it again? I went on a whirlwind trip to California this week. I flew west to sunny Sacramento on Monday afternoon and stepped back into heavy, humid Kansas City air on Wednesday night. In between those flights, I learned all about almonds (we even toured an almond orchard!), caught up with Erin, met some awesome dietitians and drank plenty of California wine, of course. I’ll tell you more about it later!...

While there are many dishes that are made exclusively only with pumpkin, some dishes include pumpkin with other vegetables. In this Pumpkin Recipes compilation, I have largely shared dishes made with the yellow-orange pumpkin and the white pumpkin or ash pumpkin (ash gourd/wax gourd/winter melon). More on Pumpkin Pumpkin is a versatile and nutritious vegetable belonging to the gourd family. Native to North America, pumpkins have been cultivated for thousands of years and have become popular worldwide for their culinary, decorative and nutritional uses....