Desserts in the fall are just better, and this cake is the perfect example. I’ve been excited to share this for weeks, but I’ve been waiting for just the right Friday in September to share it. Today’s launch of our Apple Cider candle felt perfect! If you haven’t yet done so, be sure to order your apple cider candle! They’re already almost sold out! When I was younger, I didn’t eat apple fritters or apple cider doughnuts....
This herby and smoky roasted baingan bharta will convert non-eggplant lovers! It comes together in a few easy steps and has a pronounced flavor of mustard oil and green herbs along with a robust flavor of garlic & ginger. Sharing this loved family recipe in this post that we serve on makar sankranti with urad dal khichdi. Though my grandmother made it mostly on Sankranti, I make it all year round whenever I find good quality eggplants....
One thing I love about chicken wings is that they are so versatile. They can be made with any number of sauces from buffalo to barbecue. This grilled chicken wings recipe is one of my favorites with plenty of garlic and herb flavor. If you’re a wing lover, be sure to also check out my baked chicken wings, smoked chicken wings and lemon pepper chicken wings. Whenever I’m entertaining, I love to put out a big platter of grilled chicken wings....
Grilled shrimp doesn’t get any easier than this version which features bold sriracha and lemon flavors. Here in California the weather is nice enough that we can grill almost year round, which is great because it’s one of my favorite cooking methods. I come up with the recipes and my husband mans the barbecue. This recipe for grilled lemon sriracha shrimp is one of his favorite meals and my dad happens to love it too....
You can’t go wrong with a hearty casserole such as sausage and rice casserole, chile relleno bake and chicken and broccoli casserole. Hamburger casserole is also on my regular rotation, and it’s always a big hit with both kids and adults. When I’m looking for an easy dinner that I know my family will love, I turn to hamburger casserole. It’s got seasoned beef in a savory sauce, with plenty of cheese on top....
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What I love so much about fall food is that it’s comforting, cozy, warming, and typically on the heartier side. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE a good salad (though I do prefer warm, roasted salads over cold salads). But I think it’s obvious that I really shine when it comes to cozy, comfort food. In fact, I want one of my upcoming cookbook titles to be Half Baked Harvest Cozy....
I love making jams and preserves at home, given my sweet tooth. I have already made Pineapple Jam, Jackfruit Preserve and Orange Marmalade, all are a big hit at our home. So the story of how I ended up making this Homemade Strawberry Jam is a bit funny and sweet at the same time. One fine day last week, my parents were out shopping for vegetables and fruits. My mom apparently spotted some organic fresh strawberries, thought I would love them and use them for my recipe trials, got a pack home....
I’m a big fan of Cajun style food, I regularly make New Orleans BBQ shrimp and gumbo for my family. This jambalaya recipe has become a new favorite in my house, it’s loaded with meat, seafood and veggies and has tons of flavor. When I see jambalaya on a restaurant menu, I always have to order it. That combination of meat, seafood and tender rice just can’t be beat! I’ve created an easy version of jambalaya that can be made at home, yet tastes as good (or better) than the restaurant version....
Whenever I’m hosting a gathering, I make sure to have plenty of options for the adults, including champagne punch, pineapple punch (just add rum!) and these super easy Jello shots. Jello Shots Ingredients To make Jello shots you will need just three ingredients: Jello mix, water and vodka. These drinks are perfect with party appetizer recipes like bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers, pigs in a blanket and bacon deviled eggs. This post is not sponsored by nor affiliated with Kraft Heinz or JELL-O....
This refreshing salad consists of diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, green chillies, and fresh cilantro and offers a delightful crunch and a cooling touch to any Indian meal. This classic indian salad recipe is one of the most easy recipe that you can put together in few minutes! Once you taste it, you won’t be able to resist its flavors! It not only serves as a refreshing dish on its own but also complements everyday meals like dal tadka, curries and pulao, making it a must-have addition to any Indian feast!...
WordPress tell me today is my blog’s third birthday! 🙂 Three years?! That seems like a long time but what a journey it has been so far.. A BIG thank you to the friends I have made here and a very BIG thank you to all the readers too! And last but the not least BIGGEST thank you to those of you who have been trying out my recipes and being the biggest motivation for me to keep doing this every day!...
I never thought I would be saying this, but I’m so excited about these biscuits. These are some of the best biscuits you will make, and surely the best biscuits I’ve created. They’re stacked tall, so flaky, extra buttery, and swirled throughout with sharp cheddar cheese and spicy jalapeños… Then finished with sweet, creamy (and a touch salty), honey butter. So good. So Delicious. Do you want to know a little fact?...
Anyone else slowly starting to dream up that topical spring vacation? I’ve hit that point in the winter when I want nothing more than a trip to Florida for some warmth and sunshine. Anyone else? When I was growing up, my family would travel to Florida every Easter. I’m longing for one of those trips right now! So instead I’ve been thinking about all the places I’m excited to travel to once traveling is “normal” again....
Start of another week. This week is going to be super busy for me, with so many activities lined uu front. On top of it, weekend was so quick and filled with tension as Amma was not keeping well. Thankfully everything is back to normal. It’s hard to stay away from parents, especially at times when I know they need our support. I was this close to go to Chennai but everyone wanted me to take it light....
Every so often, I keep looking for food props, plates, bowls and anything that I can use to improve my food photography. Last summer, I was looking for a popsicle mould that met my requirements and just couldn’t find one. During the core months of winter, I found something I liked and been saving it for months to make popsicles and share over here. That’s how those Creamy Chocolate Fudge Pops happened....
I love fresh seafood whether it’s lobster tails, bacon wrapped scallops, or a dish that features crab. These crab cakes are my go-to recipe when I’m looking for something that will impress my family and friends. Whenever I go to my local seafood restaurant, I have to order the crab cakes. I’ve since learned how to make this dish at home, and it’s actually quite easy. In fact, I think my homemade crab cakes are even better than the restaurant version....
This blog requires no introduction to my love for Parathas – the stuffed Indian flat bread. When I had made the Kadai Paneer gravy, I wanted a really delicious flat bread to go with instead of regular chapati/roti. That’s when the idea of Masala Paratha came up. Something spicy, something light, something flavorful and something that is really beautiful – that is Masala Paratha for you. This flat bread has all the spices added into the dough even while it is made and hence, it is just delicious on its own....
Holi is around the corner and in our home, chaat is a favorite during the festival of colors. This year, I wanted to make something different besides aloo chaat. With spring knocking, making tikki with fresh green peas that are already showing up in the market these days sounded perfect. Matar ki chaat is hugely popular in Uttar Pradesh (north india) and whenever we visited Lucknow especially during winters, it used to be on repeat....
And today is totally not. Don’t you just love how you get a little bit of everything over here? I am hoping so, because honestly that is just me. So many people in one family means a lot of different flavors, opinions and foods. I made these stuffed peppers the other day, purely because I was tired of cooking dinner. Let me explain, typically I make a lot of things during one day, but I almost never have a meal that everyone will eat....
