Soya 65 is a crispy, crunchy golden fried soya chunks that can be served as a snack, appetizer or even as side dish with pulao, biryani, jeera rice or fried rice. What is Soya 65? Soya 65 is a crispy and delicious fry made with cooked soya chunks, a vegan recipe that is inspired from the popular Chicken 65. In this Soya Chunks 65 fry recipe, I used soya chunks instead of meat and to be honest, it is as good as the original....
First I just have to, no want to, say thank you so much to those who have served our country… You guys are brave and you seriously rock! Since in my mind it is summer, that means only one thing, strawberries. Lots and lots and LOTS of strawberries, and watermelon and nectarines and blueberries. Ok, fine obviously all summer fruit is racing through my mind right now. Honestly, I can not get them out of my head....
It’s very rare that one of my brothers inspires a recipe, but if there was ever a recipe they could lend a helping hand in creating, it’s a cocktail. They love a good drink, especially during our family’s Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations. In between the cooking, you can usually find me mixing up cocktails, one by one, because everyone has their own preferences. And I always aim to please…it can be both a good and bad thing, but it’s what I do....
You can never go wrong with a cheesy baked pasta, some of my favorite renditions include chili mac, buffalo chicken pasta, and this lasagna loaded with plenty of spinach and cheese. Lasagna is a comfort food classic, no one can resist all those layers of tender pasta with plenty melted cheese. This spinach lasagna contains a generous amount of greens, and is loaded with flavor. You won’t miss the meat, I promise!...
When I’m looking to add a vegetable side to a meal, I often turn to simple casseroles such as corn pudding, broccoli casserole, or this cheesy squash version. A great way to use up all the squash from your summer garden. Squash Casserole Ingredients To make squash casserole you will need butter, flour, yellow squash, onion, dried thyme, cream, milk, cheddar cheese, buttery crackers, chives, salt and black pepper. This casserole is perfect for family meals and get-togethers....
My family devours anything that’s pizza flavored, like pizza dip, pizza muffins and this amazingly delicious Italian stromboli. A stromboli is a super versatile meal option that can be filled with so many different ingredients! When I’m looking for a fast dinner for the family, I often turn to homemade pizza. My kids would eat pizza every day if I let them! In an effort to switch things up a bit, I took the pizza concept and rolled it up – into a stromboli!...
Being from Delhi, I love my flatbreads, especially parathas. Stuffed paratha are a very popular north indian/punjabi breakfast.They parathas are satisfying and give your day a solid start. Growing up we would have stuffed paneer parathas or aloo parathas for breakfast every other day. Mooli or gobi parathas were made during winter mornings and they paired so good with hot chai. The combination of palak and paneer is very popular in vegetarian india cuisine....
Well, are you tired of all my summer recipes or are you loving them? I know I’ve been showcasing a lot of summer produce as of late. Lots of zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. But I’m so excited the peaches have finally arrived for summer! I spent this last week getting creative with a box of sweet peaches from Peaches LA. And you all, the recipes that are coming your way – I am so happy with them!...
Actually, there is also a little chipotle honey drizzle, but somehow I stopped myself from throwing that in there too. I have issues. Issues with trying to stuff way too much good stuff in one itty bitty slider bun. I had all these flavors going through my head, and then I just couldn’t stop with just one. The slaw is must, the crispy onions are the perfect topper and while the chipotle honey drizzle is not a must, it is pretty darn good....
Just like clockwork, every single August, you all ask me the same question: What do I do with all this zucchini I have? The typical recipes are just that—typical. There are a lot of grilled zucchini, zucchini salads, and zucchini bread. I have countless recipes I could share. But instead, I created something a little more exciting with a special yummy layer of flavor. A sweet (but, not too sweet) caramel brulée zucchini muffin!...
Is this weird? Ramen noodles in a salad? I wondered if it was, but I blocked all those thoughts out of my head and made this salad anyway. Sure, it might be a little weird, but it’s also beyond good, and the perfect way to enjoy ramen noodles during the warmer months of the year. And let’s be real, it’s kind of fun putting noodles in your salad, especially ramen....
I’m talking sweet AND savory. Most years I tend to go the all savory route with pumpkin. Remember, I rarely mix my chocolate with fruit (yes pumpkin is a fruit – it’s actually a berry!), I truly love an all chocolate dessert! Anyway, this year things are a bit different. It’s kind of pumpkin everything… and I am so into it. Me and pumpkin are definitely having a moment, which I think I’ve already mentioned… Ok, clearly, I am out of things to talk about if I am discussing my obsession with pumpkin....
Phew! Friday finally. And I have a very special recipe to share today. One from South of South India, especially from Dindugal – Thalappakkati Biryani. I realized it has been quite some time I shared any of my Sunday Biriyani recipes and to get back, this seemed like a great choice - this is a grandeur recipe, rich with spices and flavors. The history of Thalappakatti and this Biryani is quite unique –prepared and served for the first time in a small sized 4 seater restaurant in 1950s, this biryani recipe is now quite sought after and one of the most popular recipes....
There are certain items that my family requests every year for Thanksgiving such as sweet candied yams, crock pot mashed potatoes, Thanksgiving punch and this super delicious stuffing. Thanksgiving Stuffing Ingredients To make this savory Thanksgiving stuffing recipe make sure you have bread, butter, onion, celery, garlic, fresh sage, fresh parsley, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, eggs, chicken broth or turkey broth, salt and black pepper. Pair your stuffing with a smoked turkey breast, spiral ham or honey glazed ham for a memorable meal....
Easter is very early this year and falls on the very last Sunday in March. Personally, I think this is a little too early for Easter to be taking place, but here we are! I know so many of you have been searching high and low for the best-of-the-best Easter recipes. So this year, I thought it would be nice to pull the most loved holiday dishes and gather them all in one place....
When it comes to Christmas, I can’t help but to go all out. I love having fun with Christmas recipes, creating not only the cutest foods, but making them the most delicious too. This fun cocktail is no exception, this drink just screams Christmas and nothing else. It’s sweet and slightly chocolatey with just a hint of peppermint and ginger. Think gingerbread martini meets chocolate martini…basically it’s Christmas in a cup with a hit of vodka… The key to this cocktail is the molasses and pinch of ginger....
Whenever I make a Thanksgiving turkey, I save the carcass and some meat to make this fabulous turkey soup. Add a simple side dish, such as honey cornbread or garlic knots, then watch the rave reviews come in! Turkey Soup Recipe To make this delicious turkey soup recipe make sure you have the following ingredients for the broth: a turkey carcass, an onion, carrots, celery, peppercorns, parsley, thyme, garlic, a bay leaf and salt....
Can we talk about my serious love for French toast? I think it may just be one of my favorite breakfast/brunch foods. I mean what’s not to love? It’s soft, sweet, fluffy, buttery, eggy and well… completely delicious. Every year when Easter rolls around I just can’t seem to forgo including french toast on our Easter brunch menu… it’s such a favorite amongst everyone that it has become an Easter brunch tradition....
In almost every interview, I’m asked what my go-to menu for entertaining is. I always say the very same thing, lasagna. And not just one lasagna, but two. One more classic lasagna with Bolognese sauce. And then a white lasagna that’s always extra cheesy. I figured it was probably time I share BOTH of my go-to lasagna recipes for holiday entertaining. I might be in NYC today, but I’m already planning for our family Christmas in t-minus 2 weeks....
They are just so good and I am just so excited about them that I had not a clue how to convey the deliciousness in just one name. Welcome to the problems of my brain. Life’s probably pretty good if these are my problems, huh? Anyway, the bottom line is that these bars are definitely the type of bar I wish I got to eat growing up! I do not really eat any candy now, but for some reason I had a burning desire to basically make the trashiest, candy-loaded ice cream bar out there....
