So far this week I have made us dinner, breakfast and dinner again. I think we all know what tomorrow is all about, so I figured lunch was in order. Oh and a side note, I actually could not even remember the posts that went up this week. I had to take a look back through the site just to figure out what I have posted thus far. Either my memory sucks or I am making too many things....
By now all you must know how much of a sweet tooth I have. I always crave for sweets at odd times, like in the midnight or only when I don’t have even a small bit of chocolate. So I am always in the lookout for perfect 1 or 2 minute dessert recipes. I always resort to my fail-proof microwave chocolate mug cake – It is moist, light and extremely delicious....
With recipes such as crispy wings, spicy nuggets and Asian inspired dishes, there’s a fried chicken dish for everyone! Who loves that good homestyle fried chicken? I know I do. Every so often I get that craving for juicy, crispy fried chicken and have to make some. Nothing comes close to it. In my opinion, homemade fried chicken is way better than what you’d get at a restaurant. Fried chicken isn’t just a dinner recipe any longer....
Start your Thanksgiving off right with appetizer recipes so good that you’ll almost forget about dinner! Whether you are hosting a holiday feast this year or you just want to bring something special, don’t forget the appetizers. There is nothing better than the smell of turkey in the oven and an amazing snack at your fingertips. For everybody watching a game or chatting in the kitchen, a bowl of something to munch on is a must....
I don’t know what’s going on, but I sure am having fun with the vegan eats right now. I mean, don’t get me wrong, you guys know I love all things dairy, especially goat dairy, but it’s fun playing around with different foods. To recap, in the last month I’ve made a total of five vegan desserts. Say hello to this Chai Cashew and Hemp Latte, these Dark Chocolate Covered Coconut Bars, these Vegan Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Muffins, this Vegan Chocolate Custard Cake, and this Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Granola....
When I’m entertaining, I like to make sure I have plenty of appetizer recipes ready to serve to my guests. Some of my favorites include Southwestern egg rolls, smoky muhammara dip, fried mushrooms, Italian peperonata and these simple yet satisfying antipasto skewers. Having a party? This antipasto skewer recipe is the perfect way to celebrate! These easy appetizers look fancy, but they take just minutes to prepare, require no cooking, and can be made in advance....
Some days are just about comfort food and today is one such day. I don’t know if there is a better comfort food than a good Sambar for us South Indians. What’s better, the same when it is made from fresh ground sambar masala. Arachuvitta Sambar is made from fresh ground spices, adding a lot of flavor and aroma to this Sambar. My Amma has quite a reputation among our family for her Sambar, especially Arachuvita Sambar....
Cheesy. Cheddar. Corn. Stuffed. Jalapeño. Poppers…and wrapped in bacon too! The combination of cheesy corn, spicy jalapeños, and crispy smoky bacon is just too good to pass up. Especially when summer corn is in season, I mean, right? Yess! If you dislike bacon, I’m so sorry, but for those of you who enjoy bacon, these are truly delicious. PS. I do have to add that if you really do hate bacon, these are still great without....
Sometimes I crave for spicy or crispy food just like I have my cravings for desserts – basically I am a foodie and I crave for good food all the time 😀 Taking health into consideration, deep fried or oily snacks are a NO-NO on a regular basis at our home. During one such evening when I was craving for something spicy, I quickly made these baked broccoli patties as an evening snack and it was much loved at home....
Happiest Friday from New York! What a special time to be here in the city, it’s just beautiful and so full of color right now. Very much what I am all about – so happy to be here! And I have the most perfect recipe to celebrate the weekend, it screams, “Autumn in New York!”. As I walk around the city and take in all of the fall sights, I’m reminded of just how wonderful the season is....
I love stir fries for a quick meal that’s full of flavor. Some of my favorites include honey garlic chicken stir fry, teriyaki shrimp, and this delicious beef broccoli. This chicken and broccoli stir fry has been one of the most popular recipes on my site for years, it was only a matter of time before a beef and broccoli stir fry came to be! This recipe tastes just like something you’d order at a Chinese restaurant, but is super easy to make at home....
When it’s cold outside, I like to offer up drink recipes that take advantage of fresh fruit for a bright and cheery mood lifter. Some of my favorites include vodka punch, a cranberry margarita, cranberry mimosa and this colorful blood orange margarita. Blood oranges are only in season for a very short period of time, which is why I try to take advantage of them when they’re in the stores!...
And I also know it is a little out there. Buffalo sauce in stuffing and with beer bread? Well, I know it’s weird, but it works. And if you are into it, there is bacon too. Bacon and stuffing work, right? My family does not really like stuffing. Every year I try to make a new version, but still no one goes for it. All they want is the turkey, gravy, buttery mashed potatoes and buttered rolls....
I have to say, I’ve really loved every recipe this week, and all for different reasons. They’re tried and true summer recipes, perfect for cookouts, dinner parties, or even just a simple summer dinner enjoyed outside. With all of the tomatoes slowly showing up at the farmer’s markets and grocery stores, Caprese salads are what we all want to be making. When my Nonnie or mom would entertain over the summer months, there was guaranteed to be a Caprese salad served....
I am obsessed. Obsessed with all things butternut, pomegranate and cranberries. Yesterday I made three recipes featuring either pomegranates and/or cranberries. I am pretty sure that as I write this the floors around my house are sprinkled with big bright red cranberries. Hey, at least it’s festive! Also, when I set out to make this pizza, I promise I did not intend for it to look like Christmas exploded all over....
Summer days and nights are meant to be enjoyed over simple dinners shared with family and friends. We love meals made entirely on the grill, no-bake pasta salads, or even just simple homemade pizzas. But of all the summer recipes, we love kebobs the most. Something about a good chicken kebob is always so much fun! This recipe is special for its bright colors, ease of making, and of course, deliciousness....
My family loves chili, whether it’s turkey chili, beef chili or any other type of this savory stew. Using a homemade chili seasoning really takes this dish to a whole new level of flavor! When I was in college, I learned how to make chili with a package of ground meat, a can of beans and a packet of prepared seasoning. Those seasoning packets contain quite a bit of sodium, as well as other preservatives and ingredients you might not want in your dinner....
Oh Mondays, I feel like you either love them or hate them. I’m one of the weird ones that loves Monday. I love the fresh start to a new week, the hustle Monday brings, and on this particular Monday, I’m in love with this salad. Um, hello? Do you see it? It’s probably one of the most loaded and colorful salads I’ve made in a while, and I could not be more excited to tell you all about it today....
Chocolate Frankenstein Cake…ok, so he may not be so scary, but I mean how cute is he? My sister, Asher told me I could not make him too scary or she might to be too scared to eat him! That could not happen, chocolate cake is her favorite! I started with my favorite chocolate cake recipe, but you can use any cake recipe or box you like! Around here everything has to be chocolate…....
Pumpkin cheesecake is great on its own, but when you stuff it inside a chocolate muffin it’s even more delicious! There’s just something magical about the combination of chocolate and pumpkin, and these muffins are the best of all worlds. The tender muffins are filled with pumpkin cheesecake and chocolate chips for a super unique dessert option. How do you make pumpkin cheesecake muffins? These muffins are verging on cupcake, but I decided to declare them as muffins because there’s no frosting involved....
