When the weather doesn’t agree with my grilling plans, I turn to one of my favorite, fail-safe corn recipes: oven roasted corn on the cob. Just because we are not using the grill, doesn’t mean we can’t bring tons of tastiness to a roast corn on the cob that’ll have everyone asking what your secret is. The roast provides some essential flavor. But after that, the possibilities are endless. For this recipe, I’m using a simple garlic butter to upgrade the corn, but there are dozens of variations and ideas that’ll make a side dish to fit any kind of meal....

Sep 22, 2014, Updated Mar 26, 2024 I think I have mentioned this before that bell pepper is my favorite vegetable in this world. I can eat it anytime and with any meal. When I was a kid, we only used to get green bell peppers in India [which by the way are called “capsicum” in India] and so that happens to be my favorite. I know a lot of people find it bitter compared to the red and yellow ones but I guess I just developed the taste for the green one....

Ladoo is a classic and delicious sweet dessert that brings joy, which is why Indians like it. It is often consumed throughout the festive season. However, other people could have it as dessert after a filling dinner. Ladoo is a well-known Indian sweet created with a variety of components, including flour, sugar, desi ghee, and dried fruits. It has a rounded appearance and a rich, sweet flavor. If you look around and explore, you will come across various ladoo recipes....

Whether you’re running low on time, have little oven space, are looking to save money, and/or cater to a smaller crowd, roasted turkey legs and roasted turkey breast are the perfect alternative to cooking a whole turkey this holiday season. Turkey breast is so simple to prepare and achieves consistently perfect results. Plus, the combination of lemon slices with garlic-herb butter takes this dish to the next level. Best of all, it roasts in just 60-70 minutes!...

Nov 13, 2022 I love adding Indian inspired dishes to out Thanksgiving table like the masala smashed potatoes, tandoori mushrooms, apple chutney and more. However these are all sides and vegetarians usually stick to side dishes during Thanksgiving. But I firmly believe that even vegetarians should have a centerpiece for Thanksgiving and too a flavorful one. And that’s why you need to make this Roasted Whole Cauliflower Tikka. Doesn’t it look like the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table?...

Eggs are one of my all-time favorite ingredients and these ramen eggs are one of my obsessions. They’re perfectly jammy and packed with flavor. Plus, they only require pantry-staple ingredients and a simple method to prepare. What are ramen eggs Ramen eggs are also called shoyu eggs, soy sauce eggs, or soy-marinated eggs. In Japan they are called shoyu tamago, nitamago, ajitama, or ajitsuke tamago. They are flavorful soft-boiled eggs (they MUST have a jammy yolk) and are marinated in a sweet and savory, soy sauce-based marinade....

The concept of pasta bake-style dishes isn’t new to me, and neither is baked feta or roasted cherry tomatoes. But this smart TikTok pasta recipe puts them all together to create a delicious, creamy, and comforting meal that’s so easy and quick to prepare. No wonder the idea went viral! What is TikTok pasta? The Tiktok pasta trend seems to have been started by a Finish food blogger – Jenni Häyrinen....

May 14, 2019 This fresh summer salad has blueberries, onion, cranberries and pecans for that extra crunch. Great for potlucks and summer picnics. It was really warm here last week with temperatures in mid 80s. When it gets that hot, all I crave is salad and ice creams and popsicles. While I do treat myself to ice creams once a while, salads make an appearance in my kitchen more often....

It’s officially spring, bringing with it delicious in-season produce like rhubarb, artichoke, spring radishes, and fava beans. Unfortunately, it’s easy to ignore ingredients you aren’t familiar with when visiting the local grocery store and farmer’s markets. However, keep reading for a simple step-by-step guide on how to cook fava beans: including shelling, then sautéing, boiling, and steaming them. Once you know how to prepare them, fresh fava beans are a versatile and delicious addition to your kitchen....

Jul 09, 2016 Happy weekend guys! Today I have a refreshing recipe round-up for you! You guys already know that I don’t drink alcohol of any kind. But what’s a summer party without some drinks right? And during such parties, I obviously can’t be drinking water or soda all the time. So if you are a non-alcoholic like me or are looking for summer drinks for the whole family then I have got the perfect round-up for you....

Apr 30, 2019 It’s usually flavored with cardamom and saffron making it an aromatic & flavorful drink! My homemade version also has some rose water to make it more exotic! I am not much of a milk fan. In fact, when I was little I used to hate it. Mom would do everything she could to make me drink milk but I would always resist. The only few ways that I would drink milk was when it was flavored or in milkshakes....

Oct 29, 2020, Updated Nov 15, 2022 These make a great vegetarian appetizer for the holidays or just about any party! Diwali parties will be different this time, most will be limited to a few people. But I am sure what will not be different is the food! Diwali is one time of the year which I wait all year long and it’s mostly for the food and all the festive vibe....

Aug 08, 2017, Updated Jan 28, 2018 Hello guys, how was your weekend? As you guys would be reading this, I would be on my way from Seattle to Alaska. Yeah I am going to Alaska for a short 4 day vacation. Actually Sarvesh is literally dragging me along on this trip. I don’t really feel like going out or doing anything these days, so he thought it would be a good change for me....

Raita acts as a palate cleanser and aids digestion, making it a popular choice for everyone. The variety of variations we find for the basic raita only adds to its allure. If you look around, you will see that everyone has a different liking for raita. Some people prefer onion raita, while others prefer boondi raita. Others enjoy pineapple raita, which is both savory and sweet. Not just that. Additionally, you may get raita recipes that are specific to the season....

With all the recent DIY’s I’ve been doing recently; from homemade yogurts including Natural yogurt to extra virgin coconut oil – I’ve started to find myself intrigued in giving non-food-related DIYs a go. One thing that has always fascinated me is how to make soap at home, what soap-making ingredients you need, and the various methods available. After a little time scouring the internet, I decided that melt & pour soap recipes are the way to go and HAD to share how easy the method is with you!...

It might seem like a long shopping list, but you only need simple ingredients and pantry staples that you probably already have in your kitchen—winter vegetables like potatoes and carrots, herbs like thyme and parsley, and even chicken stock. And if you’re craving more carbs, be sure to try my chicken and rice soup or chicken tortilla soup! Then, chop the potato, carrots, leek, and celery into even, bite-sized pieces....

Brussels Sprouts Health Benefits Brussels sprouts are low in calories but high in many nutrients, especially fiber, vitamin K and vitamin C. (source) They contain kaempferol, an antioxidant that may reduce cancer growth, decrease inflammation and promote heart health. (source) Brussels sprouts are a good source of ALA omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce inflammation, insulin resistance, cognitive decline, and blood triglycerides. (source) Brussels sprouts are high in fiber, which can promote regularity, support digestive health and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes....

May 25, 2016, Updated Jan 02, 2018 You know sometimes it happen that you eat something you love so much that then you don’t want to eat it again for the next few days. Happens with you? Like I told you guys, I went to this food conference last weekend and seriously there was so much food, especially desserts! We had waffles for breakfast, fruit tarts for lunch and cupcakes for dinner!...

Nov 07, 2015, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Happy weekend everyone! I know Diwali preps must be in full swing after all this is the last weekend before Diwali and there’s hardly any time left. Everyone must already have made their Diwali snacks and sweets. But if are still deciding on the sweets, then here’s an easy one for you – my double layer Chocolate Burfi. Burfi is like a fudge made of usually khoya/mawa, which is milk solids....

Aug 30, 2016, Updated Jan 02, 2018 Chocolate dipped Coconut Raspberry Protein Popsicles made with Kashi® GOLEAN™ Plant Powered Shakes are the perfect way to cool off post workout. Vegan and gluten-free! Literally last few days of summer remaining now. It will be September the day after tomorrow. Eeeks, how did that happen? But the good news is that it’s still pretty hot in my part of the world so I am enjoying the sun while it lasts....