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This extensive collection of sweet recipes is from all over India. Perfect for making it for special occasions and festivals. Everyone likes desserts, right? It is impossible to put into words the pleasure experienced when tucking into a delicious piece of pudding. Indian mithai is a weakness for us Indians. And with such a wide selection, it is impossible to avoid devouring a few. With everything from warm halwa to utterly delicious kheer and delicate barfis, crispy gujiya, and more, I just love having Indian desserts....

Apr 04, 2017, Updated Jan 02, 2018 So I injured my knee again. I can’t tell you guys how frustrated I feel right now. I think my exercise routine is totally jinxed, the moment I start getting into a routine, something happens and then again I can’t get back on track for months! As it is I am finding it quite difficult to workout for months now. The reason is that I have been constantly travelling and that makes it so difficult to follow a routine....

What is Basmati Rice? Basmati Rice (pronounced baz-MAH-tee) is a variety of long, slender-grained aromatic rice traditionally grown in India, Nepal, and Pakistan. - (Source Wiki). The word “Basmati” in Hindi means “fragrant” or “full of aroma.” It comes in two varieties, white and brown. Both have a nutty taste and a distinct smell. It is often served alongside Indian curries or as the main ingredient in the famous rice dish Biryani or Rice Kheer from the Indian subcontinent....

Food has always fascinated me since my childhood. Though you crave various foods, some recipes will always remain your all-time favorite. One such recipe is Chana Masala & Bathura. With this Chana masala recipe, my love for chickpeas and my curiosity to explore more chickpea recipes started. One day, during a casual conversation with my cousin, we spoke about Chickpea Biryani, which she had prepared on her Husband’s birthday. Her excitement for the recipe made me try it the very next day....

What is Jasmine Rice? Jasmine Rice is a long-grain variety of fragrant rice (also known as aromatic rice). The grains cling and are somewhat sticky when cooked - Source Wiki. Ingredients How to Cook Perfect Jasmine Rice in Instant Pot Rince, the jasmine rice 2-3 times until the water runs clear (removes extra starch), and drain the remaining water. Main Pot Method: Add the rinsed rice, salt, and water to the Instant Pot steel insert....

I LOVE mushrooms! This Mushroom rice recipe is easy to make and perfect for potlucks, kids lunch boxes, or busy weeknight dinners. I have used white button mushrooms for this recipe, but you can also use baby Bella mushrooms or any available variety. Also, make sure to cut the slices thick otherwise, they will get mushy after pressure cooking. To enhance the flavors of this Instant Pot Mushroom Rice recipe, cook the mushrooms in the butter and also add a dash of red chili flakes and dried oregano or Italian seasoning if desired....

Aug 27, 2019, Updated Sep 29, 2019 Easy, quick and gets done in 20 minutes! Perfect one-pot weeknight meal. If you love all the Instant Pot vegetarian/vegan recipes that I share on the blog, please join me on this Facebook Group – Instant Pot Vegetarian Recipes. The group would feature vegetarian instant pot recipes from all around the web! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. For more information on my Affiliate and Advertising Policy, please click here....

Jul 28, 2021 In India, we can make a sabzi out of anything. It doesn’t have to be vegetable, it can be papad ki sabzi (made with papadums) or gatte ki sabzi (made with gram flour dumplings) or this kaju masala made with cashews! If you have never had a cashew curry, then you are in for a treat. This kaju masala can be made in several ways. One way to make it is in a restaurant style makhani gravy like in this paneer makhani recipe....

Isn’t it funny how our brains work? When we hear the word syrup, we often think about pancake syrup or maple syrup to add to breakfast foods and baked treats. I can assure you that after you make this lavender syrup recipe, that’s not all you will be thinking about. The beauty of this recipe is that it’s simple. It literally takes just minutes to make but when used, can provide you hours and hours of flavor....

What is Makhana? Makhanas are popularly known as lotus seeds, fox nuts, Euryale ferox, gorgon nuts, and phool makhana. It’s actually the puffed lotus seeds or the puffed fox nuts that have high nutritional and medicinal values and are mostly grown in the state of Bihar in India. How much Makhana to eat in a day? One to two handfuls of Makhana should be ok and enough to give you positive health benefits....

Oct 25, 2018, Updated Aug 26, 2024 I am sharing one of my favorite sweets for Diwali today- Mathura Peda or like we used to say Mathura ke Pede! When I was a kid, peda was hands down my favorite sweet. Every year, when we would visit my grandmother’s village for our summer vacation, she would make peda for us. It was something, I looked forward to the most! My grandfather was a farmer, we had many cows and so that peda was made from fresh milk, right after milking the cow....

Aug 08, 2018 It has always been hard for me understand the weather here. One moment it’s super grey and cold and the next day it’s so hot that we need to turn on the air conditioner. It was never like this in Delhi. When it was hot, it was hot and there was never a respite until of course it rained during monsoons. But this is Seattle and always unpredictable when it comes to weather....

If you want a hearty, savory vegetarian breakfast (or lunch) that’s packed with flavor, protein, and wholesome ingredients – then this Mexican huevos rancheros recipe is for you. Cut into the egg yolk and allow it to ooze over every other element for the perfect bite of rich, creamy, spicy, fresh, and slightly ‘toasty’ elements. Recently I’ve loved sharing some recipes for Mexican classics, including corn tortillas, Pico de Gallo, and Salsa Roja....

Nov 10, 2020 These pedas are easy to make with store bought mawa and have a beautiful green color from the paan leaves (no food color used)! Paan desserts have always been very popular on the blog. Whether it’s the paan coconut ladoo, paan kheer or ice cream. You all seem to love the refreshing flavor of paan. Personally, I am also a huge fan and that’s why every festive season I end up creating some recipes using paan leaves (betel leaves)....

Oct 31, 2014, Updated May 07, 2023 Happy Halloween everyone! To celebrate this special day, I am sharing with you the recipe for the most incredible Pumpkin dessert – Pumpkin Cheesecake with Pecan Praline Sauce. OH. MY. GOD. It’s so GOOD! Like I can’t even begin to describe how delicious this was. I don’t know what took me so long to make this, I should have made this before because now I know this is my favorite pumpkin dessert ever, like EVER!...

Dec 16, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 I have such a bad habit of buying things which I would never use. And this is especially true for baking equipments and products. I have a full pantry which only has baking stuff and even that’s not enough for me. I mean I just buy so much stuff that nothing can ever fit in. Take for example cookie cutters, I am not a cookie decorator and yet I have so many cookie cutters!...

If you like the caramelized flavor of roasted tomatoes as much as I do, I’m sure you’ll also enjoy making tomato confit and roasted cherry tomatoes (they are great for adding to sandwiches or pasta). Then, place them cut side up on a baking sheet. Brush or drizzle them with olive oil and sprinkle with pepper and salt (optionally). Roast in the oven at 475ºF/240ºC for about 30 minutes until the tomatoes have softened....

If you want something that tastes like strawberry cheesecake cake for breakfast then this strawberry baked oatmeal is for you – using the current Tiktok trend of ‘blended baked oatmeal’ that transforms creamy oatmeal into a cake-like treat, this breakfast combines blended strawberry oatmeal with a hidden cream cheese ‘cheesecake’ center. And if you’re worrying that this is sounding like an unhealthy way to start the day – keep reading....

What Is Alabama White Sauce and Who Invented It When thinking of barbeque sauce, it’s likely the rich brown tomato/ketchup-based condiment used for marinating, basting, dipping, and spreading that comes to mind. However, there’s a surprising number of variations on a traditional BBQ sauce. And one of those is mayonnaise-based Alabama white sauce. The Alabama white BBQ sauce recipe was created by Bob Gibson – the executive chef and vice-president of Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q restaurant – in Decatur, North Alabama....

Cooking beef short ribs in the oven has never been easier (or tastier). Just like my crockpot beef brisket, this beef short ribs recipe covers the meat with a simple, flavorful spice rub, then bastes it in BBQ sauce for a truly delicious protein. The main difference is that this time, I am ditching the slow cooker for a tried-and-tested oven method. These bone-in beef short ribs are sticky, sweet, smoky, savory, and delicious, with a truly delectable, tender, melt-in-the-mouth texture the entire family will love....