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Oct 17, 2017, Updated Sep 02, 2022 How is half of October already over? I am seriously freaking out thinking about that. Which actually means that we are almost mid way through fall, wow that was super quick! It has been quite cold here in the pacific north west and I have been piling on the sweaters and mufflers and sipping onto this Pumpkin Salted Caramel Latte. Guys, I am so excited to be sharing this recipe and also introducing you to this new product because it’s absolutely amazing!...

Aug 27, 2020 This is a popular North Indian recipe and one that was made very frequently in my house. Most people I know love potatoes and as a family were no exception growing up. The aloo bhujiya was almost a constant on our table and made every week, sometimes ever twice or thrice a week. Then of course there were potatoes in tehri, aloo palak, aloo gobi and so much more....

Aug 19, 2020, Updated May 09, 2022 Kidney beans are cooked with onion, tomatoes and spices in this flavorful vegetarian curry. Rajma is one of the most popular curries in north India. In fact I always say that chole, rajma and dal makhani are like the 3 most popular north Indian main course vegetarian recipes. Whenever we would invite someone over for lunch or dinner, mom would definitely make one of these....

I love making quick and easy Indian snacks. Be it any guest gathering at home or simply when I crave something indulgent, Indian snacks are just perfect. For instance, onion bajji, chana chaat, makhana bhel and more. While discussing nutritious Indian snacks, dhokla is one food that springs to mind right away. Dhokla is a Gujarati dish that is now popular all over the world. The spongy appetizer is frequently served with green chutney....

Sep 25, 2018, Updated Apr 11, 2020 Make restaurant style garlic naan at home with this easy step-by-step recipe. I am so excited to share this restaurant style Garlic Naan recipe with you guys! Guys, I made this recipe months ago. I remember the day the I made this, I could barely keep up with my excitement. The reason was that these garlic naan turned out so good, like way beyond my expectations and I was so thrilled with the results that I wanted to share it on the blog immediately!...

I’m on a mission to turn Brussel sprouts haters into brussels sprouts lovers! Like so many vegetables, I’ve got bad memories of Brussel sprouts boiled to death and served just as they are – gross. So, I’m bringing in my favorite recipe for roasted brussels sprouts. Cooking Brussel sprouts can offer delicious results if you know how to add flavor. And I give mine plenty of flavor by cooking Brussel sprouts in the oven....

Coming into season in spring, cooked radishes are often overlooked; resigned to the crudité table with celery and dips. Well, I’m here to upgrade the humble radish from an appetizer to a side dish with this delicious roasted radish recipe (try saying that a few times fast!). When raw, these root vegetables are zesty and crisp. But roasting them in the oven transforms them and brings out their natural sweetness....

Yes, you heard me right. This is magic lemonade! With less than 10 ingredients, this colour-changing lemonade can be made using a 100% natural colourant – the wonderful butterfly pea flower! This lemonade is both an amazing drink to impress friends and family, as well as a fun recipe for kids. Not only that, but I’m also going to include two methods for serving this magical drink. Because variety is the spice of life, after all!...

This simple shredded carrot raisin salad is a delicious sweet and savory salad packed with flavor and texture with just 7 ingredients. Not only does it take just minutes to prep (especially when using a food processor to grate the carrots in seconds!), but the raw carrot means it’s packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber too! Luckily, it’s also delicious enough that it’s a simple crowd-pleaser for potlucks and gatherings (and can be made ahead especially!...

On days when I’m not inhaling the best homemade hummus (or flavored varieties like beet hummus or pumpkin hummus), this muhammara dip (aka roasted red pepper dip with walnuts and pomegranate molasses) is one of my favorite simple options to prepare. It’s packed with flavor, simple to prepare, and can be served as part of a mezze platter, as an appetizer with pita chips or pita bread, a dip, spread, or even sauce!...

If you’re looking for a refreshing summer drink, a way to use up an abundance of strawberries - Learn how to make this homemade strawberry juice, which requires only three ingredients: fresh strawberries, lime/lemon juice, and a sweetener plus water. Simply blend everything and then enjoy immediately, or strain the juice first. Strawberries are in season for most of the year, from Jan-June. This is a perfect recipe for strawberry picking season, as the berries are super sweet and flavorful....

Summer is on its way and I’m always looking for ways to try and beat the heat. It can be such a temptation to head for the freezer and grab a pint of ice cream. Or chase down the nearest ice cream truck for something sweet, cold, and seriously not good for you. I created this frozen berry smoothie that uses the best of nature to cool you off. Delicious and packed with fruit, it’s a great snack in the afternoon or a filling breakfast in the morning....

This fattoush salad is what I grew up with—THE salad you will find all around Lebanon and the Middle East. It’s a refreshing, tangy salad made with a combination of seasonal veggies and crunchy pita bread—perfect to enjoy alongside flavorful authentic shish tawook, beef kabob, and kofta kebab. How to make fattoush salad Serve with crispy pita chips: Once you are ready to serve, you can either top the fattshould salad with the pita chips or mix them into the salad for a delightful crunch....

Did you know you can make the best chili seasoning recipe at home with just a few basic pantry spices and a couple of minutes? The resulting seasoning mix is savory, earthy, has a spicy kick (100% adjustable to your taste!), and helps create deliciously complex and full-bodied chili recipes – but that’s not all! Unlike store-bought blends, you’re in 100% control, meaning no excess sodium, preservatives, or other additives....

Steak seasoning is great for transforming even “okay” steaks to the next level when I’m running low on time. But when there’s time for marinating, this easy steak marinade recipe does that tenfold while tenderizing tough cuts into perfectly juicy steaks. It tastes heavenly and produces consistently restaurant-quality results from home (without the hefty price tag!). This homemade marinade is cost-effective, easily customizable, contains fewer preservatives and additives than store-bought marinades, takes just a couple of minutes to throw together, and combines the three pillars for the best steak marinade: oil, acid, and flavor/seasoning....

Bagels and lox traditionally consist of cream cheese and salmon and plenty of delicious though optional toppings. Covering the salmon with dill and capers, this lox sandwich is believed to have been created by the Jewish communities who emigrated to New York in the 19th century. A lox bagel is a classic brunch favorite, but my smoked salmon bagel recipe can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It’s also an easily customizable salmon bagel recipe....

If you usually find zucchini underwhelming, you probably just haven’t tried the “right” recipe. This pan-fried zucchini cooks in just 5 minutes and requires a handful of inexpensive pantry staples, yet will have you nibbling straight from the pan (or maybe that’s just me)! Whether it’s summer and you’ve got a glut of garden zucchini and summer squash to use up, or you just find yourself buying it weekly from the supermarket, fresh zucchini is one of those super versatile ingredients that can be baked, grilled, fried, pan-fried, etc....

Apr 09, 2015, Updated May 07, 2023 There are days when you don’t have time to breath, like literally. Yesterday was one such day for me. I got up in the morning and then I didn’t even sit for a second till midnight. On such days, I feel like there should be more than 24 hours in a day. I think I told you guys before that we are planning to buy our own house and seriously that’s just draining all my energy....

I recently took you through how to cook fluffy basmati rice perfectly every time, and now I’m back again with another favorite. This post will take you through how to cook vermicelli rice perfectly, what is vermicelli, and all the usual tips and tricks. That as you’ll have perfectly fluffy, delicious vermicelli rice every single time! What is vermicelli and what is vermicelli rice? Vermicelli is a type of pasta noodle, also called ‘angel hair pasta’....

Dec 30, 2015 So New Year’s eve is almost here and you all must be pretty excited for the party! To make any party awesome, you obviously need good food and nothing better than some delicious appetizers to make your New Year’s Eve special! Here’s a collection of 14 Vegetarian Appetizers to make your life a little easier. There are also some vegan options. Hope you all have a wonderful new years eve!...