The crust starts off like any other cheesecake crust with crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter, only this one has a little secret- coconut. The batter is an easy mix of cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and eggs, and then it gets a tangy tropical twist with lime zest, and fresh lime juice. Remember to always zest first and then juice! Also, below is one of my favorite kitchen gadgets, the oxo juicer....

What is Malai Kofta? Malai is milk cream and Kofta are deep-fried balls. So, malai kofta literally means crispy deep-fried potato paneer balls (Kofta) dunked in a creamy sauce. This popular Indian vegetarian kofta is a popular restaurant-style dish. This is traditional Malai Kofta in white gravy. There is another version of the malai kofta in rich, spicy tomato-based gravy but I like to call that paneer kofta. Ingredients for Malai Kofta What is Malai Kofta Made of ?...

This protein-rich, homemade recipe of this popular street snack takes all the best parts. The bold spices, tangy chutneys, and hearty white peas and transforms them into a healthy and hygienic meal that’s both easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Whether you’re craving something quick, filling, and nutritious or looking for a dish that’s gluten-free, vegan, healthy and perfect for a light lunch or snack, this Matra Chaat ticks all the boxes....

Hash browns are not just for dinner or breakfast, we love to eat potatoes in any meal. Sometimes we add them in wraps, burritos or burgers as well. So soggy mushy hash browns do not cut in for any meal. I had to find a way to make crispy hash browns and tried various recipes. To be honest, the only thing I love at McDonalds is hash browns. This copycat McDonald’s hash brown recipe works perfect for me to make those packets of extra crisp potatoes....

Ingredient Notes Nilla Wafers – These little cookies make the perfect crust when dropped in the bottom of a cupcake liner. Brand name or generic will be just fine. In the details below, you’ll find two different ways you can do the crust- one involves simply a single Nilla wafer cookie, and the other is a quick crust. Cupcake Liners – I find that foil cupcake liners work well. When you purchase foil liners, they come with paper dividers that can be discarded, or saved for a different use....

Well. The other night, I took an Ambien, and when I woke up, I had ordered 4 copper mugs and I was like, “Oh, Kate, not again.” But not really because I’ve wanted a set for forever (I’m a sucker for beautiful drinkware, what can I say?), but they always seemed prohibitively expensive. So. Lesson is if there’s something I’ve been wanting for a long time, Ambien might make that decision for me....

So, here we are a few non-alcoholic healthy summer drinks, Make them Drink them up and stay fresh, healthy , hydrated and refreshed. The BEST PART, all of these homemade drink recipes for summer taste super delicious! Sweet Basil Lemonade/Sabja Drink A delicious, summer drink with 2 desi ingredients to keep you cool from inside, Basil Lemonade or Sabja drink keeps you cool boosts immunity and tastes absolutely best. My favorite healthy drink recipe to keep body cool and refreshed with other health benefits of sabja seeds and gond katira....

Alrighty then. Unsweetened chocolate. If you are like me, this will instantly take you back to your childhood when you sneaked into the pantry and assumed it was semi-sweet. Mean Mom, very mean. Use a small glass or metal bowl to create a double boiler. This pudding-like mixture is one of the tricks to the great texture of the cake. We’ve got the melted chocolate in there, as well as some cocoa powder and hot water....

I’ve known my husband for over 13 years now, first as a friend who eventually became my husband. Last month was the first time in a long time that we were in the same place on his birthday! So naturally, I wanted to make him a birthday cake that he would truly love! My idea of a fitting birthday cake recipe was to combine as many of his favourite things as I possibly can in one cake....

Today I’m so excited to be sharing this one-pot turkey chili mac, which is a fun mash-up of chili and mac and cheese. Those happen to be two absolute favorites in my house. My son adores my game day chili, which I perfected over the course of several years during the Super Bowl. And now I make it year-round cause he can’t get enough. My daughter’s favorite is this white turkey chili, a recipe I’ve been making for nearly 20 years now!...

This post first appeared on Real Housemoms, where I am a contributor. This morning came way too early after our Halloween fun last night! Our neighborhood does a cul-de-sac get together and pizza party in the late afternoon. The adults sip a beverage, the kids run around like crazy and we all nibble on some good eats. Once the sun goes down and we’re sick of the nagging, we all embark on the trick-or-treating for the night....

Since my family has been building a house and we knew we’d be moving right about now, I started my oldest son at his new school at the beginning of the school year. Since everything was new, I didn’t know a darn thing about the first grade teacher he was assigned to. I’m not the kind of mom that goes crazy about those sorts of things, but still- you hope your kids have wonderful, amazing, loving, engaged teachers who will make that year the best ever for your child, right?...

5 4 Published Nov 30, 2022, Updated Mar 20, 2023 Pavlova is a type of meringue that’s made from whipped egg whites. It has a delicate, crisp exterior and a soft, marshmallow interior that’s typically topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit! Pavlova is the perfect dessert to make for a special occasion if you’re looking to impress guests. And don’t be intimidated by this recipe. It’s actually quite simple to make!...

It may be August, but I am firmly still in summer mode. Meaning, you’re seeing peaches here today, not pumpkin anything just yet. Cause even if we’re starting back to school next week, it’s still hot here in the South and I’m still devouring all the yummy summer produce. It’s a beautiful season for food and I’m not ready to let it go! Today, it’s the beautiful summer bounty of fresh peaches that we’re celebrating....

Anyway, I’m sure he thought that the gas station stop had something to do with some form of pregnant lady bodily function. Imagine his surprise when I came out with a whole bunch of Twix bars. Yep, after years of healthy eating, Twix bars were my downfall. To me, they’re like those toxic boyfriends you keep going back to–we can’t be around each other without things ending in some kind of self-loathing....

We love fried rice. This is my go-to way to repurpose leftover rice in a delicious recipe. Just like Egg fried rice, schezwan fried rice or veggie fried rice this tropical Thai Fried rice recipe is super easy to put together. Make it in 15 minutes if you have leftover rice and pineapple in your fridge. Fluffy grains of basmati rice with loads of colourful veggies, juicy pineapples all tossed together in flavour mix of curry powder, sauces and spices taste incredibly delicious....

Most popular versions of this recipe are German, Irish and Polish. This comfort food with Applesauce or sour cream is perfect for any meal, appetiser, side dish or even a light dinner. Potatoes are comfort food for most of us, this is no secret. Any form and shape we love potatoes! So after so many pancakes recipes of a different kind (leaving links in the end for Pancake lovers) This is my absolute favourite recipe of Potato pancakes....

5 4 Published Jan 05, 2023, Updated Jun 12, 2023 This is the perfect drink to make for busy on-the-go mornings or as a post-workout pick-me-up. I love how I can get my caffeine fix and protein all in one! What is Protein Coffee? Protein coffee (also known as proffee) is a simple drink that combines coffee with a scoop of protein powder or a prepared protein shake. It’s a tasty and convenient way to add some extra protein to your diet and is the perfect way to start your morning because it packs a caffeine punch yet it doesn’t spike your blood sugar thanks to the protein....

Hi friends! Are you all full on in the holiday spirit? I sure am after this weekend! M and I had our mommy-daughter date at the Nutcracker and it was so fun to see her experience it. She loved watching the ballerinas and did a great job making it through her first major performance. (Granted, Act 2 was spent sitting on my lap but that was kinda sweet too!) She did ask a few minutes into the show, “Why aren’t they talking?...

Want more curry recipes? Check out my One Pan Tofu Curry, Easy Vegan Curry, and Easy Chickpea Curry. Why I love this eggplant curry recipe Have you ever considered putting eggplant in curry? If not, you should! In this eggplant curry, diced and roasted eggplant practically melts into the luxurious and nicely spiced curry sauce and lends a chewy, yet tender texture to every bite. Layers of rich and complex flavors: The secret to the delectable flavors in this eggplant curry (AKA brinjal curry or aubergine curry) is to roast the eggplant....