Sara and I made a few trips to Utah last fall and at my first Cafe Rio trek, I made the most wondrous discovery: they were serving fresh mint limeade. If there’s one thing more delicious than a sweet pork salad and a Diet Coke, it’s a sweet pork salad and a fresh mint limeade. Now…if you’re thinking, “Hey, Kate, mint limeade sounds good (or doesn’t), but this is the week before Easter!...
If you’re looking for a few tricks to make meals and snacks a little less hectic, here are some super easy recipes that you (or your kids) can whip together in just a few minutes. Loaded Peanut Butter ToastToast a slice of whole grain bread. Combo 1: Peanut butter, shaved toasted coconut, and chocolate chips (if desired). Combo 2: Peanut butter, sliced strawberries. Combo 3: Peanut butter, sliced bananas, and a sprinkling of cinnamon....
You can make restaurant quality Ahi Tuna Poke Bowls right at home, with this delicious and versatile recipe! The origin of Poke Bowls Poke (pronounced poh-KAY) comes from Hawaii, where fresh tuna and other fish are available all year round, and are in abundance. Ahi Tuna Poke is the most popular, as a main dish or even as a snack. Poke did not however originate as “bowls” in Hawaii. Native Hawaiians often eat raw fish that is seasoned simply with salt, seaweed, and candlenuts....
Chana chaat in aloo katori’ is a typical ‘dilli wali chaat’ in a fancy crispy potato katori. In this recipe I made katoris or basket with potatoes, but there is another variation of the katori chaat. In the second version of making katori, it is made with fried white flour dough and then deep fried to crispy perfection. It is fun to devour even the ‘katori’ or edible bowl with the savoury chaat in this popular Indian chaat....
I’ve wanted one of these pellet smokers forever and we finally added one to our back porch this past summer and we’ve been using it non-stop. I had no idea how easy they were! If you’re not familiar with them, it’s a wood smoker with an electric temperature gauge, so you basically push a button and it’s all automatic. No babysitting fires, staring at thermometers, or anything. Wood pellets are burned, creating smoke that circulates around your food and infusing it with flavor....
If you love simple soulful food that is packed with flavours which not only nourishes you but tastes amazing today’s recipe is just perfect for you. I fell in love with a few of Bengali dishes when my husband was posted in Shillong long long time ago. My Bengali help introduced me to some delicacies which later on became frequent on our menu’s. But the thing is me being a vegetarian she had to adapt certain popular recipes as per my dietary choices....
Don’t get me wrong, it hasn’t been disastrous. I’ve actually kept up working out and weight training and that part of me feels fantastic and strong. Even for the first 3 months when I was completely wiped out and feeling sick, I dragged myself to the gym every single day and I’m so glad I’ve kept up those habits. But my nutrition? That’s another story. You see, my babies don’t like quinoa, fresh spinach, and lean proteins (go figure)....
Ingredient and Equipment Notes Pasta– I originally planned (and photographed) this salad with orzo, which is a pasta that looks a little like rice. Orzo works great, but since I created this recipe, I’ve also made it with orecchiette and I think I like that even better! If you’re not familiar with orecchiette see more explanation below. Mini bowtie would also work great here. Greens – Baby arugula adds a lot of flavor to the overall salad and doesn’t wilt as much as other greens....
Make it with or without stuffing bread pakora tastes delicious. In this post, I am sharing two types pakora recipes. I have also shared Batter fried Aloo bread pakora recipe and paneer sandwich bread pakora recipe Video. Fried fritters or pakoda become staple snack during the monsoon season. This is officially the season for hot crisp pakoras with chutney with a hot cup of tea. Pakora is famous Indian street food which is found in Indian street, you can even call it a Indian fast food and eating joints....
The spice rub is an easy mix of coriander, cumin, sugar, ginger, salt, allspice, and ground red pepper. I was out of red pepper so I tossed in a few red pepper flakes and it worked great. Dump it right over your pork chops. On a side note; can someone tell me why chicken and pork is so often sold in three packs?? It’s either 2, 3 or 6 but never 4....
Ingredient Notes The Basics – You’ll need your typical cake-making ingredients: flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk.The Additions – Then you’ll need cinnamon, carrots, crushed pineapple, pecans (if desired), and coconut.Buttermilk Glaze – This cake is drizzled with a sweet buttermilk glaze before it’s frosted, producing a rich, tender texture. The glaze recipe makes just under 1 1/2 cups of glaze. As it is written, the recipe calls for this to be split amongst the cakes....
You can serve this aloo chana chaat for snack or appetiser and as a side dinner or lunch. All you need is chickpeas or Kabuli chana and add a few ingredients to multiple variations of chana chaat. Chickpeas are rich in proteins and I often add sprouts to make in this protein-rich chana salad. I mostly make this for an evening snack, and the basic version is mostly aloo chana chaat with few basic spices....
Just like my classic chocolate truffles, rum truffles, bourbon gingerbread truffles, peppermint chocolate truffles etc., these beer chocolate truffles are also perfect as a party treat and for gift-giving during the holidays! Chocolate is one of the reasons why I became a food blogger! Every time I nibble on a piece it turns into brain sauce and gives me ideas and inspiration. You can see the results in my extensive collection of chocolate recipes!...
This chocolate trifle is simple to make and so decadent! Perfect as a Valentine’s day recipe, or for any time of the year! Chocolate makes everything special for me, so it goes without saying that Valentine’s day treats for me should most definitely feature some delightful chocolate recipes! Check out my list of the most decadent easy chocolate desserts for some great ideas! And if you’re looking for a simple but decadent and intriguingly delicious chocolate dessert to make in a pinch, then I’ve got just the recipe for you today!...
Super delicious, hot and zesty chana masala packed with tons of flavours. This chana recipe is for street style chaats and tikkis that make a great evening snack. The chana masala dish is a simplistic version of India’s renowned street snack. It’s an all-time favourite Indian street chaat because of the tangy sweet and spicy taste of the chole, chutneys, and pungent onion, as well as the crispy sev on top....
I was introduced to cranberry sauce on my trip to Wisconsin on Invitation from US cranberry Marketing Committee a few years ago. From then on I am in love with this beautiful sauce. I made sauce with fresh cranberries that I carried back from that trip and then on I make cranberry sauce with frozen cranberries. Cranberry sauce is a delicious, versatile condiment that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you like it sweet or tart, smooth or chunky, there’s a cranberry sauce recipe out there for everyone....
That my friends, is a rainbow. And I thought it was the coolest costume ever. I was obsessed with this chick, and if you look at every picture I ever created out of any sort of art media between the ages of 3 and 9, it undoubtedly included 3 things: hearts, flowers, and rainbows. To this day, I still get a little bit giddy inside when I see all of those colors together....
Ingredients Needed Butter or oil Carrots, Onion, and Celery – the trifecta! These three veggies are the base of so many great soups. Have a little more or less of one of them? No big deal, it’s flexible! Fresh garlic Chicken Broth – You can use a store bought broth, or homemade. Personally, I love both the flavor and convenience of Better than Bouillon, which is a concentrated mix. It makes it very easy to use as little or as much broth as you like....
Sweet, salty, nutty & uniquely delicious Date and Tahini Ice Cream! This date and tahini ice cream needs a drum roll. It’s THAT good. And believe me when I say this, the idea for this ice cream came to me in a dream. Yup, no joke. So of course, I HAD to make it the next morning. I made it multiple times this summer. And it just keeps getting better. It was such a fantastic flavor, I knew I had to share it, even if it’s officially autumn now here in the northern hemisphere....
Why Make Tender Coconut Ice Cream at Home? If you’ve ever had tender coconut ice cream from Naturals, you know how irresistible it is. The rich coconut flavor, the creamy texture, and the delicate sweetness combine to create an unforgettable experience. However, making it at home has its own perks: Ingredients You’ll Need Before diving into the process, let’s gather the ingredients. This recipe is simple, requiring only three main components:...
