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64 Published Oct 17, 2018, Updated Jan 14, 2022 This next shot is my absolute favorite because you can see the whole space, including the contrast of the navy peninsula with the white cabinets and backsplash, the antique brass pulls, the pendant lights and the rug. And here’s a before photo from the same angle, just so you can see the retro kitchen we were working with before. I’m still unsure which part I was most excited to see go — bright orange walls, the tile countertops that were impossible to clean, the clunky track lighting or the bright yellow, diner-style peninsula with shelves that ended up storing my nut butter collection....

Want more easy takeout-inspired tofu dinners? Try my Easy Teriyaki Tofu, Black Pepper Tofu, General Tso’s Tofu, and Orange Tofu recipes as well! Why I love this recipe It’s a fast, easy, and flavor-packed weeknight dinner. Everything comes together in one pan! A sticky, savory and sweet kung pao sauce coats every bite of crispy fried tofu and stir fried vegetables. How to make kung pao tofu Press the brick of tofu to drain the excess water, then rip it into bite-sized pieces....

Kuska is a mouthwatering, popular biryani of south India that is mainly cooked in rice, aromatic spices, tomato, and onions! Kuska biryani has a very rich flavor that comes from slow-cooked basmati rice in roasted spices, onions, and yogurt. This plain biryani is unlike any other biryani you ever had. Even without any vegetable, egg or meat, this biryani recipe tastes incredible. Like I said before, I often serve the biryani with cucumber raita or salan, you can serve it with any curry of your choice....

If you have ever tasted Lagar wali dal in Gurudwara, I am sure you have that taste lingering on somewhere till now. Made with chana dal and split black gram (maa ki dal), this dal is perfect for any meal. Let’s dive into how to make this traditional Langar style dal at home. Why Is This Called Langar Wali Dal? This dal got its name because this is a Dal recipe that is mostly cooked and served in Gurdwara Langar....

First of all, can I get a cold drink? Is anyone else experiencing a heat wave?? I can’t handle the triple digits much longer, it feels like winter again because I refuse to go outside and my kids don’t last more than 5 minutes out there because it’s too hot. So we stay inside with the nice cold air conditioner (sometimes I even wear a sweatshirt!) and do things like bake cookies....

Ingredient Notes Mango – You’ll need one medium to large mango, or about 1 cup chopped. There are different varieties of mango and if you’re grabbing the small yellow varieties you’ll need closer to 2-3 mangoes to get enough. Choosing a ripe mango is similar to feeling for a ripe avocado. It should have a light softness to it when you press into it, but not too much! Onion –you can use yellow or red onion in this recipe....

Scotch eggs are originally hard boiled eggs which are covered with meat, a batter and crumb and then deep-fried , in this recipe of scotch eggs I made it vegetarian friendly, ovo-lacto Vegetarians to be precise. Watch How to Make Beetroot Scotch Eggs (Meatless Scotch eggs) Hard boiled eggs are wrapped in a veggie based covering which is healthier and tastes quite good. To make the vegetarian version of scotch eggs for vegetarians who eat eggs, or to Indianize the recipe I usually make my favourite cutlet covering....

I’m here to let you in on a few secrets. And I’m not lying; pinkie swear. These are all easy ways to create an impressive spread! Like, we’re talking short-cut, looks-impressive kind of tricks. First, mark my words: you can make anything color-coordinated, darling, and show-stopping, with these two things: sprinkles and M&M’s. My first stop whenever I need to plan a fun party table is my local party store where I can stock up on the colored candies....

Ingredient and Equipment Notes Flank Steak – Flank steak is a long, flat cut of meat, so it is sold with the ends tucked under in a sort of roll. Some stores sell it vacuum sealed on the top shelf. Ask someone in the meat department if you have trouble finding it! Marinade Fresh orange zest and juice Soy sauce Seasoned rice wine vinegar Honey Sesame oil Ground ginger Coriander Fresh garlic Sriracha chili sauce (Sriracha is a really great hot chili sauce that can easily be found in most grocery stores in the Asian foods section....

This past weekend we were home, as usual for this year, but we made some gingerbread cookies, saw some friends and families outdoors (and with masks on) and got our new fire pit delivered. We also played lots of board games, worked on a holiday puzzle, did some holiday-themed coloring pages and watched Home Alone. I’m pretty full up and happy with all of that! ❤️ So let’s move right along and talk fun drinks....

My secret? Unlike most recipes, I use a cooked filling for this lemon meringue pie which takes all the guesswork out of baking the pie! No overcooking or undercooking to worry about, the filling is never runny or watery, and the pie crust will always remain flaky and crisp without ever getting soggy! What to expect from my perfect lemon meringue pie recipe If you’re like me, then you don’t want a lemon meringue pie that is super sweet....

Juicy, slightly sweet, slightly spicy and well seasoned ground pork filling mixed with deliciously caramelized apple and roasted fennel spice, wrapped in a golden brown, buttery, flaky puff pastry. So I heard that the USA is unfamiliar with sausage rolls. What the hell? That’s unacceptable! Time to change that! 🙂 While that may not be true for all Americans, I feel like those who don’t know about it might be seriously missing out on some amazing comfort food magic!...

5 12 Published Sep 13, 2023, Updated Sep 04, 2024 I based this recipe off my apple oatmeal bars that I shared last month. I swapped the applesauce for pumpkin puree, added pumpkin pie spice and swapped the chopped apples for walnuts and chocolate chips. The combo is so good and they’re such a great portable option for breakfast or a mid-day snack. Why You’ll Love These Bars Nutrient-Packed: Made with quick oats and flaxseed, these bars are full of fiber and protein....

4 0 Published Aug 06, 2022, Updated Sep 04, 2024 The recipe actually comes from Dreena Burton’s cookbook, Plant-Powered Families. She sent me a review copy when the cookbook first came out and let me share this recipe! If you’ve made my baked oatmeal before, this recipe is super similar. Basically a mix between a bowl of oatmeal and a soft and chewy granola bar. Here’s What You Need old fashioned rolled oats – my fave brand is Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free old fashioned rolled oats....

3.87 45 Published Feb 12, 2021, Updated Nov 11, 2024 This recipe is basically vintage at this point! I made it in 2012 for a Thanksgiving party and it was such a hit that I shared it on the blog. Since then, the photos have gotten a few face lifts, but the recipe has stayed the same. I’m sharing it again because it’s such a good recipe, I think it needs more time in the spotlight!...

4.38 6 Published Nov 25, 2021, Updated Dec 02, 2021 Why You’ll Love This Skinny Mojito Recipe It’s super light and refreshing! It will make you feel like you’re sitting on a beach somewhere or will bring you back to a hot summer day.It requires just a few simple ingredients.The end result looks like a fancy cocktail but it will take you less than 2 minutes to make! Here’s What You Need lime – you’ll need the full lime for this drink!...

I make homemade turkey breasts every couple of weeks or so to use for lunches, instead of buying the processed stuff. It started when I was pregnant. You’re not supposed to eat deli turkey when you’re pregnant and as a health and nutrition editor, I also knew about the concern over nitrates and nitrites. I was on a serious turkey sandwich kick at the time and didn’t want to give it up....

These are the best dang biscuits I’ve ever had, vegan or not! They have layers upon layers of tender, flaky, buttery goodness and they bake up nice and tall. Just like my soft Vegan Dinner Rolls, these biscuits are easy to make and even easier to eat. I love to eat a warm homemade biscuit with a bit of vegan butter and jam, but I’ve also made an awesome breakfast sandwich using a vegan sausage patty and a slice of vegan cheese....

Step 1: Prepare Flank Steak One thing that simplifies this Steak and Mango Salad is that you’ll make one dressing and you’ll pour part of it over your meat for a marinade, and save the rest for your salad dressing! After marinading the meat, cook it on the grill, or in the oven. Step 2: Prepare Salad Ingredients While steak is cooking and resting, prepare lettuce and slice mango, onion, and avocado....