This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe Salads are often seen as a boring, mundane side dish. But this healthy roasted vegetable salad stands out. Here’s why: Uses a fun variety of veggies. This hearty salad has a wide assortment of vegetables like carrots and bell peppers. Depending on the season or what’s in the fridge, you can switch up your favorite veggies across the rainbow....

While I am dreaming of a white Xmas – which, let’s face it does not look likely – I have decided to make myself a tray of snow-covered cookies instead 🙂 . They are my eggless take on the famous Italian almond cookies amaretti morbidi, except that morbidi does not mean what you probably think it does. It simply means ‘soft’ as, like their traditional counterparts, they are soft and chewy on the inside and a touch crispy on the outside....

Hope you guys have had a good week and are ready for the weekend! We certainly are. It was Duncan’s birthday on Wednesday and we are having some friends over to celebrate, which we are looking forward to immensely as we have not seen them in over a year. Duncan is particularly excited as being able to celebrate this birthday this year makes a nice change. Last year he was in bed with Covid for his birthday and the year before that, while we went away to Devon for it, he got bad news about a job he was really keen on....

Try this fusion recipe for your next gathering! It is easy to make ahead of time and enjoyed by everyone. “California Style Wet Burrito”? My late aunt, who once lived in California, taught me how to make this recipe. As a way to be healthy and cost-efficient, she made it with fresh homemade roti back in the 70’s. Ingredients See the full list of ingredients and quantities needed in the recipe card below....

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! Jump to:💭 Why you’ll love this recipe 📋 Ingredients and notes 📖 Step-by-step instructions👩🏽‍🍳Top tips for crispy Brussels sprouts🍴 Serving and storage suggestions📖 Recipe💬 Comments 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe Vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free: I love sharing healthy, wholesome and delicious dishes on this blog, and this is perfect example of that....

This recipe was created out of the need to use up a bunch of Swiss chard I harvested from my garden before replacing my raised beds. A friend brought over some eggs from his backyard chickens, and I had exactly four slices of bacon in my fridge, just enough heavy cream leftover from another recipe, and a random frozen pie crust in my freezer. I LOVE when the stars collide and you have everything you need to make something delicious without having to go to the store!...

It is zucchini season over here and while I don’t grow my own food yet, I know that zucchini – once it takes – tends to give prolific harvest and so I always get avid gardeners asking for zucchini recipes. This baked zucchini fritters recipe is as if Greek zucchini fritters and hash browns had a baby. They are delicious and easy to make but instead of frying – as I tend to avoid frying myself – they are baked in the oven to crispy perfection....

These are made even better by being laced with tomato salsa and an avocado dip, which is well worth whipping out your food processor for (although admittedly I’ve made these several times and served them with plain yoghurt, which is equally delicious)! Aside from the fact that my family loves eating these, I also love making them. They are so incredibly easy, they allow me to use up any veggies I have in the fridge and they are freezer-friendly, so I can make a double batch, ready for when I need it....

My in-laws are in town, so it’s been a very fun week of walking around town, enjoying the mild summer in New England (very different from the Texas they are used to) and of course, eating. Since Zach and I cook so much from home, whenever we visit with his parents we always make them dinner. When we visited last, it was chicken piccata pasta (yummmm). This time, it was easy chicken enchiladas with my new favorite side dish: black bean and corn salad....

I cannot live without chocolate. I know it sounds rather dramatic, but chocolate is one thing that I just couldn’t possibly imagine giving up. This past year has seen me making the biggest dietary changes of my life: I gave up meat, fish, diary and eggs. Even though the prospect of it seemed very daunting to begin with, I did it for a good reason, and once I went through with it, I realised that it’s not such a big deal....

If you are a vegetarian and want to try a Chinese tofu dish, then give this Salt and Pepper Tofu recipe a try! It’s spiced with peppers, onions, and of course salt. The end result is a delicious 5 spice Chinese tofu recipe that is finger-licking good! I highly recommended trying this delicious crispy tofu recipe with fried rice or noodles to make it a complete meal. It also pairs well with cold beverages....

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe Perfect dip for gatherings. This delicious dip is sure to be a crowd favorite when you serve it at summer parties, potlucks, and family gatherings! It also makes for the perfect game day snack! Versatile recipe. The combination of flavors make this recipe perfect for a variety of pairings!...

“You don’t make this enough” are the exact words my family says about this recipe! It is not the average chicken tikka masala recipe, but tastes great! Serve it with rice or roti to have dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Packed with flavor and zero cream! This healthy recipe uses Shan Chicken Tikka Masala which has a unique flavor and gives this gravy a delicious taste. Want to try something even more delicious?...

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 📖 How to freeze fresh spinach Two quick notes before we jump in: None of these options work if you want to use spinach in salads (like my fresh spinach avocado salad). Freezing spinach breaks down cellular walls, so it will lose the structure you would want for a salad. Always wash and dry spinach leaves thoroughly....

What is Aloo Palak? Learn How To Make Stovetop Pakistani Aloo Palak, a flavorful blend of spinach and potatoes seasoned with aromatic spices. This quick and easy Pakistani recipe, cherished in both India and Pakistan, is best enjoyed with warm, fresh chapati. Among the vegetarian recipes on this blog such as: Lauki Sabzi and Vegetable Curry. it’s one of my personal favorite for Pakistani main dish recipe. INGREDIENTS Spinach- While you are certainly welcome to utilize fresh spinach, I personally opt for the convenience of pre-packaged baby spinach leaves....

This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re in a rush, please use the “Jump to Recipe” above! 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe Skip boiling water. No need to boil a large pot of water and take out a steamer basket, all you need is a microwave and a small amount of water to get delicious broccoli! Check out microwave asparagus, microwave baked potato, and microwave corn on the cob as well....

Six ways to store fresh dill There are four ways of storing dill, depending on how you want to use it. Bouquet method (for immediate use as fresh dill) Refrigeration (most common, great when used fresh) Freezing (longer shelf life, great for soups and stews) Freezing in oil or butter (longer shelf life, great for sauteing) Drying or dehydration (longest shelf life) Preservation with salt (easiest, long shelf life, great flavor preservation)...

Vaquas- Hi everyone, I’m back with a new recipe. It’s Khatte Baigan (Tangy eggplants). I can’t tell you how special is this to me. My mom used to make this exactly this way. This is another recipe that has my whole childhood stored. Khatte Baigan is a tangy recipe the tomatoes and spices infused give your tastebuds a ride of their life. Khatte Baigan is an Indian dish. In India, it’s made throughout India....

Variations & Substitutions Kimchi. Use any store-bought kimchi. Chop it finely to spread evenly on the bread. Brown sugar. Add a touch of sweetness and to balance the sour and spicy flavors. Cheese. Use a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Bread. I prefer to use sourdough bread that complements the flavors of kimchi. You can also use ciabatta or whole wheat bread. Butter. Use butter or vegan butter as a spread on the bread to get a golden brown toast....

Golden brown bread crumbs topped on pasta mixed with a sharp cheddar and cream cheese sauce make this the best restaurant style macaroni and cheese recipe. This homemade mac and cheese can be served as a main dish or a side dish with the addition of healthy veggies. Win win, right? MACARONI AND CHEESE Gourmet Mac and Cheese doesn’t have to be made from scratch. A few additions and tips will have you eating a creamy and delicious bowl of cheesy pasta that you won’t want to share....