This is a meat version of my grilled eggplant rollatini that is filled with ricotta, lemon, basil and Parmesan cheese. A delicious vegetarian option. Store bought Italian sausage makes a quick and delicious filling because it’s already seasoned. Sweet or spicy Italian sausage both work very well in this recipe. The meat does not need to be pre-cooked, again making this easy and it’s one less step. You can see the attached step-by-step video of how easy this Italian Sausage Eggplant Rollatini recipe is....

If you’ve seen my recipe for Microwave Mashed Potatoes, you’ll know that I am a big fan of time-saving methods and I’m sharing my foolproof method for perfect baked potatoes made in the microwave which turns this dish into a quick 20 minute meal. Don’t get me wrong, I love a crispy skin oven baked potato, but I’m also a big fan of a quickly prepared meal. This method can also work for sweet potatoes/yams....

This incident occurred right after she decided to “help me cook” while I was out of the room by getting a spatula out of the dirty dishwasher and stirring the contents of my stand mixer. Fabulous. I guess she still has some hygiene to learn. Fortunately her idea of stirring is more like flicking bits of the top layer onto the counter and walls, so there wasn’t too much damage done....

Some people are just born with style. Then there’s me…and then there’s my sister Nikki. It’s comforting to know that there is one person in the world I can be more stylish than. At least as long as Eric’s sisters and mom are picking out my clothes and decorative pillows. But I spilled my secret. Now my sister goes shopping with my in-laws too (I’m not kidding), so I’m not ahead of anyone anymore....

In fact, this recipe is so good, Nathan said to me, “There are so many types of alcohol in there I don’t like, and I love this.” Tequila Vodka White Rum Triple Sec Gin Simple Syrup Lemon Juice Coca-Cola In this case, there is so much flavor and plenty of alcohol. I think it is fine to go with the more budget friendly Triple Sec. Tokyo Iced Tea: Take out the triple sec and replace it with Midori, then switch the coke out for lemon lime soda....

Several weeks ago my brother Eric mentioned in passing that he made marshmallow-stuffed cookies. “I used marshmallow creme,” he said. “Way better than a regular marshmallow.” And thus began my obsession. He was right of course: marshmallow and marshmallow creme are totally different. Creme is not solid at room temperature; it’s the consistency of thick, gooey frosting. (In fact I use it as a frosting on this Mississippi Mud Cake « so good....

Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram She is my mothering idol. Instead of merely letting my kids make cookies for dinner, I left them for 2 and 1/2 weeks and let grandparents have all the cookie-making decisions. First I went to Philadelphia for my brother’s med school graduation, then came home, but turned around a couple days later for an anniversary trip with Eric in Seattle. Who’s from Seattle?? Who’s visited?...

Did you know that one pot meals are one of the most searched recipe terms? Probably because anything made in one pot is easy and clean-up is easy, because we’re all busy and we all want easy. Perfect for a busy weeknight, just serve with a side your favorite vegetable. Dinner done! The key to the quick cooking of this One Pan Chicken with Tomatoes & Olives is thin chicken breasts....

I just made a reference to Eric about the part in the old Star Trek movie where they film the Enterpriser ship for like 11 minutes or something ridiculous like that. Instead of getting a high-five for even knowing about that, I get a scoff, “It’s the Enterprise, not the Enterpriser.” “So what, that’s just one letter. I was really close.” “Karen, Koren, it’s just one letter off. You want me to call you that?...

Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram I don’t mean to throw Eric under the bus here. He’s a pretty good cook and can definitely hold his own when it comes to dinner. But I walked into the kitchen to find that he had made one tiny tiny pepperoni pizza, and another one that was covered in broccoli. Eric told me later he doesn’t think he’s EVER gotten so many dirty looks from his family, including me....

About this simple Brown rice recipe Hate mushy or undercooked Brown rice like me? I know I was – until I discovered this simple, foolproof technique for perfectly cooked rice every time. All you need to do is wash the rice a few times until the water runs clear, then cook it uncovered in a pot of water for 25 minutes. Drain and let it sit for a few minutes, and voila – perfectly cooked Brown Basmati rice that’s fluffy, aromatic, non sticky texture and delicious....

Using a Good Quality Bread Pan The pan you use does matter as some are better than others. I highly recommend investing in a good quality bread pan for this recipe for cinnamon bread and all other bread recipes you make. It gets tons of use in our house. If you are nervous about making bread that requires yeast and rise times, no need to worry! This is an easy-to-follow recipe and with my step-by-step photos, this will turn out perfect for you every time you make it....

I am always on the lookout for appetizers and recipes that look and taste amazing but take little to no time. These little bites of perfection feature my Homemade Pesto Sauce and are so easy to make. Pinwheel recipes are a great way to bulk out an appetizer table for a get-together. I’ve even seen friends make more than one kind of pinwheel and put them all on the same plate together....

Eric and I decided after Christmas that we were going to “eat healthy” for all of January. I think we had intentions of sitting down and mapping out exactly how we were going to accomplish that, but we kept putting it off, and here we are almost to February. Eric at least made one small effort by downloading My Fitness Pal, where he tracks his calorie intake. So far all I’ve done is bring home Ben and Jerry’s, so that we can consume the number of calories we’ve already eaten that day in pure ice cream....

Toasties have been a treaty snack at home , ever since I have known. When the weather gets a bit gloomy, a bit chilli or may b rainy, Amma ( as I fondly call my mum) would make us Potato Masala Toastie or Paneer Toastie or Sugar Toastie and what not for a wholesome evening appetiser. One evening ,sometime around my 11th Grade , a friend of mine invited me to the local cafe that was newly opened , just down the street....

One of my mom’s favorite sandwiches was a Reuben. She never made them at home, but occasionally would let herself get one at a restaurant. (Vegetarian problems.) If you are like my mom and totally in love with all the flavors a Reuben sandwich has to offer, you can either make my Reuben Dip to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day (or the fact that it is Saturday). Or you can make these delicious Reuben Crescent Rolls....

About this Broccoli and Cauliflower Cheese gratin recipe As much as I love traditional English Cauliflower cheese, we love this cauliflower and broccoli cheese gratin too. What makes it special? We roast the veggies until crispy in the oven/ air fryer, coat them in a creamy white sauce, add two cheeses, and bake to perfection. It’s cheesy, creamy, and utterly delicious, I must say! For a comforting twist, try my secret: add cooked short pasta to the roasted cauliflower/ broccoli and cheese, pour in the white cheese sauce, and bake until melted....

About this easy Roasted Carrot Soup recipe This homemade roasted carrot soup is a breeze to make, requiring very little effort on your part. You will only need 6 ingredients plus salt, pepper, and herb for garnish. Simply roast some carrots, onion, and tomatoes in the oven or air fryer if you want to save time, and then blend them together to create a creamy and flavourful soup. It’s an easy and delicious way to enjoy the taste of roasted vegetables in a comforting bowl of soup....

About this Oven-roasted Root Vegetables tray bake I make tray bakes at least once a week, especially because it is soo easy and the cooking time is completely hands-off. While I am cooking the soup or pasta, these root vegetables are roasted and ready in time to serve together. Depending upon the season, I choose my vegetables and roast them in the oven to serve as a side dish. While these roasted winter vegetables are great as an everyday side, they also make a fantastic holiday side....

This meal is low carb, and keto-friendly. One Pan Chicken Dinner I’m a massive believer in one-pan meals. I mean, we’re all leading very busy lives and let’s be honest, sometimes we struggle to get dinner ready and served on the table. But I’m here to make your life easier, and share with you a recipe that I hope will become a staple dinner in your family. Whenever you’re too busy or overwhelmed with everything that’s going on in your life but you need to cook dinner, think of this recipe....