What is Cumin Powder Ground, blended dried, toasted cumin or Cumin seeds, also called Jeera power, it is one of the main indian Spices. In india, Jeera or Cumin is used in many forms.The whole seed is used while tempering , the ground version is added in curries and roasted ground cumin is used as a condiment or a sprinkler, especially on chaats. I can bet you a thousand dollars that it’s there in every curry you have ever had....

This salad is Salad#5 of the challenge.It’s very minimalistic in it’s ingredients but the multiple textures make this Roast Pumpkin Quinoa Salad a tantalising affair. What is Quinoa / Kinwa Quinoa is an ancient South American grain which has recently gained popularity in the health food circuit because of its high nutrient density.Its been hailed as a super grain though its not really a grain at all but seeds from a plant....

I love making seasoning mixes because I typically have all the ingredients needed in my pantry. This is true with this seasoned salt recipe. It comes together so quickly and is such a great replacement for the store-bought jar. By making this easy ingredient at home you can customize it perfectly to your own dietary needs and tastes. This delicious salt blend can be used in so many different dishes....

If you are just starting out with instant pot, then these recipes are totally what you need! Once you get comfortable with the instant pot, you will soon making dinner as per your own recipe!

It’s the best and the easiest thing you could make for your thanksgiving, Christmas dinner. It will completely beat the socks out of anything that you can take out of a can. Really, don’t do it. This takes all of 12 minutes out of which you work for only 1 minute. That’s literally the amount of time you would take to search for a can opener. Fine..I would take at least one minute....

This is a combination of roasting and pressure cooking potatoes.First you get the flavours going by sautéing the potatoes in oil.This will crisp up the skin which will be a great flavour carrier. After this you pressure cook the potatoes with minimal amount of water. Speaking of Roast Potatoes, You have to give my Crispy Smashed Rosemary Potatoes a try too! They are so crispy and fudgy at the same time!...

Last weekend, we went to our local farmer’s market for our weekly fruit and veg shop and we found the cutest pumpkins and squash! Of course, I had to pick up one of each and that means that this month will be all about fall produce, so many new exciting fall recipes are coming! I am SO excited to share this Instant Pot stuffed pumpkin recipe with you! My husband makes it every year, and trust me, this recipe is the best savory pumpkin meal that you will make in the Instant Pot!...

Easy Italian Pasta Salad Ingredients The beauty of most pasta salads is how versatile they are! You can really just toss in any ingredients you have on hand. But here’s where I like to start with this recipe: I will add that as the granddaughter of Italian immigrants, there is not a whole lot that makes this recipe Italian. That being said, I know it is the name that most people would recognize this dish by....

I hope you guys have a great weekend!! I know I’m going to, because SLEEP! Sleep is my friend! It’s a whole new world! ;) I’ve been feeling really unbalanced lately, and am trying to establish better routines so that I’m a happier, healthier mom/wife/human being. My normal routine is to stay up really late working on this blog. Like, reeeally late. Full time mom during the day, full time blogger at night!...

Learn how I make this easy Beetroot Pachadi with Step by Step Recipe method below. What is pachadi? Pachadi is a SouthIndian variant of North Indian chutney or Raita made with yogurt and seasoning spices. Make a Kerala Raita with a vegetable of your choice and dish it up with sambar and steamed rice. Pachadi is a little sour, sweet and spicy dish made delicious by adding mild spices, coconut, and green chilies....

Today I cleaned out my diaper bag. Are you a clean car person? I feel like if you’re a clean car person then you’re also a clean diaper bag person; sadly I am neither. It took me a good 20 minutes to empty everything out, scrub it down, and return the essentials. The last thing I pulled out was from a secret pocket on the inside…a secret pocket that was so secret, I forgot it was there....

Made popular in school cafeterias, these brownies are even better than you remember! Sweet and fudgy chocolate brownies with chocolate frosting? Yes, please! We call these Lunch Lady Brownies because many of us remember getting brownies just like these at our school cafeteria. There were also these amazing Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Cookies. While school lunch food wasn’t always the best, those school cafeteria workers really knew how to bake some amazing treats!...

I’m sharing one of my favorite seafood soups today – the often overlooked Manhattan Clam Chowder. I say overlooked because New England Clam Chowder, with its creamy, salty base, generally takes all the credit when someone mentions chowder. You can find New England clam chowder on restaurant menus all over the US (particularly on Friday nights), but Manhattan-style clam chowder seems to be more rare. Manhattan Clam Chowder is a tomato-based chunky soup flavored with salty clam juice, smoky bacon, and the perfect blend of herbs and spices....

Enjoy your new meatloaf recipe and the confidence that comes from making a dinner that the whole family loves! Meatloaf also exists in some form in many other countries and regions around the world. I believe that meatloaf is therefore the world’s best comfort food dinner recipe. For more family dinners using inexpensive ground beef, try my Ground Beef Stroganoff with egg noodles, or Homemade Sloppy Joes. If you haven’t made meatloaf before, you’ll find that this recipe is super simple, satisfying, and delicious....

INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS: Lets get started with the process. Wash the Rice and keep it aside for 30 minutes. Just as the name , the 2 major ingredients that goes in this recipe is Methi n Corn. I have used sliced onions to give us an additional flavour. In 1 teaspoon of ghee , add the whole garam masala’s (jeera, clove , bay leaf , cinnamon , star anise and cardamon(opional) , bada elachi....

A creamy Mexican pasta salad dressing with mayo, lime, and garlic coats pasta, avocado, black beans, and grilled corn, and the salad is finished off with salty crumbles of cotija cheese. Mexican Pasta salad is such a colorful, flavorful pasta salad filled with black beans, tomatoes, corn, and avocado. With a taco-seasoned creamy dressing pulling all of the ingredients together, you’ll see that this salad is a huge hit at your next summer BBQ....

Almost all cultures around the world have their version of the meatball, with the most popular being Italian. Greece has its own variation, and, of course, Swedish meatballs are a big favorite. Today, I’m introducing you to Indian meatballs, known as Kofta in India and the Middle East. Both the meatballs and the sauce in this Indian meatball curry are mild. I like to start the recipe this way because not everyone enjoys a lot of spice....

This recipe is very simple, but it comes with such a big wow factor. If you are nervous about making mussels, this needs to be your go-to recipe. It is made with accessible ingredients and easy to follow steps. Whether this is a date night main dish or an appetizer for a party, these are going to be a huge hit! Look for some that are tightly closed and that look and smell fresh and like the sea....

If you are looking for a simple but delicious after dinner cocktail, it doesn’t get much better than the Negroni. The combination of Gin and Campari makes for a slightly fruity flavor that is absolutely delicious. Negroni Ingredients This great drink comes together with three simple ingredients. Gin: We love Bombay Saphire which is a great middle of the road gin. If you are looking for top shelf, we recommend Sipsmith London Dry Gin....

I love making things in my own kitchen that are just like store-bought items, but way better! This Olive Garden salad dressing is my newest obsession, and I know that you are going to love it too. Use this signature dressing to make my Olive Garden Chicken Pasta or a replica of the famous Olive Garden Salad. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Ingredients in Olive Garden Salad Dressing Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below....