What is Indian Curry Sauce aka Bhuna Masala? “Bhuna” literally translates to “Roast”.The onions and tomatoes are roasted together along with a few choice spices to create a base for all Indian sauces.Mastering this is mastering Indian Cuisine. “Bhuna” literally translates to “Roast” This masala is akin to soffritto used in Spanish,italian,portughese and Latin American cooking- the base used for all sauces.Similarly this Indian Bhuna Masala is the base to all curries....

What is Labneh? Labneh, labaneh, labna, or labne is a Middle Eastern strained yogurt which is basically yogurt that has been strained from most of its whey leaving a thick creamy consistency with a salty tangy flavor. It’s basically an early stage of cheese, that’s why we sometimes refer to it as labneh cheese. The texture of labneh dip or cheese is divine! Although labne is very similar to cream cheese or soft cheese, it’s not really considered a cheese but more of a creamy dip or a sandwich filler like hummus....

Oven roasted beets are a great side dish with a few added ingredients in this Easy Beet Salad or a perfect addition to a Roasted Beet Salad. One of the things that I love buying at the Farmer’s Market most in the summer is beets! But if I’m being honest, I buy and eat them all year long. Roasted beets are so easy to make, that I find myself doing it on a weekly basis so that I can add beets to my salads....

Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram I was in the other room with Truman and the dentist, but I heard all the adults laughing, and the receptionist gleefully told me the story. I’m not sure if this is my cue to put Charlotte in improv classes, or if Eric and I just really need to cut back on the sarcasm at home, so that our kids can enjoy their innocence a bit longer....

I’m one of these people that try to eat home-cooked meals as much as possible. Both my husband and I love cooking and eat in most of the time, except for times when we really want to go out for a nice dinner or want to check out a newly opened restaurant in town. Meal prep makes it easier for us to stay on track, and eat healthy meals at home....

In this post,I will answer all your questions- To soak or not to soak, to add salt or not, to add spices of not. But first, is it even worth cooking pinto beans in the instant pot instead of just grabbing canned ones? There are tonnes of good options, organic too. So why cook it in the instant pot?A few reasons really It’s cheaperIt’s without any additives, chemicals and weird gooey stuffDried beans can be stored for ages....

Busy weeknights are back, as it’s back to school season. This is a stovetop casserole (casseruola in Italy or cassoulet if you’re in France) or an Italian sausage stew with simple ingredients. You can cook this casserole ahead and reheat easily. It comes with my guarantee that your whole family will love it, AND makes even better leftovers. Best Italian sausage for casseroles I like to use sweet Italian sausages, this offsets any spice in the sauce....

This post is sponsored by Quorn. QUORN TAKEAWAY RANGE For this recipe, I have partnered with Quorn to showcase their brand new fakeaway food range, which is lip-smackingly delicious. Texture and Taste are so chicken-like, that you won’t believe it’s not real chicken! Takeaway food is often fried and considered more like a treat. However, we are extremely lucky that this Quorn fakeaway range has healthier meatless options. Bake or Air fry the Buffalo Wings in just 16-18 minutes....

The best part about Thanksgiving is that when it’s over it’s CHRISTMAS!!! Okay, don’t worry, I’m not really that harsh. Thanksgiving is great. But Christmas is like Thanksgiving’s cooler, hotter older brother. I started listening to Bing Crosby back in October, I already have all my decorations up, and my kids are wearing reindeer pajamas as we speak. (What I’m trying to say it, I basically post pictures of Christmas in my locker at school....

What Is Luqaimat? Also known as Awama, Lukaimat, Zalabia, Lokma, or Lukum. These golden dumplings are similar to donut holes, but instead of rolling in sugar or icing, these are dipped in a cold simple syrup and enjoyed immediately while still crunchy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. Luqaimat also exists in other cultures where the dessert is slightly different, but the concept is the same. In Greece, there are Loukoumades, and in India, you will find a similar dessert (with a slightly different texture) called Gulab Jamun....

You know that terrible nagging you feel when you are watching a movie and you know you have seen one of the actors in another film, but you can’t place them? Story of my life. It’s so nice having Eric around in these situations: Karen: Daaaah who is that lady I know her I know her! Ooooh who is she Eric who is she?? Eric: Marion Cotillard. Karen: [blank stare] Eric: She plays Mal, the wife on Inception....

Make this festive snack mix to take to Halloween parties this year, offer it to trick and treaters, or give to your family and friends. This easy 10-minute treat is a great way to celebrate Halloween and it’s definitely a crowd-pleaser! With its salty, sweet, and crunchy flavors, this mix is the ultimate Halloween snack. You will love all the flavors, colors, and textures that go into this spooky snack mix....

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year to be in the kitchen. There is something about the season, the earlier sunsets, and the crisp air that lure me into cooking warm and cozy meals for those I love. If you love fall cooking as much as I do, you will love this collection of autumn recipes. I have dinner recipes that will soothe your soul. There are delicious fall desserts from pumpkin to apple....

How is this particular no-bake cheesecake different from a baked cheesecake? There are no eggs in this recipe and the reason it needs to be baked! Eggs in a traditional cheesecake can sometimes make the texture grainy and, if not cooked correctly, ruin it altogether by turning out lumpy and curdled. This no bake cheesecake contains real cream cheese but no sour cream or whipped cream are added as these two ingredients can sometimes negatively affect the flavor of this creamy dessert treat....

This Oats Chocolate Chip Cookies is surely my cookie on-the-go, using Rolled Oats from my pantry into the recipe. Incredibly Soft & Chewy and so easy to make are these Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. On a chaotic school day afternoon as we parked the car, the kiddos fled into the house like a storm. One wanting to Wee urgently whilst the other was keen in getting hold of the Remote to the Tele....

I’ve always been a big fan of porridge, this comes from my Russian childhood and the Russian culture where porridge is a “must have” in the morning. Porridge is called “Kasha” in Russia, and it can be made with oats, rice, polenta, Amaranth or chia. I’m not a morning person, so I usually just wake up in the morning, get dressed, eat something quickly and leave the house (I do all of that in 30 minutes maximum!...

I’m making the best of peach season and then they are sweet and ripe, they blend up to a perfect puree that I have mixed with a little vanilla Greek yogurt (which is so good with the peach) and honey for added sweetness and creaminess. Fresh peaches Because there is no cooking involved, you can have the kids help you make them which is a fun activity and they get a reward at the end....

Most of my brunch recipes can be made the night before, and this classic Quiche Lorraine recipe is no exception. Serve it warm or cold, and enjoy every single flavorful bite. This is bound to be requested at all of your family holidays. The important piece to prefacing pie crust is to use weights. This will keep the pie crust from melting into the bottom of the pie pan. You can use loose change or dry beans, as mentioned above, but you might want to invest in pie weights....

Since I’m on a mission to FROSTING ALL THE THINGS, I thought that this Red Velvet Buttercream Frosting would be the perfect next feather in my cap for this mission. I’m beyond happy with how this recipe turned out. It’s rich and creamy, and the cocoa and the buttercream make it all sorts of red velvety goodness. I was going make you some cupcakes to put this on, because it would be so pretty, but that seems a little disingenuous....

Chickpeas are the backbone of hummus. They are a large part of what gives it its smooth and creamy texture. As much as I love chickpeas raw, today we are tossing them in the oven. Ladies and gentlemen, let me introduce you to your new favorite snack: roasted chickpeas. All of this is to say they are perfect for a healthy snack. They are also delicious on a salad, with pasta, in a wrap, or in a grain bowl....