Tastes way better than the Takeaway and its delicious side too! HOMEMADE YELLOW PILAU RICE We love Vegetable Pilau rice and Mushroom Pilau at home, however, my kids do request on and off for Plain Simple Yellow Pilau rice and Coconut Pilau rice to pair with their favorite Indian Chana Masala. I call our Pilau rice easy because there is hardly any preparation in the recipe except dicing the onions and rinsing the rice well....

I can’t tell you how excited I am. Those exclamation points don’t even do it justice. I had become really discouraged after a full 2 months of looking and not finding anything that was in the right area, that we could afford, that had the amenities that we insist upon (read: dishwasher). But somehow, magically, we got it all. The right place, the right price, the right dishwasher. And TWO OVENS!...

Serve this for the holidays, summer barbecue, or smoke a brisket and serve it for your family for dinner and then enjoy the leftovers for a few more days! What Cut of Meat is Brisket Brisket is the cut of meat from the breast or lower chest of the beef. It’s a primal cut and sometimes referred to as a “flat”. A cheaper alternative to brisket is the chuck, I even have a smoked chuck roast recipe for you!...

Perfect for busy days or when you need a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these meatballs are always a hit and pair wonderfully with other easy favorites like little smokies and pigs in blankets for a nice variety of appetizers. Our Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs are a big hit at home, especially during game days and family get-togethers. They have a special sweet and tangy taste that makes them different from regular meatballs....

This is the best instant pot chili that I have ever made or tasted! Not only is it delicious, but this chili recipe is super easy. All you need to do is cook the beef and some veggies in the instant pot using the saute function, then add beans, seasonings, and a little broth and let the pressure cooker do the rest of the work! In around 30 minutes, you’ll have a rich, savory, slightly spicy chili ready to eat, and it will taste like you simmered it all day long....

My daughter Charlotte and I got back from Science Camp a few weeks ago! Is this a thing where you live? In northern California it’s traditional to take a week long field trip to Santa Cruz with your 5th or 6th grade class. It was magical when I went as a kid, and it was even more magical going as an adult to chaperone. And by magical I mean hilarious....

There is some controversy for sure surrounding brining or not brining a Thanksgiving Turkey. For me, I have made tens (maybe hundreds!) of turkeys over the years, and I think that if you have the time to brine your turkey, it’s worth it. Bringing turkeys isn’t hard. The extra, easy step of brining your turkey makes it the absolute juiciest! Brining using this wet brining method is only appropriate for fresh turkeys that aren’t already “pre-brined” or “self-brining”, so be sure to check your packaging for the details on your specific bird....

Halloweenish things could not be just 7 weeks away. My brain simply could not comprehend this. I started to feel really dumb, but that did not stop me from continually scrolling up and down on my calendar, confused. Where’s the other “ber” month?? One time a friend at church told us that in the Philippines where he is from, “any month that ends in “ber” is a Christmas month.” Ha!...

I love having smoothies for breakfast. They are a great way to have a quick grab and go breakfast that will still leave you satisfied throughout the day. This green smoothie is a great option because of the added nutrients of spinach. It is simple to make, delicious, and will leave you feeling great. Green Smoothie Benefits Not only is this banana spinach smoothie recipe simple to make and delicious, it is loaded with nutrient-dense ingredients....

Every once in a while a new TikTok food trend pops up on our feeds, and we get excited to try it! Pasta chips became so popular back in 2021 with millions of views on TikTok. I often share TikTok viral recipes, but only the ones that I think are worth it! So be sure to check out my whipped coffee, green goddess salad, and baked feta pasta that became so popular on my blog, and my favorite baked oats that I still make quite often....

Eggnog is one of the best and things about the Christmas season. It doesn’t always have to be spiked (although I do enjoy it that way too), it is more than enjoyable the way it comes because it just tastes like Christmas. This recipe is non-alcoholic so you can make a big batch for the whole family. This recipes yields enough for 4 people at 8 ounces each. This Traditional Homemade Eggnog does not come really thick (it’s like hot chocolate) like some you buy in the stores, which I think are sometimes to thick....

This Mutton curry is a celebrated Marwari royal delicacy made with indigenous Mathania Red Chillies from an ancient village in Rajasthan called Mathania.It is usually eaten along with unleavened(which means without yeast) breads made with locally available millets like Jowar and Bajra during the winter months.Read more about millets and how they compare with wheat and rice on my how to introduce Millets in our diets. This recipe is especially important to me because my ancestors hail from Rajasthan....

These Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes are just that. They start with a simple tuna salad recipe that you will fall in love with. That salad is stuffed into four large tomatoes that have been hollowed out and drained. The result is a low carb lunch that is filling and perfect to take to work. You can even make it ahead of time! These will last in the refrigerator (completely put together) for three days....

The other day a friend shared with me how similar her toddler’s sense of humor is to her’s and how much laughing they do. It occurred to me in that moment, that my kids really do have a similar sense of humor to me too. They can make me laugh harder than almost anyone. It is probably one of the reasons why I love family dinner time so much. The older they get, the more detailed our conversations get, and the more laughter there is – often at our expense....

Can I hear some Yay for these Fun Double Layered 15 Minutes V-E-G-A-N Raspberry Matcha Popsicles? Absolutely fun!! I will tell you why.. There is no set measurement in the layers. A little more of the Raspberry or a little more of the Matcha Layer won’t hurt. Both the flavors are gorgeous and they marry really well. Just incase you have got spare Raspberries, try making Raspberry Granita and for a twist with Matcha, try this Matcha Mango Oatmeal Smoothie....

There is something about Wedge Salad that makes me think of the 1950s and Wisconsin Super Clubs. It is such a simple but classic side dish. Though, like with most things, it is a classic for a reason. It comes together with just a handful of easy ingredients, but they combine in the most perfect way to create a side salad that you can fall in love with each time you make it....

Pizza night is a favorite in our house, and I love mixing it with different flavors. This White Pizza is an amazing alternative to your traditional pepperoni. It starts with my delicious creamy white pizza sauce, and is topped with cheeses. This pizza is a simple but delicious dinner. And if you love pizza but can’t do red sauce, this is the perfect alternative. What is White Pizza? Instead of using a tomato-based pizza sauce or fresh tomatoes, white pizza or pizza bianca is made with a creamy white garlic pizza sauce and topped with lots of white cheese....

These Zucchini Carrot Muffins are chock full of healthy ingredients and taste scrumptious! Sweet apples, carrots and zucchini blend together in a moist, cinnamon muffin batter that tastes like carrot cake! My son Gavin actually requests these for his birthday instead of cake. They’re inspired by these apple muffins that we make often. I combined that idea with my delicious zucchini muffins recipe to create a whole new muffin recipe....

When baked potatoes are done right, they can make the best lunch or dinner that the whole family can enjoy. I always baked my potatoes in the oven, until about a year ago when I thought why not try and make them in the air fryer. They turned out so perfect that I never made them in the oven again! Here’s why I love air fryer baked potatoes: The skin turns out golden, crispy and just perfect!...

Suitable for Gluten free, Low carb and Vegan diet. Instant Pot Air fryers I have been using Instant Air fryer Vortex 6 in 1 for the last 14 months and Vortex Dual Drawer Clear Cook for the last 3 months. I make these healthy roasted peanuts every now and then. Sometimes just seasoned with sea salt , cajun seasoning or with Indian spice mix. They are a convenient snack to carry on a road trip, enjoy on a game day, or even for Netflix binge-watching....