Love fusion desserts, you may like carrot halwa cheesecake jars too! About these Quick and Easy Gulab Jamun Shrikhand Jars If you have gulab jamuns and shrikhand ready, this fusion Indian dessert is super easy to make and comes together in literally 10 minutes. They are a brilliant make-ahead dessert recipe. Assemble the jars a day or two in advance, seal them with lids and enjoy the celebration day stress-free....

Need another great breakfast egg muffin recipe? Make these Cheese and Sausage Egg Muffins! Something that definitely helps out our family is a pre-made breakfast. Meals and snacks that can be made ahead of time and put in the freezer are always a good idea, and these Ham and Egg Muffins fit the bill! Not only are they easy to make, but this egg muffin recipe freezes really well after baking....

If you’ve never tried making Hawaiian roll sliders, I really hope you make this recipe for ham and cheese sliders. You are going to fall in love with the sweet, salty, and savory flavors in this easy sheet pan sandwich recipe. Ham and cheese is of course a classic sandwich combination, but we’re making it even more delicious. A buttery sauce enhanced with garlic, onion, dijon mustard, and honey makes these ham and cheese sliders completely amazing!...

I saw this bumper sticker today: “How’s my driving? Shoot me a text.” HA! So my best friend Sarah announced on Facebook yesterday that she had just spent 4 hours creating the “Daniel Craig in Casino Royale 6 Week Meal Plan” as requested by her husband, and if anyone wanted a copy they could shoot her an email. (Click HERE if you want to see it! Thanks Sarah!) It is exactly what it sounds like: 40 days of meals similar to what Daniel Craig ate while training to be James Bond....

One of my earliest memories of school are from when I was probably 6 years old, sitting on the steps with my girl friends, swapping homemade Mango pickles and parathas made by our mothers. Have you ever had homemade Mango pickles? It’s usually made with raw small green mangoes-quartered and preserved in a milieu of Mustard oil,Fennel Seeds(saunf),Nigella Seeds(Kalonji),Mustard Seeds(Rai) & Fenugreek Seeds(Methi seeds).When I made this curry the first time I was aiming to harness that taste of my childhood....

We are making old-fashioned kettle corn today, kettle corn that tastes just like the one you buy at your local fair, amusement parks, farmer’s markets, or sporting events. I love traditional movie theater popcorn but at movie theaters, it’s pretty expensive and basically loaded with butter and sugar. This recipe is the perfect compromise – it tastes just as good but you get to control the ingredients so you can keep them healthy-ish!...

What is Salsa Verde? Salsa verde is a traditional Mexican salsa made with tomatillos and green chili peppers. The term salsa verde translates to “green sauce” in Spanish. Tomatillos look like unripe green tomatoes covered with a paper husk, giving the salsa its distinctive tangy flavor. Other ingredients include onion, garlic, chile peppers, fresh cilantro, and salt. This sauce is versatile. It can be used as a dip for chips, a topping for tacos, or a flavorful addition to meats and other dishes like enchiladas....

Watching Hercules counts as a mythology lesson for kids, right? So I’m good with just calling that homeschool for the day? But wait! I actually found this Hercules study guide to follow up our film fest with some brain stimulating Greek culture activities. The study guide is from some school in Britain and must be from a long time ago, because it references CD-ROMs and other ancient practices, like “going to the library to do research....

Buckwheat is a delicious and gluten-free superfood (despite the “wheat” in its name). It’s very popular in Russia, and Slavic countries, and it’s very easy to cook! Cooking buckwheat requires just 20 minutes from start to finish. If you choose to have it for breakfast, it’s one of the healthiest breakfast choices that you can add to your menu. Buckwheat is naturally vegan, loaded with fiber, minerals, and vitamins. For more healthy porridge recipes, check out my creamy cornmeal porridge and this delicious quinoa porridge!...

After trying so many different methods to cook quinoa, I finally found the best way to make sure that my quinoa is fluffy and perfectly cooked every single time. Quinoa can be a bit tricky to cook and sometimes it comes out tasting bitter, but I have an easy fix for you! So keep on reading to learn more. This is a part of my Back to Basics Series where I teach you how to master essential kitchen skills....

This step-by-step beef bone broth recipe is the only one you’ll need to fill your freezer with this homestyle recipe staple. Use homemade beef broth for soups, stews, sauces, or enjoy it by the cup! You are going to love making homemade beef broth from scratch! My grocery store has half an aisle devoted to broths and stocks in boxes, cans, and jars. These products are convenient, but they can be expensive, and not nearly as delicious as what you can make with this beef bone broth recipe....

Here’s my recipe for the best EVER Instant Pot short ribs! The short ribs are cooked to perfection in so little time (compared to other cooking methods), and with very little effort! Just like my Instant Pot Lamb Shank recipe, you will end up with fall of the bone tender meat in the richest and most delicious sauce! I love how glossy and rich the braising liquid turns out, and I often thicken it to turn it into a flavorful gravy to serve over creamy mashed potatoes....

Deciding whether to soak dried chickpeas is crucial. While soaking is often linked to reducing issues like IBS and bloating, personal experiences may vary. The ultimate difference lies in cooking time: Until we moved to the UK 19 years ago, I’d never seen canned chickpeas or canned garbanzo beans. I, like many, opted for the canned variety for convenience, even when I had time. But after reading the nutrition label, I realised it wasn’t the best option due to the sodium and preservatives....

Idli Dosa Podi makes everything so tasty and better. Here’s how I make this classic South Indian style homemade Idli Podi! What is Idli Podi? Idli Podi is often known as Edible Gun Powder , Milagai Podi, Molagapodi, Gun Powder Chutney or Spiced Chutney powder. This podi is usually a ground blend of roasted lentils, chillies, hing and salt. Resulting flavors are slightly tangy, savory, and spicy, with coarseness....

Nothing beats a bowl of comforting pasta on a cold day! I especially love alfredo sauce and make it all the time, whether it’s just the simple homemade sauce with pasta, this chicken alfredo pasta, or my chicken alfredo tortellini soup that I make in the Instant Pot as well. This alfredo chicken pasta turns out so rich and creamy quite similar to what you get at Olive Garden! Serve it with homemade breadsticks, and a simple side salad for a complete meal....

This classic meal is a family favorite, and especially loved by the kids in our family. Juicy chicken topped with delicious marinara sauce and a generous amount of cheese. I first had chicken parm in Olive Garden with my sister in NYC, and I thought, this dish is so simple but extremely delicious. I mean, it was comforting and good! Buttered spaghetti, chicken breasts smothered in marinara, then topped with melted Italian cheeses....

If you love Baby Potatoes, then this recipe for Instant Pot Roasted Potatoes is a must try! You really don’t have to prick the potatoes and watch them while pressure cooking. This recipe is just so easy with its two step process - Cook & Roast. WATCH A QUICK VIDEO ON HOW TO MAKE INSTANT POT GARLIC HERB ROAST POTATOES (51 SEC ) I have chosen to use Olive Oil for this recipe instead of butter, as these roasted potatoes does taste good with Oil too....

With Easter coming up so soon, and after you guys LOVED my Instant Pot buttered potatoes recipe I decided that it’s time to share this family favorite with you that involves carrots so it’s perfect for Easter. And makes a great side dish that will go very well with your holiday dinner. Instant Pot Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots These candied carrots are so easy to throw together, they’re cooked to perfection in a caramel-like sauce....

If you’re new to pressure cooking, this is one of the best beginner Instant Pot recipes to feed your family! Make this Mississippi Pot Roast in just an hour with the Instant Pot. My mom always made this budget-friendly recipe in the oven with a simple chuck roast, jar of pepperoncini peppers, and a couple of seasoning packets at least once a month. Once I found this super fast and easy version, I never looked back!...

This Instant Pot veggie soup with beans is comforting on a cold night. Whether you are looking for a quick meal for the family or something uber nutritious along with dinner, this soup fits all categories. It’s also a great way to use up all bits and bobs of the veggies left over in the refrigerator. The best part is how little work it takes to come together. The secret is to use pesto sauce and canned tomatoes....