Summer and all the grilling that comes with everyone’s favorite season is in now in full swing. Grilled Chicken Skewers with Mustard Sauce is one of my ‘oldie, but goodie’ recipes that I’ve recently updated with new pictures and a video and it is such an easy recipe, and oh so delicious, that you’ll be making it all season long. Skewering food is one of the best ways to grill because the food cooks quickly....
In my family, all men love BBQs and since the summer officially started they have been enjoying BBQs every single weekend! BBQ lamb ribs the Middle Eastern way is one of the dishes that make an appearance on our menu quite often. In this post, Yazeed (my husband) shares his perfect BBQ lamb ribs recipe. Lamb Ribs Recipe You might be more familiar with cooking lamb ribs in the oven, but barbecuing them is also a great option....
I am SO excited for the grilling season. We’re starting the season a bit early and regardless of the chilly weather, we’ve been grilling for the past week either in the kitchen using our electric grill, and my trusty cast iron grill pan. Or in the backyard using our outdoor grill We’ve been making all sorts of easy grilled kabobs, sides, and even desserts. I’ve been loving these grilled chicken kabobs and veggie kabobs, they’re so quick, easy, and taste wonderful....
What Milk to Use This recipe works great with skim milk. Keep in mind that when you make a recipe, you can usually go up in fat content of milk without any problem, but not down. For example, if a recipe calls for whole milk, you really don’t want to use 1%. But here, we used the lowest fat content milk available, so going up in fat would just make it richer....
Sweet potatoes are always a favorite of mine. I eat them all year long, but I especially love them around the holidays. Not only are they delicious on their own, but they are high in fiber, and offer your body some great vitamins and minerals. While there are a million delicious ways that you can prepare sweet potatoes (Hello, did someone say Sweet Potato Fries???), these Hasselback Sweet Potatoes are a show stopper around the holidays....
In our family, we’re big fans of healthy smoothies, and this Strawberry Mango Smoothie is at the top of our list. It’s a fruit smoothie that tastes like a tropical getaway in a glass. Combining fresh or frozen mango chunks, strawberries, oranges, and your milk of choice, this smoothie serves up a creamy summer drink that is as refreshing as it is nutritious. It’s an energy-boosting, gluten-free, and vegan fruit smoothie that is not only simple to make but also bursting with flavor....
Enjoy buttermilk biscuits as a side with dinner, or try them for breakfast topped with homemade jam or sausage gravy. This Buttermilk Biscuits recipe uses just 6 common ingredients to make the most amazing, flaky, light, and buttery homemade biscuits. If you’re used to popping open a can of refrigerated biscuits, you will be thrilled by how much better these taste, and how easy they are to make! Homemade biscuits are a must for enjoying with Chicken a la King or savory Sausage Gravy....
If you’ve never made your own homemade croutons before, you are really in for a treat. These little bread cubes are tossed in rich olive oil and seasonings, then baked to create the perfect crispy yet slightly chewy texture. A must-have crunchy topper for Caesar Salad or Tomato Soup, I make these often at home. Use leftover bakery bread to make your own. Want to make croutons in the Air Fryer?...
Flatbread that is sold in bakeries and grocery stores usually contains milk and sugar, and I find these ingredients very unnecessary so I usually make my own flatbread at home. It’s really simple to make and does not require too much effort. I also like the fact that I know what exactly goes into my food that way, and that I can control the taste, the amount of salt, the portion, and the quality....
This recipe for Honey-Garlic Chicken Wings was created in partnership with Hamilton Beach Canada, as one of their brand ambassadors. All opinions, as always, are my own. I only write about and recommend products I use and love myself. I still can’t believe its time! The sun’s shining, birds chirping, flowers blooming and the trees are all green again. Need I say it, Summer is here… finally! It brings with it joyful times – of enjoying an early dinner in the backyard, of walks at the beach, camping trips, biking, road trips and yes, of course, picnic baskets with a box of Honey-Garlic Chicken Wings!...
Making a charcuterie board doesn’t have to feel hard or complicated, I have tons of tips and tricks to make this easy! Have I mentioned to you guys how much I love making charcuterie boards for my family for fun movie nights? I think my kids believe that it’s part of a fun treat for them, but what they don’t realize is that it is the ultimate mom treat. I mean, fancy meats and cheeses that I get to snack on and call a meal?...
Vodka is such a versatile base to start with since it absorbs flavors beautifully and infusing it with various flavors adds a great twist to regular cocktails. How to Make Jalapeno Infused Vodka Recipes to Use Jalapeno Infused Vodka Putting a jalapeño spin on so many different cocktails is a great idea. Here are some of our favorites. Jalapeno Moscow MulesJalapeno Bloody Mary
When Eric was in college, he and his friend Brian formed the Sandwich Club. Activities included sandwich making, sandwich supplies shopping, and the creation of new and tasty sandwich combinations. There were exactly 2 people in this club, and with good reason: one sandwich was not enough for a hearty lunch, but two sandwiches was too much. The solution? Every meeting of the sandwich club saw the making of exactly 3 sandwiches....
What is a Moka Pot? These little pots are quick and simple to use and give you a stronger and richer brew than you would get from your drip coffee maker. The pot sits on your stovetop and it brews coffee by passing boiling water through ground coffee with the help of pressurized steam. You can find the pots in aluminum or stainless steel. Stainless steel will last longer, but I’ve used this aluminum Bialetti Moka pot for years and it’s still going strong....
Say hello to the cheesy, comforting goodness of Instant Pot Alfredo Chicken Pasta – a one-pot wonder with chicken breast, cream, spaghetti & parmesan Cheese. A comforting meal that the whole family will enjoy! This recipe promises to become your go-to for busy weeknights or whenever the craving for a cheesy, comforting meal strikes. The classic Alfredo chicken pasta, made in the instant pot, very easily, in one shot. The sauce, pasta, and chicken cook together, making this recipe truly effortless!...
This guide is for long-grain (or medium) white basmati rice- without the husk. You could say basmati rice is in our blood. My family has been growing their own basmati rice in India for generations. Needless to say, we take our rice seriously. The stovetop method of cooking basmati rice is my mother’s , and instant pot or not, that’s her preferred way of making it. Everyone likes their rice a certain way, and that’s a fact....
Here’s a healthier version of mac and cheese with the addition of broccoli, it’s a family-friendly recipe and a great way to get your kids to eat their veg! Creamy rich sauce, chewy pasta, and loads of cheese! It makes a great weeknight dinner as it’s ready in just 20 minutes, and it’s made with simple cupboard and fridge ingredients that you already have in your kitchen. Mac and cheese is perfect for any time of the year, it’s one of these dishes that I never get tired of....
Who likes underdone chewy brown rice? It’s just about my most abhorred thing in the world. It takes way too much time to cook and it always results in either a weird gummy texture or a little undercooked. But since I have bought my instant pot, brown rice has become a everyday staple now. When you cook the brown rice in instant pot, you get better than perfect rice- every single time- Fluffy, non sticky and i swear with a nice curry on top, you wont even know the difference between white rice and brown rice!...
Looking to recreate your favorite braised lamb shanks that you find on the menu at fancy fine dining restaurants? I will walk you through the steps, with all the details that you need to know to make killer lamb shanks in the Instant Pot! Whether you’re making these lamb shanks for a special occasion, or you’re making this on a Sunday. This will be a meal that your whole family will love!...
Here’s another family favorite, honey sesame chicken made in the Instant Pot! A bit similar to my favorite Instant Pot brown sugar chicken recipe, and my firecracker chicken (this recipe is AMAZING by the way, make sure to check it out!). It’s definitely one of the recipes that go in our monthly rotation, and we usually serve it with plain white rice. The Instant Pot version is so quick and easy!...
