Every time our kids leave the house, they have a bottle of water with them. It is remarkable to me how different we all feel when we are well hydrated. A full bottle of water can mean the difference between a crabby and not crabby Lisa. This summer I’m adding fruit to my water to make it even easier to stay hydrated. While any fruit will kick your water up a notch, these recipe combinations are so fun and delicious....
Who doesn’t love pancakes, right? Just not the slaving over the hot stove! Also the cook gets to eat with the family and that’s the biggest win of this recipe! Okay I am being dramatic but these are a great fun alternative to a regular pancake. Especially when you have to cook for more than a couple people. These are so so delicious and spongy that they will soon become your child’s favourite breakfast....
Although traditionally Pav Bhaji is made with copious amounts of butter and is considered a fairly indulgent treat, you can easily turn this dish vegan by using any kind of light cooking oil. Cutting down on the amount of fat will also make this a very nutritious, well-balanced meal. This recipe of mine is super simple and using the Instant Pot makes it super quick and hands-free as well. It’s the perfect recipe for a busy weeknight or a weekend brunch....
So the bug has caught me too!What can I say! I bought an Instant pot too.All the way from USA. This was the first dish I made in it..besides boiling water which is the first “check” you do on it.I promise to write about using Instant pot in India soon! What is Instant Pot Quinoa Chicken Instant Pot Quinoa Chicken is a wholesome - well rounded bowl of goodness with protein from the chicken, fibre from the veggies and carbs from the quinoa....
Rasta pasta is a very popular recipe on my website, it’s one of my readers’ favorite recipes so I added to share an Instant Pot version with you and it’s as good as the stovetop version. What is Rasta Pasta? Rasta pasta comes from the Rastafari culture in Jamaica, it’s a very comforting pasta dish that has all the cream and cheese that you need to feel good. It also has a strong flavor, and a lovely spicy kick that will make you want to have this pasta all the time!...
So much of what I love about winter soups is that they don’t need to be fussy to warm the soul. In fact, the more humble and simple, the better! It just means that it can still be extremely delicious and satisfying while also being quick and easy without the need for fancy ingredients. Thanks to the Instant Pot, there are no long simmering times at the stove! It’s the perfect, nutrient-rich way to ground yourself throughout the holidays when you’ve overdone it on desserts....
I absolutely love this Taco Soup all year round. It comes together so quickly with only about 5 minutes of hands on time in your Instant Pot or pressure cooker. It is a quick riff on my Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup, but is perfect for when you forgot to get it going in the morning. This meal uses chicken and pantry items, so it is a perfect fall back meal....
This is the exact recipe from Buckingham Palace that was recently released. You will find a printable recipe by scrolling down this page or use the ‘jump to recipe’ button above. Seeing a new monarch on the throne for me, as a British citizen, is something new because I’ve only ever known the Queen, but now my country is going to have a King and Queen! It’s been 70 years since Queen Elizabeth’s Coronation (by the way, her dish was Coronation Chicken!...
This past September Nathan and I celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary. Just the other day, I looked at him and said that I would have never imagined how much stress kids add to a marriage. I mean, sure, I saw my parents fight, but surely it never had anything to do with us! Don’t get me wrong, I wouldn’t trade our kids for the world. And ultimately they have totally enriched our marriage and brought us together time and time again....
These mini sausage rolls are a delicious alternative to the age-old pigs in a blanket and they taste better too. Everyone loves a sausage rolls and these are very seasonal with the use of pork, apple and sage. Great for holiday entertaining. The sausage roll is Britain’s favorite snack or light meal and a sausage roll in puff pastry is where it’s at. There’s something about biting into soft, crispy puff pastry that you don’t get from anything else, then you get through the pork filling that is flavored with sweet apple and sage....
If choosing between a margarita and a mojito has you longing for one of each, this is the recipe for you! This icy cocktail combines minty mojito with tangy-sweet margarita, resulting in a pitcher full of flavor that you’ll be sipping well into the fall! Looking for the classics? I have the BEST Margarita Recipe ever and a killer Mojito Recipe. Other Refreshing Cocktail Recipes Vodka Lemonade Watermelon Margarita Original Moscow Mule Recipe...
What is Molokhia Molokhia is a very delicious and nutritious Middle Eastern dish. Very popular in Middle Eastern countries including Jordan, Palestine, Syria, and Egypt. It’s made from either fresh, dried or frozen Molokhia leaves (Jew’s mallow or Jute leaves or nalta) that are used as a vegetable in this recipe. The leaves are boiled in water or stock, resulting in a thick soupy liquid often served with white rice on the side....
Do you ever misspell a word so many times that even when you get it right it looks wrong? Parfat. Parfaight. Parfaite. Parfaaaaaaaaay. Spellcheck and Google are both reassuring me that parfait is correct but I can’t trust anyone anymore. They’re ALL WRONG. I’m pretty sure this is a French word, always a dangerous road when it comes to spelling. Like charlatan, for example. The first time I thought to name my blog The Food Charlatan I googled how to spell ‘charlatan’ first....
My super easy No Bake treat My Nutella Mug Cake is the perfect easy no-bake treat for any occasion, whether it’s a quick fix for a Nutella craving or my kids wanting a cake! With just a few basic ingredients, including everyone’s favorite chocolate-hazelnut spread - Nutella, this mug cake cooks in just 1 minute. Plus, the beauty of this recipe is you can make it just for one in a mug....
One-Pot Pasta As a chef and a food blogger, I cook almost every day with no breaks! I love cooking, but one thing that I really hate? Washing up! This one–pot pasta is one of my go-to dishes that I make on really busy days, when I’m working all day in the office and don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 15 minutes, and then there isn’t much washing up to do!...
This post is sponsored by the National Peanut Board. I received compensation, but all opinions and content are my own. In our house we go through A LOT of peanut butter. So much peanut butter, in fact, that when I accidentally pick up the smaller jar at the grocery store, Nathan is irritated with me because he knows it will last no time at all. Two big jars. Bought in bulk....
Baking French Christmas Macarons takes time, patience, and attention to detail. All of that is worth it when you take the first bite of your perfect chewy yet lightly crunchy macarons that you made yourself. Read through the recipe here a few times, and follow each step exactly in order to get the best results. I have another amazing macaron recipe! These Chocolate Macarons are filled with Nutella buttercream. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Key Ingredients Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below....
Sliders are the perfect way to feed a crowd. There are so many different ways you can do them, but the thing they all hold in common is how easy they are and what a crowd-pleasing recipe it is. Today we are making Philly Cheesesteak sliders. While these aren’t quite the same as authentic Philly Cheesesteaks, they are so delicious, that I don’t think you’ll mind. We are doing a couple of small things to really enhance the flavor of these and put them over the top....
Our family loves stir fry, and this Pineapple Chicken recipe checks so many of our boxes. It comes together in 30 minutes while still being made with simple ingredients. This fantastic chicken recipe has a delicious sauce that is neither too sweet nor too salty. Finally, the amazing flavors come together in a way that will win over even your picky eaters. Spice Level This recipe gets its little kick from the chili paste....
For Thengai Poornam: Ingredients: Fresh Grated coconut(thengai) - 4 small cups Red Jaggery - 1 cup Cardamon (Elachi) - 2 (Powdered) 1 teaspoon ghee DIRECTIONS: Make sure the jaggery is broken down into small pieces. Bring 2 cups of water to boiling and then add the red jaggery.Add the cardamon powder. Once the jaggery blends well with water and comes to a slightly medium consistency add the grated coconut and stir it well to mix well....
