published Aug 20, 2021, updated Aug 14, 2024 Mango chicken is a harmony of contrasting flavors, and while it’s spiced, it’s not spicy — there’s a difference between the two! Think heat vs. flavor. The marinade is bursting with authentic Indian spices (turmeric, cumin, garam masala) but isn’t overwhelmingly hot. And any heat is carried away by the coconut and mango fruit sauce. I just love the creamy consistency of coconut milk curries and sauces....

MANGONADA! The perfect beverage for a hot day! There’s a Raspado shop on almost every street corner in Texas. So most summer weekends consist of early Saturday dinners with friends so that we can make it to our favorite Raspado truck before they close up for the night. I’m not kidding when I tell you that there’s a line that backs up to the street sometimes. This place is POPULAR....

published Apr 03, 2023, updated May 31, 2023 The Muslim holiday of Ramadan is celebrated annually, during the 9th month on the Islamic calendar. In 2023, Ramadan runs from March 22 to April 21st. It’s a time of prayer, and fasting occurs daily from dawn to sunset every day of the month. There are strict rules about fasting during Ramadan, but a pre-dawn meal is allowed and encouraged, as are meals after the sun has set....

It has such an irresistible velvety and creamy texture thanks to the arborio rice and savory flavor thanks to the meaty mushrooms and parmesan. Everything comes together to form a dreamy and flavorful bite. You won’t be able to get enough of this dish! This mushroom risotto is cozy enough for a weeknight meal but is also a stunning dish for entertaining or special occasions. It’s a foolproof recipe, and this post is full of tips and tricks so you get the perfect mushroom risotto every single time....

Bring on all the low carb, high protein dinners. ? And these orange chicken lettuce wraps are a thing. A BIG thing around here. More specifically ground chicken sautéed and then drizzled with a homemade orange chicken sauce that actually contains, real 100% no sugar added orange juice, along with freshly grated orange zest and topped with tiny mandarin oranges so the orange flavor carries through and through. These lettuce wraps are a healthy alternative to the not-so-healthy orange chicken you get from your favorite Chinese Restaurant and dare I say that orange chicken was meant to be wrapped in butter lettuce all this time and we are justtt finding out now?...

Not a fan of mustard sauce? Take a look at our Tuscan Salmon with Parmesan Cream Sauce. Several years ago I’ve set a personal goal of adding more fish and seafood to my family’s diet. What I learned is they can tolerate some of fish but everyone absolutely loves salmon. That is why you can find numerous salmon recipes on my website. This fatty and rich in Omega 3s fish makes a frequent appearance on our dinner table....

I come from South India and for someone from Southern part of India; this parangikkai vathal kuzhambu should have been one of those very first recipes that should have been written in the blog. Unfortunately that did not happen in my case. I make vathal kuzhambu very so often in my house. Every time I make it, I think of taking pictures and then I don’t. It is because either it does not match the vathal kuzhambu my mother makes or the family is starving....

Best of all, this nutritious recipe for pasta fagioli soup comes together in just 30 minutes and in one pot, meaning a comforting hug in a bowl is never far from reach. Plus, it’s perfect for meal prep — make a batch on the weekend and enjoy all week long. For more Italian soup recipes, try my Tortellini Soup recipe, Italian Wedding Soup recipe, and Lasagna Soup recipe! What You Need To Make This Recipe Mirepoix – this flavorful and aromatic blend of chopped yellow onion, chopped carrots, and sliced celery is the backbone of this hearty soup’s flavor profile....

Easy Nutrient Dense Peanut Butter Energy Balls Healthy, bite-sized treats are a must-have in my kitchen/freezer for whenever sweet cravings strike – especially when they taste like dessert – like my lemon coconut balls, keto balls, bliss balls, and these sweet peanut butter oatmeal balls (also called peanut butter energy balls, power balls, oatmeal balls, etc.). These chewy peanut butter energy bites combine just 5 ingredients, primarily peanut butter, oats, and chocolate, for an energy-boosting, nutrient-dense snack (loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats) that are also whole-grain, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and child-approved....

Bread has become such an integral part of my family’s life and ever since I have started baking breads, I just love to try out different combinations and flavors. To this date, my favorite bread is the Semolina bread. I can just not get over the texture of this bread as it so soft in the inside with a lovely crust. When I saw this Pizza Swirl Bread bread being mentioned as bread for the ‘We Knead to Bake’ group, I wanted to try it out as we love pizza and bread....

This weeks stress buster of choice is a healthy one. These raspberry cream greek yogurt pops are melty, creamy, icy, and perfect for welcoming summer. Oh, sweet glory! These popsicles are everything I love about summers. One of my favorite memories growing up were of picnicking at Lake Geneva. Every summer my family would pack up the minivan and take the two hour drive from a little suburb outside of Chicago to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin....

Loads of potatoes, shrimp, and corn in my shrimp and corn chowder. You’re looking at my husbands new favorite summer soup. He’s a big fan of chowders and this one totally delivers. And I think it’s pretty safe to say that you will love it too. What you’re getting here is a creamy chow-duh with teeny tiny potatoes in every bite, meets succulent shrimp, and sweet kernels of corn. It’s unbelievably....

I’ve got the Monday blues. And i’m thinking the only thing that will cure it is a big bowl of broccoli beef made in the slow cooker that tastes just as good as your favorite Chinese restaurants take on it. At the risk of sounding like i’m tooting my own horn, I’m gonna say that my recipe is better than any take-out broccoli and beef you’ve ever had before. This weekend was a whirlwind of activities....

The top of the cake is finished with piped swirls of brown sugar cream cheese frosting. Serve this cake for a holiday gathering, or add candles to use it as a birthday cake. You’ll love how the frosting compliments the cinnamon flavor and pairs perfectly with coffee any time of the day. For more layer cake recipes, try my pistachio cake, key lime cake, or butterscotch cake recipe. What You Need to Make This Recipe Cake Flour – using cake flour instead of all-purpose flour will help the cake to have a soft, tender crumb and light texture....

I have always wanted to make samosas, the crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, fried and filled delicacy that is very famous in North India. This is the most famous evening snack that is served with steaming hot tea. Traditional samosas are deep-fried and that was the only reason that had kept me from making them. I often eat spinach samosas (mini version), which are available in frozen form, when we meet at my friend’s place....

This chicken goes so well with our Asian Noodles Salad! Is it really a surprise that by the time midweek rolls around all we want to do is to come home from work, put our feet up and dial the local takeout number for the usual? I get you, guys! We work hard and the last thing we want to do is more work when we get home. I am the first to admit I get tempted to order in instead of cooking my own dinner often....

And don’t forget your favorite taco toppings. While this soup is delicious on its own, the toppings take it to the next level and really give it that taco-like feel. I’ve got loads of ideas for you below, but essentially, if you like it on a taco, you can probably add it to your soup! If you’re looking for other easy soup recipes, try my tomato soup recipe, cream of broccoli soup recipe, or black bean soup recipe....

We are in the last week of my A to Z International Flatbread series. For the alphabet T, we go to the Persian cuisine to explore the Taftan Bread. This bread is very similar to the Indian Naan made with lightly enriched dough. The texture of the Taftoon is very similar to the Naan and can be served with soup or stew or as I did with some spicy side dishes....

Use the time you’ve saved on your main dish to make this garlic butter sautéed cauliflower with breadcrumb as a side. Are you hungry for a big old spoonful of Midwestern cooking? Then grab your biggest casserole dish, gather your family, friends and neighbours, and set that red-checked tablecloth. We’re making Tater Tot Casserole- without the canned soup! For many this much-loved American Midwestern classic invokes images of old-fashioned cookouts and family reunions....

Macaroni is one of my favorite pasta shapes! Try my Macaroni Salad for another easy and delicious macaroni side dish, and my Homemade Hamburger Helper (which has macaroni pasta) is ready in less than 30 minutes! Baked Macaroni and Cheese This Macaroni and Cheese is comfort food at its finest. It is rich, creamy, and very cheesy. This macaroni and cheese recipe starts off with a delicious cheese sauce made of equal parts flour and butter mixed with milk and lots of seasonings....