For the second day under the theme Tea Kadai Menu, I chose to make Butter Biscuits. Every South Indian would have tasted this biscuit at least once in their lifetime or if you are like me, you would have grown up eating these biscuits. There are several brand names that came up with these cookies, but nothing could come close to the taste, flavor and texture that these road side biscuits have....

With squash season upon us already, make the most of this gorgeous gourd and try my warming recipes for Butternut Squash Risotto with Sage and Goats Cheese and Chickpea and Butternut Squash Curry. Sauce for ravioli As filling and as tasty as they are, offering up store-bought ravioli at the family dinner table regularly can leave a bit of a gap in the nutrition department. This is one of the reasons I like to serve them with a homemade sauce....

I recommend making cassoulet when you have a few hours to spare. While not difficult, this cassoulet recipe does take some time, so it’s perfect for a slow weekend meal. You can get a head start by soaking the beans overnight and prepping the chopped veggies, so everything is ready to go when it’s time to cook. For more warming stew recipes, try my beef stew, chicken stew, or coq au vin....

published Sep 28, 2022 There are so many different types of bread out there. It’s something I’ve gotten pretty into over the years, and I love to whip up a loaf of my own at home every now and again. If you’ve been following along, you probably remember my recipes for simit (Turkish sesame bread), garlic naan, barbari bread, and Armenia flatbread (lavash). So many countries along the Silk Road have their own particular bread recipes....

You’ve never tasted anything like this! Charred corn avocado salad on a bed of romaine lettuce with the most delicious honey lime dressing and lots of pickled onions to balance the sweetness of the corn. It’s just a handful of ingredients but you won’t believe the impact that they have. Each one of them aids in making a firecracker of flavor in every bite. This grilled corn salad is completely vegetarian-friendly but a batch of grilled chicken, carne asada, or some black beans would work beautifully with this....

chicken puttanesca I have always been a huge olive lover and Puttanesca sauce is one of my absolute favorites. Puttanesca sauce is a super easy Italian tomato-based sauce with olives, capers, onions, and garlic. The olives and capers add a nice saltiness and brininess to the sauce. Why you will love this Chicken Puttanesca: What ingredients will I need? Tomatoes – 3 kinds: A can of garlic fire-roasted tomatoes, a can of crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste....

Whether you plan on enjoying this loaf for breakfast or as an afternoon snack, this banana bread tends to disappear fast off the counter. So it’s a good thing this loaf comes together quickly and easily. Simply mix the ingredients in a mixing bowl, then transfer to a pan and bake! You’ll have this loaf ready in no time. If you want another easy bread recipe, then try my apple bread, chocolate zucchini bread, or classic banana bread....

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE D’Anjou pear — this is my go-to pear as they are dense, so they hold up well when poached and baked. A softer pear will become soggy, affecting the cake’s texture after baking. As these green pears do not change color to indicate ripeness, check for ripeness by pressing your thumb near the stem end of the pear. If the pear gives in to pressure, the pear is ripe....

This recipe is sponsored by RAGÚ®. We’re using their RAGÚ Simply Traditional Sauce to make today’s easy chicken parm casserole. Weeknight-friendly chicken parmesan casserole! Those words have to be the best thing you’ve read on the internet today. Mostly because when I say things like ‘weeknight-friendly,’ I mean 10 ingredients, 45 minutes of cooking time, and one saucy, flavorful casserole! Traditional chicken parmesan is made with crispy breaded chicken cutlets, fried until golden on the outside and tender on the inside....

I love salsas with a bit of bite! Try my Chipotle Corn Salsa for something crunchy, sweet & spicy, and my Mediterranean Salsa is a fun twist on this Mexican classic! Black Bean and Corn Salsa Looking for a quick and easy appetizer or side dish? I’ve got you covered. This Avocado Corn and Black Bean Salsa takes less than 10 minutes to make and only requires a few ingredients!...

If you love desserts like I do, try my Hot Fudge Pudding Cake recipe and My BEST Chocolate Cake Recipe, hands-down! Homemade Chocolate Fudge Cakes for Two After a meal, I am always craving something sweet. And these Chocolate Fudge Cakes are just the thing to satisfy my tenacious sweet tooth. Plus, this recipe make the perfect amount — two mini 6-oz. chocolate fudge cakes. These delectable desserts are perfectly rich with just the right amount of sweetness....

Using veggies as a base is a great way to enjoy lower-calorie, often low-carb pizza. I’ve already shared a zucchini crust pizza, but now it’s the turn of this eggplant pizza recipe. When baked, eggplant is tender and almost creamy, but with a neutral enough flavor to make a wonderful low-carb pizza for your toppings of choice. As much as I often adore carbs, sometimes I’m in the mood for something a little lighter without sacrificing comfort and wholesomeness....

What You Need to Make This Recipe Onions — while you could use any type of onions, I prefer yellow onions. They have a bright flavor and provide a lot of sweetness to the soup and do not have much bitterness to them. Flour — the flour is meant to help thicken the soup so feel free to use any flour you have on hand. White wine — the wine not only deglazes the pot but also adds an extra depth of flavor to the soup....

Oh, July! You have been interesting. Starting with the fact that we kicked the month off with a pipe leak in the wall of our family room. Which, unfortunately for us, we didn’t catch until one morning when I walked across the floor and felt the laminate flooring squishing. And within seconds water was bubbling up from the planks, and in a panic, I was screaming for hubby to come down before the house floated away....

Do you love fried rice as much as I do? Try my Shrimp Fried Rice or Beef Fried Rice as a light, protein-packed meal, and my Best Fried Rice Recipe is always a hit! Where are my garlic lovers?! This recipe is just for you! Garlic Fried Rice aka “Sinangag” is loaded with tons of fresh garlic, green onions, and rice. It is such an easy side dish to whip up for any meal!...

The Best Garlic Knots Recipe Who doesn’t love garlic knots, am I right?! They are soft and fluffy with a savory and herby flavor thanks to the garlic oil with fresh parsley and parmesan. I think everyone should know how to make some homemade garlic knots. They go perfectly with so many different meals! Plus, you can freeze them after you bake them in order to always have some on hand....

published Jan 28, 2022, updated Mar 27, 2024 Tiganites loosely translates to “little fried” treats and keftedes means “meatballs.” So what do we get when we put them together? Little fried meatballs! That’s an oversimplification, of course, and there’s nothing “little” about the flavor and texture of these Greek lamb meatballs. With all of the Mediterranean spices, herbs, and cheese in the mix, it’s no surprise that these tender meatballs come out plump, juicy, and absolutely irresistible....

10-Minute Basil, Garlic, and Spinach Pasta Sauce I’ve already shared a simple one-pot pasta and quick 20-minute garlic noodles. Now it’s the time to go one step further with this super quick and easy spinach pasta sauce that you can throw together in less than 10 minutes with one saucepan and a food processor. Serve the green pasta sauce with pasta of choice or low-carb zucchini noodles for a fuss-free, crowd-pleasing meat-free meal....

published Jun 12, 2023, updated Aug 14, 2024 Today’s recipe for lasagna rolls is a much simpler adaptation of a classic Italian dish known as rotolo. For more baked cheesy goodness from the Mediterranean, check out my posts for Pasticcio (Greek Lasagna), Tiropita (Greek Cheese Pie), and Spanakopita Triangles. Love this recipe? Share it with the world on Pinterest.

Taking under an hour from the initial prep to serving and requiring just 20 minutes of hands-on cooking, this hamburger vegetable soup is remarkably easy to whip up. It’s perfect for the rush of weekdays or the calm of weekends. What’s more, you can prepare it in advance, so a comforting bowl is always ready and waiting, precisely when you crave it. For more hearty soup recipes, check out my recipe for Lasagna Soup, Chicken Pot Pie Soup, and Taco Soup recipe next!...