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Traditionally this is made by making fresh paneer from milk and then combining the paneer with condensed milk and sugar and reducing it further until it reaches the required texture. I took the shortcut and used equal quantity of ricotta cheese and sweetened condensed milk and reduced it further to get the burfi consistency. After a couple of month’s break, I am back again for my blogging marathon. I simply love this event, since it motivates me to get back to routine blogging....

This Kara Boondhi is yet another savory snack that I prepared for Diwali this year. My initial idea was to make Boondhi and use it to make Mixture, but due to the crazy schedule, I decided not to make a Mixture and made Kara Boondhi instead along with the Ribbon Pakoda / Nada Thenkuzhal and Apple Halwa. This is a very simple bakshanam/snack and could be made within an hour....

Growing up I never ate too much garlic at my parent’s house. My dad absolutely hates garlic in any of the dishes, so I and my mother eat dishes with garlic when my father is away on trips. After marriage, since my husband has no reservations against garlic we eat it often. This Kara Chutney recipe is from my friend Janani’s blog. The minute I saw this recipe, I thought to myself that my mother would love this....

Sticking to the green color, today I made Karuveppilai Sadam aka Spiced Curry Leaves Rice to end the theme of ‘colorful dishes’. I had many ideas flooding through my mind, but for the color green, I could not get past spinach or cilantro. I have already made many possible things with spinach, so wanted to stay away from it. When thinking of using cilantro in a main dish, I could only think of Cilantro Rice which I have already made....

Perfect side dish for your Easter table. Adding layers of flavour to simple dishes is one of the reasons I love cooking and feeding people. Apart from the cooking process itself, watching people’s reaction of surprise, satisfaction and joy is what makes my job so worthwhile. This simple green bean recipe is no exception. Green beans are not my favourite if I am completely honest. The only way I really like them is in this homemade from scratch Green Bean Casserole, smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce....

This week, for the next three days I will be posting simple menus that can help plan our meals. For the first day, I have a very simple North Indian menu that is almost the comfort food that I grew up eating. Growing up in Northern India, I need to have my roti at least couple of days a week and my kids have also developed a very strong liking to North Indian food....

published Jul 31, 2023, updated Aug 14, 2024 I am thrilled to share today’s marinara recipe with you. Homemade marinara sauce is fresher, healthier, and more delicious than anything you’ll find in the store. Plus, I have adapted this version to deliver maximum flavor without the hours spent at the stove. And seriously, this recipe could not be easier. You will need to chop up the garlic cloves and fresh herbs, but aside from that, there is virtually no prep work needed....

Vegan Mexican Pizza Recipe Weekends are screaming for pizza and I thought why not try something new! You guys know I love pizza and I have tried all different kind of pizzas, such as chickpea avocado pizza, mushroom pizza, spinach pizza, pizza Hawaii, pizza Bianca, etc. However, I never tried a Mexican pizza recipe with refried beans. Until recently. And you know what, it was a good decision. Homemade pizza is always the best in my opinion, even when you have options like Taco Bell or Dominos....

Pro Tips for Amazing Pumpkin Cake I used real pumpkin stems for these cakes to give the most realistic appearance. I just bought a “Cinderella” pumpkin because they have a long stem then cut a few segments off with some garden clippers. You could also make the stems from some fondant or thick buttercream, but it wouldn’t look quite as real and takes more time. The KEY to decorating these cakes is to chill them after you apply and smooth the buttercream....

Looking for more easy, no bake dessert recipes? Try my Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars, No Bake Mascarpone Fruit Tarts or my Easy No Bake S’mores Bars! Mini Strawberry Shortcake Sometimes, I really want something sweet but just don’t feel like turning on the oven, especially in the heat of summer! If that sounds familiar, then this no bake shortcake dessert recipe is for you! Using store bought pound cake or angel food cake will make this dessert super easy to throw together....

For more entertaining recipe ideas, check out my Bruschetta Recipe Trio. Sundays were made to slow down, rest and connect with each other. And what better way to connect with friends and family than to share delicious food? I love to use moments like this to prepare fun dishes that break away from the ordinary. But although I want to make some great food I don’t feel much like anything complicated....

published Nov 26, 2020, updated May 20, 2021 What’s in Moroccan spice blend? This is a beautiful mixture of seven warm, ground spices that include black pepper, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, clove and nutmeg. An exotic and tasty blend for seasoning and dry rubs. I love using spices which allow you to pack in the flavor without adding calories or fat! This is why I really stress the importance of keeping a well stocked spice pantry....

My grocery store had the best, most juiciest, plump limes this morning. I just couldn’t resist! To me, March equals two things, limes and spring break. But mostly just lots and lots of limes. It’s spring break for my little sister, the 18 year old that I’m vicariously living my second teenage years through. She bought her prom dress this week. Tear when did she get this old? And how?...

Hello 2016! I am making this one skillet chicken dinner smothered in garlic and mushroom cream sauce on repeat this year. This is the latest addition to my one skillet chicken dinner family. We need more 30 minute meals that are easy to pull together on a weeknight. Enter this chicken dinner with veggies and sauce built right into 1 pan. A new year definitely called for a new spin on the recipe....

Enjoy this festive sweet bread with a cup of our Italian Hot Chocolate. It’s absolutely perfect when eaten sitting by the Christmas tree. Christmas Baking We all have our favourites when it comes to Christmas season baking. I like cookies but I absolutely have to have a slice of sweet bread with my morning coffee with a splash of homemade eggnog to feel truly festive. Cranberry orange bread is one of those bakes....

For another version of the classic Mojito, take a look at my Mango Mojito! Or if you wish to create a theme, why not make my Summer Party Mojito Grilled Chicken Thighs and serve them with this delicious Orzo Salad with Grilled Zucchini. Few cocktails work better on a hot summer day than a mojito. Everything in it is designed to refresh and take away the most desperate thirst. This legendary Cuban drink brings together mint and lime alongside rum with just right sweetness and a bit of fizz....

Creamy Sweet Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls If you’re obsessed with peanut butter and looking for a treat that will stop you from sticking your spoon directly into the jar (guilty!), then these truffles are for you. They combine the creamy sweet nut butter with bittersweet dark chocolate for a delicious bite-sized treat. Perfect for portioning and having as a treat whenever cravings hit. These are also a great high-protein snack, and – unlike many similar recipes online, this recipe contains a refined sugar-free filling....

published Oct 31, 2022, updated Aug 21, 2023 I am a huge sauce and condiment lover! It’s almost impossible for me to eat anything savory without some sort of sauce to go along with it. In recent years I’ve developed a passion for creating my own condiments from scratch. Fresh? Check. Made with wholesome ingredients? Check. No added preservatives or chemicals? Double check. Recipes like this sweet chili sauce recipe, Korean BBQ sauce called bulgogi, and ajvar roasted red pepper relish are just a few of my homemade creations....

published Jan 15, 2024 Persian eggplant stew, or khoresh bademjan, is a mouthwatering combination of eggplant, tomato, and onion in a rich, tomato-based sauce. As simple as it may seem, this classic Persian stew is infused with layers of exotic flavor with saffron, turmeric, cinnamon, and other aromatic spices. A touch of sour lime and sweet pomegranate molasses add just the right amount of contrast to make all the flavors really pop....

Did you know that you make super CRISPY potato pancakes aka (potato latkes) in the oven! They are just as crispy as fried and can be cooked all at once (no batches) AND no oil splatter! My trick to ultra crispy potato latkes is to remove as much liquid from the potatoes as possible. After the potatoes are shredded I transfer them to a colander to drain then squeeze out as much liquid as possible....