How to Make Cornbread Pudding 1.) Preheat oven to 350F or 175C. Beat two eggs together in a bowl 2.) Cut the caps from the jalapeños and then halve and remove seeds. 3.) Deseed and finely dice 2-4 jalapeños depending on how much spice you’d like. 4.) Drain one 15oz can of whole kernel corn and transfer to large bowl. 5.) Pour eggs into the corn then add the jalapeños. 6....
Fan of creamy soups? Take a look at our Creamy Chicken Wild Rice Soup. I am not the one who usually practices minimalism in cooking but the recipe I am sharing today is one. This Cream of Broccoli Soup with Smoked Gouda is a good example of quality and seasonal ingredients standing on their own. 6 ingredients, not counting the essentials like salt and pepper, and 25 minutes of your time are standing between this fabulous recipe and you....
Pasta salad season is upon us! And what better way to welcome the season than to turn a classic into a Tortellini Caesar Salad? This is your basic chicken Caesar salad kicked up to a whole new level with tons of cheese-stuffed tortellini, crispy romaine lettuce, crunchy homemade garlic croutons, and my two-minute salad dressing that you’re going to want to have in the refrigerator at all times. In the summertime, Anees and I make it a point to eat cold food for lunch....
published Oct 12, 2022 Shrimp is one of those proteins that is so versatile. It’s one of my favorite things to whip up in the kitchen, and there are tons of different ways to prepare it. You may remember my recipe for Greek shrimp saganaki or this Mediterranean couscous salad with shrimp. Or, maybe my honey garlic shrimp and shrimp and pork shumai tickled your fancy! I’ve also made quite a few Thai shrimp dishes in my day....
When you get invited to fly to France on the spur of the moment, you say an enthusiastic YES first and then make sure you are available second. But honestly what would you do if you were asked to taste cheese and wine for two days straight. Wouldn’t you cancel all plans and go? I thought so. Although I live only a short drive away from France, I have only been to Paris twice and haven’t explored the rest of the country....
This is yet another recipe that is filled with protein. If you are trying to get greens into your diet, this is the Recipe to go for. This dhal has mild flavors and is perfect for weeknight dinners to serve with rice or rotis!! Preparation time – 10 minsCooking time – 40 minsDifficulty level – easy Ingredients to make Dhal Palak – Serves 4 Palak/spinach – 1 cup (chopped) Moong dal/Yellow split lentil/green gram dal – ¾ cup Onion – 1 (chopped) Tomato – 3 (chopped) Green chilies – 4 (slit lengthwise) Oil/ghee – 1 tbsp Turmeric powder – ½ tsp Cinnamon – 1 stick Cloves – 4 Cumin seeds – 1 tsp Ginger garlic paste – 1 tsp Salt – to taste Lime juice – 1 tbsp...
Dhal puri, when I first heard the name, I was imagining some kind of deep-fried puri. When I researched further on the recipe, I learned that this is somewhat of a savory version of our Puran Boli made with split pea/chana dal. I referred to many websites and videos to try to make it as close as possible to the authentic Caribbean Dhal Puri. The process of making it was thrilling, and my son who was watching me make it, volunteered to shoot a video of it and he also helped me open my YouTube channel to add this as my first video....
Want some protein on the side? Try my Sticky Asian Chicken, another takeout classic! And if kimchi gets you excited, try it again with my Easy Kimchi Noodles! I was a bit late to the game in discovering kimchi, but I’m doing my best to make up for lost time. Not only does kimchi manage to pack all sorts of nutritious ingredients into one package, it brings an absolute wallop of flavour to everything!...
There are so many variations of this British classic to enjoy, like this Blackberry and Pistachio Ice Cream Eton Mess! The British love their traditions, like roast dinner on Sunday and strawberries and cream at Wimbledon. Eton Mess sits along side these as it’s traditionally served at the annual Eton and Harrow Colleges cricket game and is a true classic. It’s also a fun dessert to play around with, making endless variations on the basic recipe....
published Sep 26, 2022 Picture this: you open your fridge and notice that you have some eggs that will only go bad if you don’t use them right away. If you’re not in the mood for a giant omelet, well, I have a yummy recipe for you! These Filipino marinated eggs (also called adobo eggs) are just as delicious as they are unique. If you enjoy ramen, you’ve most likely already eaten something similar....
As if that weren’t enough to love, this recipe for fudge candy is a blank canvas for your favorite toppings or crunchy mix-ins like toasted nuts, sprinkles, crushed peppermint, or dried fruit. Whether you’re craving dark chocolate fudge or looking for a fudgy treat to add to your spread this holiday season, my easy homemade fudge recipe is perfect for you! For more homemade candy recipes, try my recipe for peppermint patties, peanut butter fudge recipe, and homemade chocolate truffles....
Most stir fry recipes contain either beef or chicken but not this garlic broccoli stir fry recipe. It’s a vegan version which contains healthy plant-based protein from chickpeas! Why would you love this quick and easy broccoli stir fry? It’s garlicky, sweet, sour, spicy, and flavorful. It’s a healthy weeknight dinner which is ready in about 25 minutes. The recipe contains only simple ingredients. How To Make Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry?...
So I have a theory. And no, it has absolutely nothing to do with this drool-worthy easy stove-top popcorn drizzled with garlic butter and parmesan cheese. I’ve thought about this quite a bit. I think there are 3 types of people in this world. 1.) The people that love/obsess over Harry Potter (aka the best kind of people in this world). 2.) The people that love/obsess over Star Wars. 3....
Homemade Gluten-Free Vegan Bread I cannot tell you how many times I tried making the perfect gluten-free vegan bread… Actually, I lost count how many times I ended up throwing the towel because it’s damn hard to create good gluten-free bread without eggs. But since I can be quite stubborn (haha) I actually never gave up and continued with the recipe testing… Psyllium Husk Powder One day, I started experimenting with gluten-free pizza crust that contains psyllium husk powder....
Warm, hearty and deliciously creamy! These tender, seared chicken meatballs are rolling around in a creamy lemon sauce that has a nice little zing! They’re warm and comforting but still offer a bright and beautiful lemony flavor that doesn’t leave you feeling heavy. Don’t be surprised if you catch the fam eating right out of the skillet while the sauce is still warm and tangy. It’s the perfect transitional meal to take us from summer right into fall or from winter into spring....
Greek Turkey Burgers Greek turkey burgers are a healthy, leaner burger option that still has tons of flavor! Not only are they a healthy-for-you option, but they are super easy to make. You can whip these up in under 30 minutes! I pack these Greek Burgers with lots of seasonings, fresh herbs, spinach and feta cheese to make them extra tasty. Top them off with cucumber slices, radish slices and my easy homemade tzatziki sauce and you have yourself the perfect burger!...
A burger is only as good as its bun, which is why I reach for soft, flavourful 2 hour hamburger buns! A burger is my go-to option when I’m out at a pub. Even a poor cook can put out a decent burger, and when done right, a burger is one of the best things to eat in any mood. Grilled Halloumi Burger Halloumi is a perfect choice for recipes like this....
Looking for more ways to use up leftover ham? Then try my Ham Fried Rice or my Ham and Bean Soup! Ham and Cheese Pinwheels If you are looking for an easy appetizer i’ve got you covered! These ham and cheese roll ups make a great appetizer, lunch or dinner along with a side salad. They are even good cold and would make a great work lunch or a school lunch to pack for the kids....
For a full-on Irish breakfast feast, try honey buckwheat soda bread. Also in farl form! It’s one of the quickest bread recipes on the blog, ready in around 50 minutes and can be modified to gluten free. Irish potato farls Being a language geek, I always have to know the meaning of unfamiliar words. You might already know this about me if you’re an avid Vikalinka follower. So the first thing I Googled when I recently came across potato farls was: What does ‘farl’ mean?...
For more Italian recipes, check out my Chicken Marsala. These chicken thighs, braised in savoury tomato sauce with beans and olives, are the type of comfort food that could be served for a casual weeknight dinner as well as a sit down dinner party. It’s an easy, versatile recipe, and depending on what it’s accompanied by, could serve you well for a wide range of occasions. And if you are looking for something simple to prepare for your family dinner, this won’t take you longer than 30 minute of hand on time....
