How to Make Key Lime Pie Set oven to 350F. Crush the cookies into fine crumbs either using food process or or a plastic bag and rolling pin. If you’re using a processor then drizzle the melted butter in while you pulse then remove the blade and stir with a spatula. If you’re making the crust by hand pour the crumbs into a bowl then drizzle in the melted butter and mix until combined....
Finding fresh kothavarangai / cluster beans in the Indian stores is quite hard. Also they are pretty expensive and hence I always just pick a handful to make paruppu usilli or sambhar. Last time, it was just my husband who made a quick run to the stores and when he saw fresh kothavarangai, he bought almost a pound of it back home. Although I love this kothavarangai, I was not happy at how much he had spent on it....
And here we are; just turning the curve into the new year. Another year just flew on by; goodbye 2017. This one has been a doozy! It started off with an exciting, albeit somewhat hectic, 10 day trip from Seattle to L.A. Driving from Seattle, through Portland, all to way to Los Angeles on the PCH does have some unbelievable views. Sampling all the scrumptious donuts, ice creams, and seafood the west coast has to offer wasn’t so bad either....
Or save the fight for another day and serve lemon butter chicken cutlets instead. Like lemon butter cod but with, yup, chicken. Bonafide fish lovers looking for something more fancy, try sole Meuniere. Sweet-fleshed sole, a sauce that’s butter-rich and lively with lemon and capers make this a 5-star fish dish. Fried cod Cod is a solid starter fish. I mean, is there anyone who doesn’t eat fish sticks (fish fingers (UK))?...
Can’t get enough of Christmas baking? Take a look at our Honey Cinnamon Walnut Rugelach. We are finally into the season of feasting and celebration. It’s been a difficult year for the entire world but let’s hope change is afoot. So this December I am more set to create a spirit of festivity in my house than ever. And let’s face it it’s pretty much impossible to do without Christmas baking....
the best roasted cauliflower OK, so who else loves cauliflower? It has gained a lot of popularity in recent years as the whole world has jumped on the health food bandwagon. You can rice it for fried rice, fry it as a meat alternative, and even puree it for a decadent soup. There’s really no wrong way to prepare it, but this might be my favorite. It’s family-friendly and is sure to impress!...
Summery Mango Tart With Fresh, Frozen, or Canned Mango As mangoes once again come into season here in the tropics, I’ve been dreaming of sweet mango desserts like mango coconut sticky rice and my next slice of this creamy mango pie. With a healthy, naturally sweetened nut/seed, oat, and date crust topped with a creamy mango-lime filling and fruity jelly topping, this mango tart is light, creamy, fruity, not too sweet, slightly tart, and perfectly summery!...
While we’re on the topic of glaze, besides the obvious (doughnuts), you can glaze almost anything. How about trying a honey glazed ham? Or maple glazed roasted carrots? Hoisin glazed tofu? You can even glaze an aubergine. Who knew? Why you’ll love this baked salmon recipe Where do I start?! Salmon. As an oily fish it’s one of the most nutritious fish out there, but also fairly mild in flavour....
If you are interested in more classic Russian recipes, take a look at our Beef Stroganoff. Last week our weather turned sharply but not unexpectedly… we are firmly into winter. I don’t mind the cold weather because centuries of surviving it taught us many invaluable lessons. Eating and cooking comfort food is one of them! Meet Kotlety also spelled Kotleti; Russian meat patties that are a staple in every Slavic household....
published Jun 20, 2022, updated May 31, 2023 Couscous is a protein-dense, fiber-rich pasta that’s healthy and easy to eat. It’s widely eaten throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean, and especially throughout Africa. It makes a great salad base, and I especially love to make couscous salad in the summer months. Paired with seasonal vegetables like tomatoes, zucchini, and green onions, it’s a great and healthy way to make use of seasonal produce!...
This recipe for the Bulgur Koftesi took me by surprise as it was so simple to make and delicious. When the name of the recipe says kofte, you would assume that it is a deep-fried recipe. I did the same and skipped past it a couple of times and then when I looked at it, I realized that this Bulgur koftesi is the healthiest way to serve the koftes and was amazed by how simple and easy it was to make....
published Dec 01, 2023 I first had halva in Turkey and later in Egypt and both times were memorable! Halva, also spelled helva, halwa, or halvah, is a confectionary treasure from the rich world of Middle Eastern Cuisine. It is rich, sweet, and an unparalleled luxurious treat, perfect to make around the holidays or any time you want to offer a delectable handmade gift to your friends and family. I think you will be delighted with the simplicity of this halva recipe....
What You’ll Need for This Recipe Vanilla Bean: You can use two tablespoons of vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract in the pastry cream if you don’t want to use a bean. Frozen Puff Pastry: Use a square or rectangular sheets, not round ones. How to Make Mille Feuille Run a knife down your vanilla pod to open it up then use a spoon to scoop the seeds out. Add the milk and vanilla seeds to a medium pot and place over medium-high heat....
I have heard a lot about this subzi, Mirchi Ka Salan but have never made these before. When I saw the plump green banana peppers peeking at me and begging me to use them, I made this recipe from one of the cookbooks that I have. The subzi was great with very different flavors and I loved the mildly spicy peppers in them. I was a little concerned about deep frying the peppers, but it was not too bad and I did not end up with a kitchen floor splattered with oil....
Misal pav is a very famous street food in Maharashtra. I have never tasted this before I made this today for the South-North Challenge. This is my second month of participating in the challenge. Our friend and fellow blogger Divya Pramil from you too can cook Indian food started this amazing challenge where she divided the whole of India into North and South. Based on our culinary expertise, we are either in the North team or in the South team....
Mishti doi is a very popular dessert in West Bengal and Bangladesh. This is a fermented sweet made with milk and brown sugar (Jaggery). Mishti is Sweet and doi means Dahi or yogurt. Yogurt is considered very auspicious and hence this dessert is made during pujas and weddings. This sweet is made with thick and creamy condensed milk which is sweetened either by caramelized sugar or jaggery. It is fermented using fresh curds overnight....
This dal cheela or lentil pancake is made with de-husked split yellow moong lentil. They are easily available in Indian grocery stores. Moong dal is very nutritious and a great lentil to include protein in our diet. This Moong dal cheela is a wonderful option for breakfast as it cooks very quickly and we can customize the flavors by using add ons. I have been on a dosa spree this week and after yesterday’s Tomato dosai, I am back with another dosa....
So, to tell more about the challenge, every month, a host ventures into a cuisine from around the world and comes up with few recipes. We have to choose at least one recipe from the challenge and present it. As Manjula puts it, Rajasthani Cuisine has a splendid array of unique, rich and colorful recipes. The style of cooking adapted in the region does not just portray the wealth and prosperity, but also reflects the warrior lifestyles and the availability of ingredients in the water deprived region....
Warm, cozy, and tender, this mug cake will satisfy any sweet tooth. Top it off with some whipped cream, powdered sugar, or ice cream, and it’ll hit the spot every time. If you want another quick dessert recipe, then try my brownie in a mug recipe or cookie in a mug recipe! What You Need to Make This Recipe Flour — you only need simple all-purpose flour to make this single-serving cake in a mug....
published Oct 15, 2020, updated Sep 25, 2023 Smoky, spicy, savory, and sweet — this muhammara recipe will take your taste buds for a total joy ride. Also spelled muhamara, this roasted red pepper dip is beloved throughout the Middle East. The robust flavor and aroma of roasted red peppers set the stage for the dip, teaming up with the bold flavors of zesty garlic, smoky cumin, and tangy pomegranate molasses....
