One major key to successfully cooking rice that is fluffy is rinsing the rice. Rinsing the rice before cooking washes off excess starch from the grains. Trust me when I say that getting rid of the excess starch makes a world of difference when cooking rice, so do not skip it. Rinse the rice well until the water runs almost clear for the fluffiest rice possible. For more rice recipes, try my rice pudding, mushroom risotto, and shrimp fried rice....
The origins of this iconic pink drink are widely disputed. Some say it was invented by John Caine and popularized in San Francisco. Others accredit celebrity mixologist Cheryl Cook as the inventor of the Cosmopolitan in the ’80s. And yet others say that world-renowned bartender Dale Degroff is to thank for popularizing the drink in the ’90s. One thing is for sure – you can’t go wrong sipping on a classic cosmo recipe!...
If you love easy breakfast recipes like this one, try my Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches and my Sheet Pan Pancakes! Cream Cheese Crescent Danishes Danishes seem like something super fancy to make, but these cream cheese crescent danishes are made easy with a pre-made crescent roll dough! Topped with a delicious cream cheese filling and your favorite fruity preserves, these cream cheese danishes are the perfect breakfast to make on any occasion!...
Baked honey mustard chicken is a totally foolproof win. I am not much of a bone-in chicken maker (or eater). I don’t like to grill it, stew it, or cook it in any other fashion. But when I do bone-in chicken it’s almost always done in the oven. Without fail, it turns out so delicious with very minimal effort. As in, let’s coat these bad boys (chicken thighs) in a bit of honey mustard, roll them around in panko breadcrumbs, and pop them in the oven....
Are you down for another #meatlessmonday meal? Black Pepper Tofu got me all excited. GAH! We seriously couldn’t stop eating these crispy little nuggets of pan-fried tofu that later get tossed in a peppery brown gravy made with aromatics like shallots, garlic, ginger, but with a little spice too from chopped fresno chilis. And just to give it a little something extra, chopped scallions on top to give it that POP of color and flavor....
Regular chai caffeine content Chai is traditionally made with black CTC tea. Typically, the caffeine content in a cup of black tea will be between 50 and 90mg of caffeine per cup compared to 80 to 100mg for a cup of coffee. The total amount of caffeine will increase depending on how much loose leaf tea that you add and how long the tea is steeped. If you are avoiding caffeine while pregnant, the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) recommended range for caffeine consumption for pregnant women is <200mg per day so 1 cup of chai should be within that range....
Hey friends! We are officially 2 days away from Christmas, which leaves you a day and change to shop. I ventured out to the outlet malls yesterday. Oh boy, was that a bad idea! I think i’ll just stay home and make microwave caramel chews instead. I shared this simple 6-minute and 7 ingredient recipe over on Oh Sweet Basil yesterday and is perfect for gift giving around the holidays!...
Mini Cheesecake Cupcakes I love making mini cheesecakes rather than a whole cheesecake. Whole cheesecakes can be quite intimidating. These cheesecake cups really are the best! They are super easy to make and the perfect portion size! They are perfect for serving at a party or get together because they are so portable! These Cheesecake Cupcakes are made in a muffin pan with cupcake liners. They are similar in size to a cupcake....
Looking for more easy teriyaki recipes? Try my Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken, 20-Minute Teriyaki Beef Meatballs or my Easy Teriyaki Salmon! Quick and Easy Teriyaki Chicken I love making my favorite take-out dishes at home, like Beef and Broccoli and Kung Pao Shrimp — and now this Teriyaki Chicken bowl. It’s just as flavorful as the restaurant version, but it’s a lot healthier and super easy to make. For this recipe, I used chicken thighs, which turned out incredibly juicy, tender and crispy on the outside!...
Do you love healthy meal-prep breakfast recipes? Then you need to try my freezer breakfast sandwiches and my energy balls! Egg Muffin Cups When it comes to breakfast, often times simplest is best. That’s why I love these easy vegetarian egg muffin cups! They’re incredibly simple to make, and you can make a big batch of them to store in the fridge or freezer so you can grab them and go in the morning....
Veechu Parotta was the first name that came to my mind when thinking of what to make for the letter ‘V’ for the A to Z International flatbread. I tried not to use any Indian recipe until I get to the part when I have no choice and that time I thought I will use my own cuisine. Somehow, I could not shake off the Veechu parotta from my mind and stuck to it....
Serve them as a starter, side dish to your beef or chicken or on its own for a lovely vegetarian dinner. If you find yourself in the food rut, make my zucchini fritters. While zucchini is usually associated with summer food, we all know it is available all year round. I often just saute it with a little garlic and salt but that gets boring very quickly. It is then when I pull out this recipe for zucchini and feta fritters....
Late summer is a time when we backyard gardeners are bombarded with an overload of vegetables. Tomato is one vegetable that I always have an abundance of. I use tomatoes a lot and hence when planting in spring, I plant many varieties of them. When they are ready to pick, I usually end up having 10 – 15 lbs of them every week. I use fresh tomatoes to make thakkali thokku/pickle, salsa, oven-roasted tomato pasta sauce, and jams but still have a lot that I like to preserve....
Looking for recipes for your Thanksgiving table? Why not check out our Thanksgiving Recipe Collection. Everything you need from the main dishes to desserts in one place! It’s hard to escape green beans this time of year, and even hard to escape the fame of the Green Bean Casserole. Whether you are a green bean casserole lover or hater, you know exactly what it is or eat least you think you do!...
Tropical Ginger Immunity Shots with Pineapple, Orange, and Lime Healthy shots, whether immunity shots, detox shots, energy shots, etc., have grown in popularity over the last few years and are now a staple in most health food stores, cafés, and coffee shops. They’re packed with good-for-you ingredients ready to provide a concentrated burst of benefits. However, store-bought versions are not only less fresh but come with a hefty price tag ($4+ for a single shot?...
The Best Gluten-Free Pecan Pie– No Corn Syrup! With the holidays around the corner, I’ve been using the ‘practice run’ excuse to get in the kitchen and whip up batches of green bean casserole, pumpkin pie, and this dairy-free, gluten-free pecan pie recipe! Although, whether you need the perfect dessert to end your holiday meal or just a mid-week treat – this healthy (ish) vegan pecan pie is more than happy to take its proud place at your table!...
Love easy chicken recipes? Then try my Grilled Chicken Caprese! Easy Grilled Asian Chicken It’s summer, which means it’s that time of year to fire up the grill again! This time with a sweet and spicy Asian inspired grilled chicken breast. This chicken is super easy to make. Perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It starts with a quick and easy asian marinade. Made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, sesame oil and Sriracha....
Hashbrown Egg Cups Egg cups are one of my favorite easy breakfasts to prepare at the beginning of the week in my meal prep sessions! They are so versatile, and you can add any of your favorite ingredients in them. So this time, I decided I would make something a little heartier than my vegetarian egg cups or bacon egg cups! With the addition of shredded hash browns, these hash brown egg cups have the perfect balance of protein with a bit of carbs to keep you full of energy....
I know, I know! Roasting a whole turkey is intimidating! Take it from someone who cooks for a living; when it comes to turkey, the anxiety runs high! So I get it. I totally know how you’re feeling. But I wanted to change that; for myself, sure, but also for you. All the insecurities and fears you may have around roasting a whole Thanksgiving turkey – squashed. And once that happens, I wouldn’t be surprised if you wanted to make the turkey every year and let the guests each bring the sides....
There’s nothing quite like a beautiful, bright yellow hollandaise sauce. The thick, lemony sauce made primarily of egg yolks and butter is a cinch to whip up with a few simple ingredients, a small saucepan on the stove top, and a whisk. My hollandaise recipe has no immersion blender or double boiler required! The traditional way to make hollandaise can be a bit intimidating, but my unfussy, foolproof method will give you luxurious, velvety homemade hollandaise sauce in only 10 minutes!...
