Rava Payasam, a South Indian sweet dish recipe, is a variation of semiya payasam. Rava aka semolina is used instead of vermicelli lending a silky smooth texture to the pudding aka kheer. A simple sweet recipe that comes together with minimal ingredients but does involve constant stirring to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth finish. Just ensure you roast semolina to a nice pink shade, bring it to room temperature before cooking it in milk....

Pancake experimentation. The possibilities are limitless! 90% of the time I stick to my classic pancake recipe (the one I use in my blueberry lemon cheesecake pancakes), but every so often I like to experiment and try something different. These ricotta pancakes came around after Chris and I took a trip to London. We had breakfast in Kings Cross at a restaurant called Granger and Co. I had Ricotta hotcakes with banana and honeycomb butter, and wow!...

Kabocha Squash is a fairly new discovery for me. I’d seen it on the supermarket shelves, looking all squat and wrinkly like a mean-green goblin, and ignored it for that very reason. It just goes to show how looks can be deceiving! I bought my first one last year after the shop sold out of butternut squash, and Whoa!! Kabocha is better than butternut squash!! Like waaaayyy better! A dense and sweet flavour, with a hint of nuttiness to it – which tastes amazing roasted in the oven with a few spices and a good glug of olive oil....

Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes I absolutely love to use the canned fire roasted diced tomatoes. They are perfect to make any recipe and I always have it in my pantry. These fire roasted tomatoes have a beautiful smokey sweet and tangy taste that brings a lot of flavor in the sauces. Please don’t substitute this ingredient. It the most important and key ingredient in this recipe. Click the link to checkout the Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes I use for this recipe....

During my childhood, whenever I visited our Muslim neighbors or a few of my North Indian friends during the summer months, I was invariably treated to a chilled tall glass of Rooh Afza or Rooh Afza Lemonade. Initially, the flavor was too strong for me but over time, I began to like the flavor and tried different flavored drinks with Rooh Afza. There are many variety of drinks one can prepare using Rooh Afza syrup....

How the heck did it get to Friday and I haven’t even posted a recipe yet this week? I’m so sorry guys! I started off with the income report – posted on Tuesday instead of Monday because it took me ages to write. Then I had every intention of posting a Thai chicken and rice one-pot meal on Wednesday or Thursday. However, when it came down to it, I just couldn’t post it....

In other book news, Season was listed as one of the top 3 cookbooks by The New Yorker and is also on Grub Street’s top 18 cookbooks of Fall. If you want to get a taste of what’s in the book, you can bake the spicy chocolate chip hazelnut cookies (which are now on Buzzfeed! ) and you can also sample a special selection of dishes over at Sunset Magazine which features Season and me in their latest October issue and is now available at newsstands and bookstores!...

Why You’ll Love It Easy. Cook everything in your Instant Pot liner. What’s better than a one-pot meal?Delicious. A rich, creamy seafood pasta with a slight kick of heat that will have your family going back for seconds–or thirds.Fast. Make this Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta in under 30 minutes with the help of your Instant Pot. Is Seafood Pasta Healthy? What may be considered healthy for one person may not necessarily be healthy for another....

Why You’ll Love This Seafood Treat Effortlessly Delicious. Preparing these shrimp tacos is a breeze, making them a go-to meal for when you need something quick yet utterly satisfying.Crowd-Pleaser. Shrimp tacos are a hit at any gathering, from family dinners to casual get-togethers with friends. They’re a universally loved dish that’s both fun and flavorful.Versatile Toppings. The beauty of shrimp tacos lies in their versatility. Top them with anything from classic salsa and guacamole to more adventurous toppings like mango salsa or a spicy slaw....

Why Should I Make This Skillet Lasagna? Fast. Have this filling Keto meal on the table in under 30 minutes. Easy. Brown the meat, make the cheese layer, and broil. Low Carb. Only 5 carbs per serving, leaving plenty of wiggle room for a side salad or some cauliflower breadsticks.Comfort Food. All of the delicious flavors you expect from lasagna without all of the carbs. This Low Carb Skillet Lasagna allows you to enjoy all of the flavors of traditional lasagna without all of the carbs to ruin the fun....

Take some nice thin slices of this tender sweet slow-cooked gammon and serve it on some buttered fresh bread, it tastes fantastic 😋 Gammon joint – I’m using a 2.5kg smoked Gammon. You can use smoked or unsmoked, your preference – what kind of bacon do you like? Go with the same preference. Full Fat Coca cola (not diet coke) – enough to completely cover the gammon – I use about 3 litres....

Why You’ll Love This Crispy Side Dish Quick and Easy. Ready in under 30 minutes, these potatoes are a breeze to make, thanks to the efficiency of your air fryer. Versatile. Whether accompanying a weeknight dinner or serving as a party snack, these potatoes adapt effortlessly to any occasion. Irresistible Texture. With a satisfying crunch on the outside and a soft, pillowy center, they offer a delightful textural experience. Elevate your culinary repertoire with these Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes....

Why oh why oh why did I buy a NINE-PACK of Snickers in preparation for making these mini cheesecakes? These cheesecakes need ONE Snickers bar – for all of them. I know I like to be prepared, but I’m going to have to own up and tell you that I was kidding myself. I knew I didn’t need nine Snickers bars. I just wanted the leftovers. All eight of them....

I’ve been looking forward to writing this post for months! So do you remember when I told you how grateful I am for the blogging community? Well here’s a recipe from another dear friend’s cookbook. Jamielyn Nye from I Heart Naptime is launching her new cookbook, The I Heart Naptime Cookbook, in just 1 week. I was lucky enough to preview it earlier in the year, but am so excited (1) that it’s finally here and (2) to show you why you need this cookbook in your kitchen....

I may or may not be overloading you with cookie recipes lately. But hey… tis’ the season right?! Truth of the matter is that I simply adore cookies. Creating them, baking them, decorating them (sugar cookies are my favorite), eating them. There are so many options, so many add-ins, so many varieties. There’s a real science behind baking cookies and, call me a nerd, but I love learning more and more with each batch I bake....

This spaghetti and meatball recipe is the ultimate weeknight family dinner — quick, easy, and picky eater-approved! This is my go-to recipe for spaghetti and meatballs. With a quick 45-minute cook time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to please even the pickiest eaters. The meatballs are juicy and packed with flavor, with a fork-tender texture that keeps everyone coming back for more. To make things easy and save on mess, I brown the meatballs in the oven on a sheet pan instead of pan-frying them on the stovetop....

A winter-friendly twist on pesto pasta, this spaghetti with kale and walnut pesto is a quick weeknight dinner and a delicious way to sneak in some healthy greens. From my cookbook, this winter-friendly twist on pesto pasta is one of my go-to weeknight dinner recipes. I can get it on the table in 25 minutes max, and it’s a great way to sneak in some healthy greens (green-phobic kids: you know who you are!...

Today’s wonderfully spiced gingerbread loaf is breakfast, snack, and dessert all rolled into one. Orange icing and all. You can make the loaf as muffins (see my notes!) or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. Have a slice with coffee in the afternoon or top with homemade whipped cream and fresh cranberries. The possibilities are endless and if you have a few minutes to spare, you can whip up this gingerbread batter....

1 Marinate chicken legs with all the above ingredients except oil. Refrigerate and allow to marinate overnight or marinate for at least 3-4 hrs. 2 Heat oil in cooking vessel, add curry leaves and chicken pieces along with the left over marinade if any. Cook on high for 3 mts, reduce flame to medium, place lid and cook for 10 mts. Reduce flame to low and cook for another 10 mts....

Why You’ll Love This Brilliant Bread Quick and Easy. Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients. Moist and Flavorful. The bananas keep the bread moist while the strawberries add a burst of sweetness. Versatile. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Kid-Friendly. A great way to use up overripe bananas and get kids to eat more fruit. With this straightforward recipe, you’ll create a delicious bread that will leave your friends and family asking for more....