One reader, Katie, says: “The strawberry/pistachio combination is brilliant. I’ve made these two years in a row for my husband’s birthday and they are my favorite cupcakes!” Pistachio is an underrated flavor in the dessert world. They’re certainly delicious cracked open and eaten on their own, but even better when they shine as the main flavor in ice cream. Or pistachio cake. Or cookies! Or, best of all, cupcakes. By the way, did you know that pistachio ice cream is usually flavored with almond extract?...

It’s National Doughnut Day today. Now normally, I’m terrible at remembering such things (except for Pancake Tuesday because that is mentally ingrained by my mother in my head) but thankfully, Melissa decided to organize a little doughnut special. I decided to go with something closer to a beignet but with different textures, flours and flavors. A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting Alice Medrich and she is one intelligent yet humble person....

In this post, sharing how to make poori that is perfectly soft, fluffy, and oil free. Also sharing hacks to make those perfect round ones!! My kids love them so much that they can start eating right as I make them. Don’t blame them, those warm puffy pooris are just too irresistible. There is something magical about that crispy yet soft poori which makes you fall in love with them instantly....

A popular neivedhyam aka Prasadam offered in South Indian temples is Puliyodharai/Pulihora. Each temple has its own signature prasadam be it the Tirupathi laddu, the puliyodharai offered at the Meenakshi temple in Madhurai or the chakkra pongal offered at Sampat Vinayagar temple in Vizag. The flavor and textures of prasadam that we eat in holy places is difficult to replicate in home kitchens. Temple offerings have a superior addictive taste and its hard to describe in words how one feels relishing the holy prasad in the soothing presence of the Almighty....

Why You’ll Love This Perfect Pasta Creamy & Rich. The pumpkin puree adds a velvety texture and depth of flavor to the cheese sauce. Seasonal Twist. Perfect for fall, this dish brings together the comforting flavors of pumpkin, warm spices, and gooey cheese. Quick & Easy. Ready in just 30 minutes, this is a perfect weeknight dinner or a special side dish for holiday gatherings. This Pumpkin Mac and Cheese offers a delicious and unique way to enjoy the flavors of fall....

Why You’ll Love This Flavorful Soup Effortless Cooking. Making this soup is a breeze. Your Instant Pot does the heavy lifting, and you can focus on other things while it works its magic. No need to babysit the stovetop!Velvety and Flavorful. This soup boasts a luxurious, creamy texture and is bursting with the rich, earthy flavor of pumpkin. It’s the very essence of fall in a bowl.Adaptable. Much like your favorite cozy sweater, this soup can be dressed up or down....

You should Make these Pyaaz ki Kachoris Because They are delicious They are easier to make than you think They are always a great hit at parties What are Kachoris? Kachoris are crispy, flaky, deep-fried Indian Flatbreads that are made with a stuffing of either lentils, onions, potatoes, or peas. These kachoris were first made in the 7th century according to Jain scriptures. Interesting, right? There are no evident proofs, but I believe that Kachoris are from the heart of Rajasthan!...

This is my forever favorite red velvet cake recipe. I published it on my blog a few years ago and decided it’s time for clearer recipe instructions and a video tutorial. Many of you love this recipe too, so let’s roll up our sleeves and rev up our mixers! Red velvet cake is the queen of all layer cakes. The “I can’t quite put my finger on the flavor” cake....

Sattu drink is one of the most popular, traditional, healthy summer drinks from Bihar and UP. What is sattu and is it good for health? Sattu is roasted gram flour. Sattu is full of nutrition with cooling properties, rich in soluble fibre, high in protein and good for the digestive system. Its low glycemic index makes it suitable for diabetics. In fact, it is considered a detox food that cleanses the system and aids in weight loss....

The beauty of this easy taco soup recipe is that your choice of vegetables can make this a low carb/keto soup. If you can’t find a frozen soup mix near you, then just use whatever combination of veggies you want. A bag of frozen vegetables are perfect and you probably have them in your freezer. Not every day is a fancy cooking day, and on the days when you just can’t even, I find this 4 ingredient chicken taco soup recipe to be very handy....

Why You’ll Love This Simple Breakfast Efficiency. Ready to serve a crowd without the hassle of flipping individual pancakes? Sheet pan pancakes are the answer. They’re a time-saving breakfast hack, and you’ll have a stack of pancakes ready all at once.Customizable. Just like traditional pancakes, these sheet pan wonders are incredibly versatile. You can customize them with your favorite toppings, from fresh berries to chocolate chips or nuts.Perfectly Fluffy. Despite their unconventional cooking method, sheet pan pancakes turn out light, fluffy, and just as delicious as their stovetop counterparts....

Why You Should Try Szechuan Cumin Lamb Fast. Dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes.Easy. Simply marinate the cumin lamb and cook it in your air fryer.Low Carb. There are only two carbs per serving.Delicious. You’ll be overjoyed with the amazing flavors that come from such an easy recipe. What Is Sichuan Cumin Lamb? If you’ve ever been to a Sichuan restaurant, you’ve probably seen Sichuan Cumin Lamb on the menu....

How To Make This Hummus Recipe This hummus is so simple to make, it’s hard to even call it a hummus recipe. But if you’ve never made it before, you may need a little guidance. Follow these steps to make perfect 5 minute hummus: What To Eat With Hummus This hummus recipe is so delicious you’ll want to eat it with a spoon. If you’re worried about how your friends and family will react to your choices, here are a few more acceptable options to eat with this yummy recipe:...

I made these muffins twice last weekend. I developed the recipe as I went. Sometimes the best of recipes just come as I’m mixing the whole wheat flour and baking soda together. Other times I have recipe fails, other times I lay in bed and scribble down ideas as I’m falling asleep. All Day I Think About Recipes. Today’s chocolate muffins are very easy to make. Start with some of your wet ingredients: unsweetened applesauce, some sugar, and honey....

Loving this curry! It’s got all the flavour of a classic Thai green curry, but it’s healthier and lighter whilst still being satisfying. Because there’s so much flavour packed into the homemade Thai Curry Paste, you don’t need to add garlic, ginger, fish sauce, lime etc to the curry. It’s all in the paste already! We had this for a quick after-school dinner last week and the whole family loved it....

We make homemade hummus often and when we do, we usually use the recipe below. If you’re looking for a more traditional recipe, Yumna’s Lebanese Hummus is by far our favorite. She has a helpful video tutorial and plenty of success tips, too. Tell Me About this Smooth Roasted Garlic Parmesan Hummus Texture: This hummus is smooth, silky, and spreadable. See our “Super Smooth Hummus” section next. The homemade pita chips are optional, but definitely give them a try if you have homemade or store-bought pitas....

This recipe is brought to you in partnership with Red Star Yeast. I originally published this recipe in 2014 and have since added new photos and more helpful success tips. So Much to Love About These Lemon Sweet Rolls Rolls are soft and fluffy, with a gooey lemon-vanilla sugar swirl that caramelizes on the bottom… tastes like candied lemons! Topped with creamy lemon cream cheese frosting Only 1 rise time!...

This roast chicken recipe is quite simple and takes advantage of the apples and lemons that are in full season right now. For those of you with easy access to Meyer lemons, use them in place of the regular ones, it makes the dish a bit more aromatic with it’s sweet citrusy perfume. Recipe is here at my column at SF Chronicle. For those of you in the San Francisco Bay Area, I will be signing copies of Season at Rockridge Market Hall, Saturday, February 2, 2019 1 to 2pm....

Chinese cuisine is a very popular cuisine in India and one can find innumerable food joints serving Indo-Chinese fusion cuisine. A number of Indian kitchens,five star hotels,restaurants and wayside dhabas cook and serve this fusion food which involves a different cooking style i.e cooking in a wok with Indian herbs and spices like green chillis,red chilies,coriander,black pepper,garam masala and using Chinese cooking methods and spices like soya sauce,vinegar,tomato sauce,chilli-garlic sauce....

In many ways this filling is an ode to Indian tea, one specific version that is my favorite and includes freshly grated ginger root. It’s perfect on a cold wintry day and it goes beautifully, in this lemon tart. I infused the lemon curd with freshly grated ginger root and black darjeeling tea in an odd way. The tea is made up in a concentrate (which is not your normal way to make tea) but it helps to control the water volume in the final ratios when you prepare the lemon curd....