This post is sponsored by Hotel Chocolat. Halloween is coming! This year I’m looking forward to it more than ever, as we’re having a little party at our house! A group of us mums and dads who all attended the same antenatal classes nearly 12 years ago, get together a few times a year, and Halloween is one of those times. Gracey really wanted to have the party at ours last year, but our kitchen was still several months away from being fully finished....

What is Handvo? Handvo is a complete meal in itself, so this makes it very healthy and nutritious. It consists of lentils, rice, and veggies which makes it wholesome. To make it even healthier, my recipe completely eliminates the use of eno and baking soda. There are so many variations of this Gujarati recipe, but two major ways of making these. First, and more traditional gujarati recipe call for soaking the rice, and lentils like chana dal, toor dal, yellow mung dal, and masoor dal for about 6-7 hours and grinding a smooth batter, later left it for fermentation and then adding the veggies and cooking it in a traditional handva cooker....

Sports food is fun and casual; there are no pretenses, and it doesn’t need to be artfully arranged like spots of sauce on a plate that resembles a puzzle where you wonder where to begin connecting the dots. Bold flavors predominate the sport’s food landscape, something I appreciate immensely. You snack, you laugh, you cry (depending on how your team fares), and everyone is At our home, we have an unspoken rule....

Here is how to make ghee with unsalted butter at home using the Instant pot and stovetop with easy step-by-step photos, tips, and video. Homemade Ghee has always been a staple in Indian Kitchen. It is used to cook your curries or Dal (lentils), Indian dessert, or simply smear your chapati, rotis, parathas!! My Mom and Aaji (grandmother) made ghee the traditional way from scratch by boiling milk, separating the cream (malai), and then cooking the cream to make ghee....

Monkey Bread made completely from scratch. Monkey see, monkey do. Stumbling upon quaint little bakeries while venturing through new parts of town are what I like to call “happy accidents.” I’m a foodie. Actually, no. I’m a dessertie. Fate was by my side last week because I was instantly inspired to make my own monkey bread at home after spying one in a local bakery. Monkey bread is a sweet, sticky, gooey pastry often baked in a Bundt pan and served for breakfast or as a decadent snack....

I’m feeling sort of nostalgic today. I remember eating Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies when I was younger. Unwrapping and crumpling the wrapper between my fingers, trying desperately (and failing) to stuff the whole squishy soft cookie sandwich into my mouth all at once. I LOVED oatmeal creme pies! And still have a giant oatmeal creme pie size spot in my heart for them. As giant as my one giant oatmeal creme pie cookie....

Learn to bake homemade bread. I’ve noticed that’s a common baking goal at the start of each year. Today I’m sharing a new homemade bread recipe, one I’ve been perfecting for months. Using my regular white sandwich bread as the starting point for this new variation, I finally mastered a multigrain bread that’s both soft and sturdy. If you love homemade bread and crave added texture, you’ll enjoy this multigrain loaf....

A classic combination of honey, soy sauce and garlic working together to produce a sticky, sweet sauce to coat golden tender chicken pieces. I love to whip this up to serve over boiled rice for dinner, or as an easy addition to a homemade Chinese banquet. Check out my list further down the post for ideas to include in your homemade Chinese banquet! How to make it First we dredge the chicken in cornflour (cornstarch), salt and pepper....

What Makes Quinoa So Great? Easy. Rinse, pour, add quinoa, and cook.Gluten-Free. Naturally gluten-free food.Versatile. Can be prepared in so many different ways.High In Fiber. 5 grams of fiber per serving. High In Protein. 8 grams of fiber per serving. What Is Quinoa? Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a simple, delicious and nutritious seed that you can cook and enjoy as a side, as part of a main dish or even as a dessert....

And for this month’s savory recipe: we’re going ALL IN. And by that I mean cheese ALL INSIDE pizza crust. We’ve made pizza pull apart rolls, but today I’m showing you how to make real deal stuffed crust pizza, a recipe that will test every ounce of your self control. We’re using my trusty homemade pizza dough and some basic pizza toppings, but feel free to go hog wild. Hawaiian pizza or BBQ chicken pizza would be A+ with this stuffed pizza crust!...

Why These Cranberry Brussels Sprouts Are The Perfect Thanksgiving Side Dish Get ready for one of the most flavorful, satisfying and simple side dishes you could possibly make this holiday season. These Cranberry Brussels Sprouts have got to be my most unique and delicious holiday recipe yet. Not only is this dish super tasty, but it takes very little effort to whip up. It takes just over 20 minutes to make this recipe from start to finish, making it one of the fastest cooked holiday dishes out there, which is perfect since you’ll probably be busy out of your mind with other holiday chores and such....

What Makes This Instant Pot Pork Chops and Rice Recipe So Good? Easy. Set your Instant Pot for 5 minutes and walk away.Fast. Start to finish done in under 30 minutes.Family-friendly. A great way to sneak in some veggies.Meal prep. Freezes and reheats with ease.Delicious. So great you’ll add it to your dinner rotation.Little Cleanup. One pot, pour and cook meal. What Kind of Veggies Can I Use In This Recipe?...

What Makes This Recipe Special Fast. Get a tasty and diverse recipe in 30 minutes or less. Easy. Marinate, pour and cook with the help of your Instant Pot. Tasty. Absolutely packed with flavor with minimal effort. Few Ingredients. 7 ingredients is all you’ll need, and most of them are pantry staples. No need for an extra trip to the grocery store. Why Make Instant Pot Salmon? One of the main reasons why I don’t cook fish at home very often is that I really can’t take the lingering smells of fish in the house....

Why This Is The Best Vegetarian Chili You’ve Ever Had Fast. Ready in under an hour with the help of your Instant Pot.Easy. A simple pour and cook recipe. Vegetarian. Who needs meat for a delicious and filling chili recipe?Vegan. An amazing blend of veggies and lentils make it a great option for your next vegan dinner night. The dish typically consists of a mixture of beans and ground beef and has a place in our hearts as classic American comfort food....

1 large onion cut in julienne3 red chillies finely chopped (or to taste)some finely chopped coriander leaves1 teaspoon of red chilli powder (or to taste)1 tablespoon of roasted, freshly & coarsely grounded coriander seeds powder1 teaspoon of cumin seeds powder1 teaspoon of dry mango powder (Amchur)¼ teaspoon of garam masala (or to taste)3 tablespoon of gram flour (besan)2 tablespoon of rice floursalt to tasteOil for fryingMethod: In a large mixing bowl combine all the ingredients except oil & mix well....

Today we have Minoti (aka Mints) of Vadani Kaval Gheta share her insight into Khandeshi (a regional cuisine of Maharashtra) food culture. Vadani Kaval Gheta is run by Minoti, an Indian food blogger based in the US. Do visit Minoti’s lovely food blog which focuses on the age old customs and food traditions of the Maharashtrian people. She blogs primarily about vegetarian and vegan cooking and her blog is a treasure house of traditional Maharashtrian cuisine....

To learn how to make kheema samosas, get the recipe in my column at Serious Eats. Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ

Kosambari is a delicious, protein-packed lentil salad that is an integral part of Kannada cuisine. It is also popular as kosumalli or hesarubele kosambari and is part of every festive meal or wedding feast. In Andhra, it goes by the name vadapappu. On the occasion of Sri Ram Navami festival, we offer neer mor or majjiga and vadapappu panakam as neivedhyam to Lord Rama. It is also prepared during Navrati as fasting food....

Labneh is a tangy Middle Eastern dairy spread made by straining yogurt to a creamy, cheese-like consistency, often garnished with olive oil and herbs and served as part of a mezze. Labneh (pronounced lab-nay), also known as lebnah, labne, labni, or labaneh, is a Middle Eastern dairy product made by straining yogurt to remove most of its whey. If you’ve tried Greek yogurt, another form of yogurt that undergoes a similar process, you’ll find labneh even thicker, akin to soft cream cheese in consistency, with a distinctive tang....

What are Methi Crackers ? Methi crackers are famously also known as Methi Mathris in India. These crackers are crispy and have flaky layers and a very earthy rustic taste from dried fenugreek leaves. Traditionally, these mathris are deep fried, but you can also bake them. We either use all purpose flour or whole wheat flour to make these. I am using whole wheat flour, and deep frying them. Are Methi Mathris Vegan?...