The recipe that I have followed with some tweaking is Allrecipes banana crumb muffin recipe which calls for a crunchy crumb topping for the banana muffins. The batter was easy to put together with rewarding results. The banana muffins were soft and moist, cinnamon added a wonderful flavor, the banana and chocolate chips pairing was just perfect and the crunchy sparkling crumb stole the show. Isn’t it amazing that such sorry looking mushy bananas can be transformed into such wonderful treats?...

I have to admit, I don’t whip out the waffle maker often. I love buttermilk waffles, pumpkin waffles, and gingerbread waffles, but was looking for something a tad bit healthier using whole wheat flour. I suppose the reason I don’t make waffles often is because they aren’t the healthiest way to begin the day. And aren’t those the rules? Always start healthy? And if I’m going to splurge before 12pm, it’s going to be a plate of overnight cinnamon rolls or doughnuts....

[feast_advanced_jump_to] Are you a blue cheese lover?I’ve got to admit, I’m not. So when started getting lots of requests for Gorgonzola pasta on our YouTube channel, I put it off for a while. Chris however, does like a bit of blue cheese every now and then, so he finally talked me into it. And I’m surprised to say I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! It doesn’t taste like moldy horrible blue cheese at all!...

This post was created in collaboration with Grana Padano and Prosciutto di San Daniele. Look out for the Protected Designation of Origin symbol, which is an assurance of quality! It’s almost picnic season! I love piling a tonne of food into a picnic basket (or more likely, two great big rucksacks) and heading out with Chris and the kids for a sunny day of fun with lots of lovely food to look forward to....

Marinate few paneer slices with 2 tbsps of green chutney, a tbsp of hung curd/yogurt, 1/4 tsp chaat masala, salt and pepper to taste for 30 mts. Grill them for 10 mts or pan roast in 2-3 tsps of oil till golden brown. Arrange lettuce leaves, onion slices, capsicum rings, tomato slices and cucumber slices on whole wheat or brown bread that is buttered on one side. Place grilled paneer, drizzle some tomato ketchup (optional) and place another slice of bread and toast both sides of bread....

This recipe is brought to you in partnership with Red Star Yeast. Will you just look at these?! Homemade pizza dough + ham & cheese = handheld bliss! You may have grown up eating microwaved hot pocket snacks. Though I really don’t buy them anymore, I’m not ashamed to say that I loved them. (And still do!) A few years ago, I actually started I making my own using homemade dough....

I’ve not quite got my scarf and gloves out yet, but the weather is slowly getting colder. In an effort to prepare ahead, I need to start thinking about adjusting my weekday breakfasts – which usually consist of porridge or smoothies. I’ll stick with the porridge, but I’m too nesh for slurping down an ice cold smoothie in the colder months – even if I have just finished a hot & sweaty workout (because I do that every day....

Are you a ‘I’ll just have a spoonful’ apple sauce eater? or a ‘gimme the bowl, I’ll eat it by itself’ apple sauce eater? Please tell me it’s the second option. We love apple sauce at home. I wouldn’t dare make roast pork without it. I admit to testing 3 or 4 spoonfuls whilst the rest of the dinner is cooking, and I basically have to serve it in a soup bowl....

Cheesecake has always been one of my favorite desserts. My mom made the most incredible amaretto cheesecake every Christmas. Rather than counting down the days until Santa, I would count down the days for that cheesecake! Cheesecake is always an elegant, indulgent dessert to serve. It sounds and looks overwhelming and complicated, but cheesecake is nothing to fear! Whether you are making key lime cheesecake, lemon cheesecake, or even pecan pie cheesecake, simply take your time with the recipe and make sure you read through all of the instructions before you begin....

Best time to make Instant Ginger Green Chilli pickle I tend to make this pickle more during the winters as that’s when hubs prefers to eat it. Ginger is known for its thermogenic quality which means its has a warming effect to the body when eaten. Hence it explains why its predominantly eaten during the chilly winters. However there is nothing stopping eating this pickle all year round. Pickle Ingredients: This pickle needs just 4 ingredients Ginger, green chilli, lemon juice and salt, all of which are readily available in most homes....

I’m being a little playful; honestly, anything can be a vegetable. We eat fruits like tomatoes and eggplant and call them vegetables. Flowers, roots, stems, leaves, etc., can all be vegetables. From a botanist’s view, there is no such thing as a vegetable; that’s a cook’s point of view. The definition of a vegetable is much looser; I think of it as any plant or plant part that is cooked in a savory fashion....

Crushed fennel seeds and black pepper, combined with the sweet, smoky profile of Kashmiri chilli powder, make the soppressata salad dressing sing with flavor. Soppressa can be used in place of soppressata, and though I haven’t tried it yet, I think salami would also be grand here. This recipe is available to paid subscribers of my newsletter, The Flavor Files, on Substack. Get the recipe here. Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment....

I don’t think it’s a secret that I love my sweet dishes. I definitely enjoy finding ways to ensure that my crazy sweet tooth is satisfied while still maintaining a healthy diet. That’s why I just had to share this Keto Coconut Panna Cotta with you. Whether you’re on a diet or not, this delicious, sweet recipe will hit the spot. If you have trouble with dairy, no worries in that department either....

There are several different recipes in books and on the internet when it comes to making puff pastry from scratch but when I got to review the Cook’s Illustrated “Cook’s Science” cookbook, it was the recipe that immediately stood out. As always, they’ve done a marvelous job of making it easy for home kitchens and explained the science behind this unique pastry. There are three key things to keep in mind here;...

Recently, I prepared a version of Idli Upma with fresh coconut and carrot being the star players. It made for a visually appealing, filling, delicious and healthy evening snack for my son, Nehal. Use fresh coriander leaves which give a herb-y flavor to the dish. 1 Heat oil in a cooking vessel, add the curry leaves and saute till a nice aroma emanates the kitchen. 2 Add the green chilies and chopped onions and saute for 3-4 mts....

Today’s lemon coconut cake recipe combines everything we love about lemon cake and coconut cake in one. Sandwiched between three deliciously moist and buttery coconut cake layers is homemade lemon curd and tangy cream cheese frosting. It’s sweet, bright with citrus, indulgent, and a must make for any occasion. Why You’ll Love This Lemon Coconut Cake What I love about this lemon coconut cake, besides the flavor, is the dense and fluffy texture....

Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Dessert Easy. Mix up the pumpkin bar batter, create a simple cheesecake swirl, combine the two, and bake for a simple dessert recipe.Delicious. Packed full of fall flavors, you’ll love that this is both tasty and keto-friendly.Low Carb. Minimal net carbs per serving means you can enjoy your favorite meals while still having enough carbs left for the day to enjoy dessert too! Indulging in the flavors of fall doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your commitment to a low-carb lifestyle....

Today I’m sharing everything I know about make-ahead baking: freezing baked goods, thawing them, and serving them with a huge smile. (Because you didn’t freshly bake them! Ha!) Why Make Ahead? Because there is ALWAYS a welcomed opportunity for homemade cookies, cakes, quick breads, muffins, and more. In fact, I can name about 5 instances in the past month where I needed a last minute treat and didn’t have time to rush around and make something....

They need our help! Food bloggers from around the world have joined together for the Menu For Hope II campaign started by Chef Pim to help the earthquake victims.The website First Giving is collecting all the donations and then forwarding the funds directly to UNICEF, the recipient organization. This fund is being earmarked to support the victims of the Kashmir earthquake. As a donor, you can be confident that your donations will utilized for the cause it is being collected for....

This is the only traditional royal icing I use. It’s my favorite because it’s easy to work with, sets quickly, and doesn’t require raw egg whites. And, best of all, it doesn’t have a hard cement-like texture. It won’t break your teeth like other royal icings! Meringue Powder in Royal Icing This royal icing is just 3 ingredients: confectioners’ sugar, meringue powder, and water. The trickiest part is landing on the perfect consistency, but I have a helpful video for you below....