Since 2011, I’ve developed and published more than 150 cake recipes on my website, in addition to cake recipes in my cookbooks. Testing, photographing, and filming video tutorials means that I make multiple cakes for every new recipe. I’ve made… a LOT of cakes! From evergreen classics like chocolate cake, confetti cake, and white cake, to reader favorites like lemon blueberry cake, carrot cake, and red velvet cake… I’ve even done a tutorial for a homemade wedding cake!...

While I’m all for people getting their Celebrity Gossip from the internet, I really worry when people read one media article to determine what’s good for them. As a trained scientist, I spent years conducting literature reviews and published many articles in peer-reviewed journals. I try to bring that same rigor and scrutiny to the articles I write on Keto. Disclaimer I am not a physician. My doctorate is in Experimental Psychology....

For those times you want a quick dinner, minimal washing up and no arguments with the kids about eating their veg (ummm I actually want that every night) – then this one pan pasta is the answer! 30 minutes from start to finish, we just need to add ingredients to the pan as we go, and then stick it under the grill (broiler) at the end for a bubbling melted cheese topping....

What Can I Have For Dinner On the Keto Diet? There are so many awesome things you can eat for dinner on Keto! Meats, cheeses, veggies and more all create an unending combination of things that you can eat and enjoy! This list includes SO many things you can eat for dinner on Keto that have five ingredients or less! See my easy guide to what to eat on Keto here....

What is Baharat Spice Mix? I’m sure most of you who are familiar with my recipes know that I love spices. I don’t just love them in that I use them a lot but, I love using them correctly and getting the most out of them. The perfect seasoning used correctly can make for such a delicious dish that it blows your mind and you’ll be just as obsessed with spices as I am....

Why This Will Be Your New Favorite Snack Easy. Pop some canned chickpeas in the air fryer after you’ve seasoned them and cook.Delicious. The flavors from the za’atar marry so well with the creaminess of the chickpeas.Vegan. Rich in protein and flavor while still being friendly for anyone living a Vegan lifestyle.Fast. Make this delicious snack in less than 30 minutes. What Is Za’atar? It is incredibly difficult to find a za’atar that isn’t a spice blend, so for this recipe, I used my favorite za’atar spice blend from Trader Joe’s....

Why This Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast Is So Fabulous Fast. Enjoy this tasty snack in only 5 minutes.Easy. Mix the topping, air fry the bread, and eat.Flavorful. Packed with flavor from creamy cheese, spicy chilis, and rich butter.Vegetarian. The perfect snack for you or anyone that wants to skip the meat. What Is Chili Cheese Toast? When I tell you that Chili Cheese Toast reminds me of my childhood, you’re going to wonder what kind of kid eats hot, spicy, roasted chilies for fun....

This is my go-to mid-week roast, when I want a nutritious dinner on the table with minimal fuss. Everybody is talking about Air Fryers at the moment, and I really wanted to put ours to the test by seeing if it would make a complete roast chicken dinner, without having to parboil or precook anything- the answer is a resounding… YES! Well… except for the gravy. I guess you could use an air fryer to make the gravy, but it’s easier to do it in a pan, while the vegetables are cooking in the air fryer....

Why You Should Trust My Advice On Air Fryers Vs. Instant Pots Air Fryer Cookbooks: I have two best-selling air fryer cookbooks, Every Day Easy Air Fryer and Air Fryer Revolution, so you can feel confident in knowing that I use air fryers and similar kitchen gadgets on a regular basis, I’m quite familiar with how they work and I know what makes a good air fryer.Instant Pot Cookbook Author: I’ve written 5 Instant Pot Cookbooks that have been authorized by Instant Pot....

Antipasto Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette Who loves Caprese and Antipasto salad recipe? Me, that’s who–and probably also you. Who can eat that much tomato without going over their daily carb allowance? Not me, that’s who. So I had to come up with a different way, which meant adding these ingredients: SalamiOlivesGreensPesto (only because I was out of basil). And the end result? Absolute heaven on a fork! This dish truly satisfies my cravings for Caprese and Antipasto Salad without completely blowing my keto lifestyle....

When I’m looking to bake something quick, easy, and wholesome—I always rely on muffins. Banana muffins, bran muffins, or these apple cinnamon oatmeal cups are my top choices because they’re simple, relatively healthy, and adult + child approved. Preparing muffin batter is a no-fuss task and you can enjoy muffins right away, which is definitely a bonus when baking for or with kids. (By the way, here are many kid-friendly baking recipes....

Christmas is a time rich with tradition. Christmas cookies for Santa, ornaments and decorations, jingle bells and hot cocoa by the fire. For some and in European regions, it’s making a yule log cake, also known as a Bûche De Noël in French. I’ve tasted plenty during the holiday seasons, but hadn’t attempted a from-scratch recipe until this year. Initially overwhelmed by the process, I learned that it’s just like other at-home baking projects: fun quality time in the kitchen....

Why You’ll Want To Use This Sauce On Everything Fast. Make this recipe with no cooking invloved in less than 30 minutes. Easy. A simple pour and go recipe. Low Carb. Only 3 net carbs per serving.Less than 5 Ingredients. Use 4 kitchen staples to make a tasty sauce the whole family will love! Ingredients You’ll Need Less than 5 ingredients? You bet! As a sucker for ruthless efficiency, I love a recipe that takes minimal effort and ingredients....

Batata Kaap literally means potato slices. It is also known as Batatycha Kachrya, Batata Kachrya, Batata Kapa, or rava batata fry in Marathi, and Batata fodi or phodi in Konkani language. Think of these like regular french fries/wedges just that they have more texture (due to the coating of flour and semolina), and taste (from the Indian spices) and are much healthier than the deep-fried french fries. Potato kaap recipe makes a great side dish with a simple meal like Varan bhaat or khichdi paired along with some pickle and salad....

Why You’ll Love This Low Carb Dish Quick and Easy. Ready in under 30 minutes, this stir-fry is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.Low Carb. With only a few grams of net carbs per serving, this recipe caters to low-carb and keto lifestyles.Delicious. Packed with umami-rich flavors, the tender beef, crisp broccoli, and flavorful stir-fry sauce come together in perfect harmony....

I thought it was time to pull this one out of the archives again as it’s so flippin good. Tender chunks of beef in a thick tomato and pepper sauce – spiced with beautiful smoky paprika (don’t go easy on the paprika now – this stew can take plenty). I’ll happily admit – this isn’t a 100% authentic Hungarian goulash. Traditional goulash, I’m told, is more of a soup that doesn’t rely on flour for thickening....

A comfort oriented recipe using ordinary ingredients. The subtle nutty taste of roasted poppy seeds pairs well with the sweetness of sauteed onions and roasted ridge gourd. Lightly spice the dish and you have a fabulous healthy stir fry ready to be relished with rotis or rice. Garlic is an essential ingredient so do not miss out on it. 1 Cut the ridge into half lengthwise and slice. Finely slice onions....

Such weather also calls for hearty, warming, comforting foods. This kootu recipe is so perfect for this time of the year. Lightly spiced moong dal and ridge gourd combination is a match made in heaven. Very nurturing to the body and soul. And not to mention, the weather makes it extra delicious. 🙂 1 Pressure cook moong dal, ridge gourd pieces with 2 cups of water and turmeric pwd upto two whistles....

Let me start today’s tutorial with the following: Is this the one and only way to make French macarons? No. Is this the most complete, perfect French macaron tutorial out there? No. Is this a great place for macaron beginners? Yes. Like many home bakers, I was a French macaron beginner a few years ago. These beautiful little cookies had always been a baking bucket list recipe for me. I started baking them after tasting the world famous Ladurée bakery macarons—talk about perfection!...

How to Choose the Best Air Fryer As the popularity of air frying grows, so has the number of air fryers on the market and sometimes it can be confusing choosing the right one. In this article, I will break down the key components of air fryers, and the pros and cons for the different ones on the market. This way you can make an educated decision with my air fryer reviews....