We stay busy with so many other fun things, it’s nice to have a easy meals planned through most of the month. This was a great soup to throw together with no advance planning. Caramelized Onion Chicken soup is another delicious brothy one for you to try.

A classic French Remoulade recipe that’s easy to make and is as versatile as it is delicious! Use this fabulous sauce for spreading, dipping, and tossing into a wide variety of dishes. For more phenomenal homemade French sauces be sure to try our Bearnaise Sauce, Tartar Sauce, and Hollandaise Sauce! Remoulade sauce is a classic French cold sauce with mayonnaise as its base. It’s traditionally served with meats, fish, seafood, and as a dipping sauce....

New Year is a time of renewal and hope. The Jews celebrate Rosh ha Shanah with round challah, which symbolizes the cyclical nature of the world. So, while an elongated braided loaf is made for the weekend, aka Shabbat, a round one is made to celebrate this festive occasion. This is often called Rosh Hashanah challah, which often comes in September. It is definitely one of the most impressive items that take center stage on the holiday dinner table....

You know what’s a bad idea? Photographing the best ice cream you’ve ever tasted in your life on an empty stomach right around lunch time. Not my best moment folks. Well, not my best as far as wise, healthy, responsible grown-up moments go. But possibly one of my most enjoyable guilty pleasure moments. Yeah……. this stuff is good. I’m talking ohhhh my gosh I think I might die if I don’t have another bite right this instant good....

The Coriander Mint Chutney Recipe I am sharing here today is basically my go-to version for using as a green chutney dip for chicken tandoori, tikkas, kababs, samosas, and even grilled veggies & cheeses. What I love about this, or any green chutney really, is how simple and easy it is to make. It literally takes only 5 – 10 minutes, with ingredients that are easily available, and ones that are probably already stocked in our kitchens....

One of Europe’s oldest desserts, Spain’s famous burnt custard dessert known as Crema Catalana (Catalan Cream) is flavored with orange, lemon and a hint of cinnamon and has an irresistibly creamy texture and caramelized sugar topping! We’re confident you’re going to absolutely love it! If you’re searching for an elegant yet super easy-to-make dessert that will guaranteed impress your dinner guests, you will love this Crema Catalana recipe! The process involves making a thickened vanilla custard, pouring it into ramekins and letting it cool and firm up, and then pouring sugar over the top and either burning it with a hot iron rod or a kitchen torch to form a burnt sugar crust....

Crostini, meaning “little toasts” in Italian, are small, thin slices of toasted bread that serve as a versatile base for a variety of toppings. These crunchy bites are perfect for appetizers, snacks, or as part of a meal. Crostini can be topped with savory ingredients like cheeses, meats, and vegetables, or with sweet toppings like fruits and honey. They are easy to prepare and can be customized to suit any taste or occasion, making them a popular choice for entertaining....

Lentils and legumes have been an integral part of my diet. In India, we eat lentils/dal pretty much every day, and in my house, there was never a day when there was no dal on the table. Of all the legumes and dals, my favorite is the Whole Moong. Moong is wholesome, easy to digest, protein-packed, and delicious. We can use it in sabzi, dal, salads, dosas, and chillas. I love moong beans in any form....

The two Italian desserts that are perfect for entertaining are panna cotta and Tiramisu. Am I wrong? Both can be made ahead, and they are as elegant as they are delicious. And the best part is that they are both so easy to make. We are a huge, dessert-loving family. So, making dessert at home is very common. And yet, you must see the big smile in the house when we have panna cotta in the fridge....

Cooking pasta at home during the weekends is a delightful way to unwind and indulge in a satisfying meal. The process of boiling pasta, sautéing ingredients, and blending flavors is both therapeutic and rewarding, making it an ideal culinary project for a leisurely day. Adding chicken to your pasta transforms it into a complete, protein-rich dish that’s both hearty and nutritious. The tender, juicy chicken pairs beautifully with the pasta, creating a balanced and fulfilling meal that the whole family can enjoy....

This summer, the heat is getting unbearable. Our air conditioning is on all day, and I hate spending too much time in the kitchen. The two great things I love about summer are summer fruits and food on the grill. That’s why I’ve shared so many kababs and skewer recipes with you. These are yet another classic you are going to love. Shish kabobs are fun to say and delicious to eat!...

If you’re a fan of family-friendly pasta meals, you’ll want to try Creamy Sausage Pasta, Baked Feta Tomato Pasta, and Shrimp Scampi Pasta next. Why This Recipe Works So Simple: This tortellini pasta recipe couldn’t be more simple to make. It uses pantry staples that you probably already have on hand, and will only take you 20 minutes to make! You’ll even have time to make some garlic bread with it to soak up that delicious white wine sauce....

Sweet potatoes are a versatile and nutritious root vegetable, beloved for their natural sweetness, vibrant orange color, and health benefits. Packed with vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants, sweet potatoes offer a rich source of essential nutrients that support vision, immune function, and overall well-being. Their creamy texture and sweet flavor make them a popular choice in a variety of dishes, from savory to sweet. Roasting sweet potatoes is a simple yet transformative cooking technique that brings out their natural sweetness and enhances their flavor....

Chestnuts in winter are a wonderful treat and can be enjoyed in various ways. Whether you roast them over an open fire or purchase them pre-cooked to be boiled or steamed, nothing quite compares to the flavor of a chestnut. They can be enjoyed and shared, providing a sense of nostalgia while creating a moment of warmth during the colder months. You can also find chestnuts in various sweet and savory dishes, like chestnut stuffing for turkey and chestnut cookies or cakes....

A gluten free version of traditional Aebleskiver, the popular Danish pancake balls that are enjoyed for breakfast, at tea time, on special occasions, or whenever your sweet tooth has a craving! These gluten free aebleskiver have a delicately crispy exterior and a light and fluffy interior and flavored with the traditional ingredients of cardamom and lemon zest. For more traditional Danish desserts be sure to try our original Aebleskiver and Risalamande, the most delicious rice pudding in the world!...

This Gluten Free Crepes recipe sets the store-bought flour blends aside and shows you how to make them completely from scratch! No weird flavors or gritty textures, these crepes are so good, so light and tender, you won’t even realize they’re gluten free! They’re made without xanthan gum and can also be made dairy-free. I think I could eat crepes all day if I let myself. It’s a good thing I don’t!...

There are a great many enchilada recipes in my cookbooks and binders, easily dozens. I’ve lost count of how many I’ve made over the years. These enchiladas were my family’s favorite when I first published this recipe – it was one of the first recipes I published here, over 13 years ago. And this is still a recipe that I make often. And if that isn’t reason enough for you to try it, they’re easy enough to assemble that my kids have been making them on their own for many years....

Super easy to make with elbow macaroni, mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, onion, carrots, and basic spices…. this popular pasta salad is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory. It is a side dish that is perfect for all kinds of occasions and one of our favorite Hawaiian foods of all time. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad, also known as Hawaiian Mac Salad is a side dish traditionally served on lunch pate in Hawaii with the bold flavors of BBQ....

One of my all-time favorite sauces for drizzling over vegetables, grilled meats and roast chicken, eggs benedict, scrambled eggs, and a whole host of other foods that are only further brought to life by this buttery smooth and luxuriously delicious sauce! This Hollandaise Sauce recipe is super easy to make and comes with instructions for both making it on the stovetop or in the blender! For more phenomenal homemade French sauces be sure to try our Bearnaise Sauce, Tartar Sauce, and Remoulade!...

Homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream – Creamy Ice cream Base with cream cheese and a Strawberry Sauce and Roughly Crushed Graham crackers swirled throughout. It’s Dreamy, Creamy and one of the most delicious Homemade Ice cream I have made! This Homemade Ice cream is packed with fresh strawberries. It is a perfect way to enjoy the start of the summer. Why just start of the summer, I would say throughout the summer....