The ultra-organized side of my brain could not handle the waste and chaos created by shoving bags of produce in there and then hoping I would remember to use it all before it spoiled. I set up a system of boxes that works amazingly well for helping produce last longer and actually get eaten in the process! I’ve used this system in a very large refrigerator and in the much smaller one that I have right now....

What is the one thing you remember most about Christmas from your childhood? Is it the gifts? Santa? The decorations? Christmas dinner? For me, it’s baking with my mom. These are date rolls and while the nut often changes, the dates remain the same. I’m sure they’d taste amazing with figs or apricots as well. And yet, I’ve always used dates and that’s because mom always used dates. Step-by-step: Date roll cookies Dough Dry ingredients – In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cornstarch, spices, and salt....

Hamburger buns are essential to any great burgers, providing a soft and sturdy vessel for your favorite fillings. Sourdough can take your burger game to the next level when you make the best hamburger buns. Sourdough starter adds depth of flavor and a subtle tanginess to the buns, elevating them from ordinary to extraordinary. The fermentation process of sourdough also helps improve the texture of the buns, making them softer, more moist, and longer-lasting....

This festive treat is quick and straightforward, requiring only a few ingredients. It is soft and delicious. Whether celebrating Diwali, Holi, Navratri, or any special occasion, this Burfi is the perfect sweet to share with your loved ones. It’s that time of the year again – the Diwali season has begun, and with it comes a flurry of festivities and excitement. It’s a time when families and friends come together to celebrate and indulge in delicious treats....

Sweet, luxuriously creamy, refreshing, and utterly delicious, this traditional Mango Lassi recipe comes together in 5 minutes and is the perfect accompaniment to your Indian dishes or as a stand-alone drink! Probably the best mango lassi I’ve had was in an Indian restaurant my husband and I stumbled upon nearly 15 years ago while visiting San Francisco. I don’t remember the name of the restaurant but I do remember the experience of sipping that marvelous drink....

These Marzipan Truffles are super easy to make and are the perfect gifts for your family and friends! And you can get even more creative with your dipping and decorating skills! Chocolate covered marzipan is practically a staple confection in Germany, especially during the holidays when the variety increases even more. Growing up in Germany I would often grab some at the grocery store to indulge in when I got home....

Khoya can be made several ways using plain Milk powder, ricotta cheese or using condensed milk. But making it from milk, makes a lot of difference and Sweets made with homemade khoya tastes amazing. To make Khoya at home, we require full-fat buffalo milk. There are three types of khoya – batti, chickna, and daanedaar. Batti, meaning “rock,” has 20% moisture by weight and is the hardest of the three types; it can be grated like cheese....

Picture this: a rich and creamy treat that melts in your mouth, leaving behind a lingering taste of pure bliss. That’s what chocolate fudge is all about. And the best part? It’s perfect for the holidays. Whether hosting a festive gathering or simply treating yourself, this sweet delight brings joy to every occasion. What is chocolate fudge? Well, it’s a melt-in-your-mouth treat that combines chocolate’s rich flavors and fudge’s creamy texture....

However, I need to tell you that these bars taste just like a Twix, only better. Why? Because the shortbread is more flavorful, the caramel is richer, and the chocolate is darker. So yes, much better. These bars were absolutely irresistible. I sliced them for the photo and then I slivered them into bite-size pieces. This was not the wisest move, because every single time I opened the refrigerator for the next day I popped another piece in my mouth....

To make an appetizing, comforting, and warming meal, you can serve mushroom masala gravy with chapathi, naan, plain paratha, Plain rice, jeera rice, pulao, and biryani. Do give this recipe a try. You will surely get mesmerized with its lip-smacking taste and the ease of the curry preparation will see you making it quite often. If you like easy vegetarian Mushroom recipes, then this post is for you. My family loves mushrooms....

There’s something incredibly satisfying about making pizza at home. From the tactile pleasure of kneading dough to the aroma of fresh ingredients baking to perfection, homemade pizza offers a rewarding culinary experience. It’s a versatile dish that allows you to tailor every element to your taste, ensuring a delicious and personal touch with each bite. Using overnight pizza dough is a game-changer for home bakers. Allowing the dough to ferment slowly over 12-24 hours enhances the flavor and texture, resulting in a crust that’s crisp on the outside yet tender and chewy on the inside....

Indulge in a taste of tropical paradise with a heavenly no-bake mango cheesecake—an exquisite dessert that brings the vibrant flavors of ripe mangoes together with creamy cheesecake goodness, all without the need for an oven. Picture a velvety-smooth filling, luxuriously infused with the sweet essence of fresh mangoes, nestled atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Each decadent bite offers a symphony of flavors and textures—creamy, tangy cheesecake mingling with the juicy sweetness of mangoes, all enveloped in a delicate embrace of golden crust....

Chicken is definitely one of the easiest dishes to cook. And, most often can be made into a meal in less than an hour. For us, it is usually a week-day meal with red meat saved for the weekend. Why make these chicken thighs These are the easiest baked chicken thighs. Using pantry staples, and flavored with mustard, herbs, and a touch of honey. This recipe gets done in less than an hour....

Chicken thighs are my new favorite cut of chicken. They cook up so tender, and are really tasty and versatile. One of my favorite chicken thigh recipes is this oven roasted balsamic chicken thigh recipe. So juicy, tangy (thanks balsamic!), and cooked to perfection, I really can’t say enough about the way this roasted chicken will change your dinners for the better! Here’s How You Make It Why This Recipe Works Chicken thighs — Of course, I realize this roasted chicken recipe specifically calls for chicken thighs but it truly is what makes this preparation really stand out....

I had so much fun making this cake, which was so well received. Making a pancake cake has always been on my list, and I thought, well, it’s about time!! Can you see those strawberries and blueberries? Don’t they look so real? I love how they turned out. No one could believe those blueberries were sugar paste! Of course, I had to share with you how I made this cake, so I left the camera on....

Potatoes are a timeless and versatile side dish, loved for their comforting, hearty nature and ability to complement a wide range of main courses. However, if you’re looking to elevate the humble potato and impress your guests with something truly special, these Parmesan Crispy Potato Stacks are the perfect choice. This unique twist on the classic potato side dish transforms simple ingredients into an elegant and visually stunning presentation. Each beautifully layered stack delivers a delightful combination of crispiness and cheesy richness, making them an impressive addition to any dinner table....

Chutneys play a very important role in Indian Cuisine. Chutneys are a quintessential accompaniment to every Indian meal. Just make a quick chutney to give the whole meal a lovely flavorful kick. A delicious Chutney elevates the taste of any dish. There so many varieties of chutneys are there in Indian cuisines like Sweet chutney, Mint chutney, Garlic chutney, Coconut chutney, Ginger Chutney, Sweet and spicy Chutney Onion chutney, Raw mango chutney etc....

If you’ve been reading this blog for very long you already know that there are not many recipes that I label “the best”. This salsa is well qualified for that title. There is a Mexican restaurant in my city that serves a pineapple salsa that I have enjoyed for a while now. I have no idea why it took me so long to try making my own, but a sale on pineapples finally pushed me to try....

Stuffed pita is my Aadi’s favorite school lunch. And by stuffed pita, I do not mean the one where you stuff things into an already baked pita. So here the pita is cooked with the filling in it. Unless you peak in or have some identification on the pita, there is no telling what’s inside the pita. Therefore, the topping is usually an indication of what’s inside the pita. In our home, the black sesame seeds pitas have potato in them, while the cheese-stuffed pitas have white sesame seeds on top....

I’m sharing this recipe today in partnership with the National Pork Board. I’ve worked with the National Pork Board for several years now, sharing delicious recipes that are easy enough to make on busy weeknights. I can’t think of anything else I’d rather eat right now than this cheesy, saucy pasta with pork. And luckily, I can pull this meal together with barely 20 minutes of hands-on effort. Did you know that there are hundreds of awesome pork recipes on Pork....