When I found myself with an abundance of leftover Challah bread in the house, I figured it was time to try baked french toast once again. Oh my word, this is like no other baked french toast I’ve tasted before. With a texture similar to bread pudding, without being a bit soggy, this was everything I’d hoped and then some. The lemon-y maple syrup cuts the typical french toast sweetness and the blueberries add a sweet tartness to the dish....

This is a light summer salad that my broccoli-hating-children devoured in minutes. My oldest son avoids broccoli at every other opportunity and he has requested this salad three times in the past month. That alone is enough to convince me that this salad recipe is a winner. If that weren’t enough, though, then there’s the honest to goodness truth that I can’t get enough of this salad myself. I’d happily eat it just about every day if I could....

I have seen so many versions of this board and was tempted to jump on this trend. I gave my Desi spin to this trend by adding paneer, bell pepper, onions, chaat masala, and garlic and served it with Naan. This Desi butter board is the perfect addition to your Diwali Party menu. Do make this for the upcoming festival; you’ll have a party starter that everyone will be talking about....

The simple truth is that I decided to make my life easier! Yes, stopping my cake business was a decision I made to make my life easier. To be able to spend more time with my kids. So, I could have more ‘Me time” and also so I could do other things like cooking, and baking, other than just decorate cakes. Don’t get me wrong cake decorating is my passion and I loved being part of people’s special days....

While I love sweets and desserts, I often find myself maxed out on the sugar intake during festivals. So how about savory cookies? I’ve got a really fun snack recipe for the upcoming Diwali to share with you guys. I’ve already shared a slew of delicious Diwali recipes in the last couple of weeks – like Besan Ladoo, Bhakarwadi, Balushahi, and these amazing Nankhatai. Today’s recipe is Cheese Pizza Cookies which is effortless, easy, and simple....

Eggplant, also known as aubergine, is a versatile and nutritious vegetable that belongs to the nightshade family, alongside tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers. With its glossy, deep purple skin and spongy flesh, eggplant is a staple in various cuisines around the world. Native to Southeast Asia, it has been cultivated for thousands of years and has found its place in countless traditional dishes, from Mediterranean moussaka to Middle Eastern baba ganoush with pita bread....

My brother is in town with his wife and twins this week. Last night a bunch of my siblings (not all because, there’s an awful lot of us, it’s hard to get us all in one place) met up at a local park where they were having “Summerfest”. Basically it’s multi-cultural experience with dancers and singers representing different countries, a bunch of vendors selling handmade art and trinkets, and a slew of food carts with different cuisines....

Protein is vital. And it’s especially important to get an adequate amount of it for breakfast. I was reading a recent article from The Atlantic wherein they were taking a look at the latest research findings on protein consumption for breakfast. They found that people who got adequate protein at breakfast (35 grams in this study) “were less hungry throughout the day and saw favorable changes in the hormones and brain signals that control appetite....

If you’re unfamiliar with chocolate shortbread, get ready to be introduced to a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Chocolate shortbread is essentially a variation of traditional shortbread cookies but with the addition of rich, decadent cocoa. The result is a cookie that combines the buttery, crumbly texture of shortbread with the irresistible flavor of chocolate. The beauty of chocolate shortbread lies in its versatility. While the essence of a chocolate shortbread cookie remains the same, you can experiment and customize it to suit your taste preferences....

Delicious rice can make the meal! Try some of our most popular rice recipes like Super Easy Mexican Rice, Greek Lemon Rice, Cajun Dirty Rice, Cauliflower Fried Rice, Easy Pork Fried Rice, Shrimp Fried Rice, and Sheet Pan Fried Rice. More Easy Rice Recipes Cajun Dirty Rice Mexican Chicken and Rice Chicken Fried Rice Greek Lemon Rice Easy Mexican Rice Did you make this recipe? FANTASTIC. Please rate the recipe below and be sure to tag me on social when you share a photo on social – I love seeing what you’re up to in the kitchen!...

What is Cereal Milk? There is a certain nostalgia for me in playing with a recipe that uses cereal milk. What is cereal milk? Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like–pretty much the best part of eating a bowl of sugary cereal. There weren’t a lot of sweets in our house growing up. So, I have some very fond childhood memories of slurping up the sweetened milk that remained in the bowl after finishing my cereal....

Coconut Blondies Oh, how I love blondie cookie bars. From classic chocolate chip blondies to fully loaded cookie bars with coconut and pecans, or a dark chocolate and cashew combination, there are endless ways to make a pan of blondies extra special. Unless you are a coconut hater (completely inconceivable to me!), you are likely to adore these coconut blondies. I typically cut these bars small, basically just so that I can keep going back into the kitchen for repeated tastings....

The unique flavor profile of condensed milk cookies is what sets these apart from your average treat. These cookies offer a delightful combination of sweetness and creaminess that is simply irresistible. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of rich and decadent flavors that will leave your taste buds begging for more. The secret ingredient in condensed milk cookies is, of course, condensed milk itself. This sticky-sweet ingredient brings a unique depth of flavor to the cookies, adding a creamy and indulgent element that elevates them to a whole new level....

Chicken braised in wine, bacon, onions, and mushrooms, this Coq Au Vin recipe is truly a feast for the palate! This classic French dish takes on additional flavor in our version that will have your taste buds singing! What is Coq Au Vin? Coq Au Vin is among the most popular of all French dishes. It features braised chicken cooked with wine, lardons (bacon), mushrooms and onions. Its preparation is similar to Beef Bourguignon....

Looking for more easy, healthy, and crazy delicious recipes? Try these posts: Slow Cooker Beef Roast, Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef, and Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala. Expert Tips and Tricks As I mentioned above, you can use a 15 ounce can of enchilada sauce or you can make your own homemade enchilada sauce. This creamy enchilada soup will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Shredding chicken tip: Use a hand mixer!...

You might be asking yourself why anyone would want to use the crock-pot to make hot chocolate. As it turns out, it’s kind of nice not to hover over the stove stirring a pot! I combined everything in the slow cooker when we started pulling out our Christmas decorations this weekend. By the time the tree was decorated, we had hot chocolate ready and waiting for us. If you prefer a stove-top recipe, this Simple Homemade Hot Cocoa is an awesome winter treat as well....

I absolutely never get sick of soups. Even in the throws of Summer when it’s blazing hot outside I still crave a bowl of soup on a regular basis. This is one of my new favorites and I already know I’ll be making this for the rest of the year. This soup is rich, creamy, and comes together in about 30 minutes. Everything I want in a quick weeknight dinner!...

Danish pastries, or Viennese (wienerbrød) in Denmark, is made with a laminate dough similar to puff pastry and croissants. And, Danish pastry dough includes yeast, eggs, sugar, and butter. Then, it’s laminated with more butter, which results in tender but rich flaky, buttery pastries with lots of layers. You can use the Danish pastry dough to create many different shapes or varieties of Viennese (pastries), such as these pastry cream raisins spirals, cinnamon sugar spirals, and danish pinwheels or darts, cylinders, stars, braids, envelopes, pockets, combs, squares, horns, etc....

The combination of strawberry and banana is a match made in flavor heaven, blending the sweet, tartness of strawberries with the creamy, tropical taste of bananas. Together, they create a harmonious balance of flavors that is both refreshing and satisfying. A milkshake is the perfect way to enjoy this delightful duo, as it combines the natural sweetness and creaminess of the fruits with the cool, smooth texture of the milk....

Chicken Fried Rice (or any kind of fried rice actually) is one of those dishes that you can whip up without any particular recipe and with any ingredients you have on hand. Okay not any any, but you get the idea. Though more often than not, I stick to this recipe, or use this as a base for my creative variations, whether I am just cleaning out my fridge before grocery shopping, or cooking it in bulk as a part of my meal prep for the week, or for potluck parties....