If you love bread, today I have a wonderful bread recipe to enhance your baking skills. While this one looks intimidating, it is surprisingly simple and easy to make. The challah bread is one that always makes an impressive centerpiece to any dinner table. Try different braids with the same dough to show off your baking skills. This bread is a Jewish staple and a must-have for every Friday dinner and Jewish holidays....

Hawaiian pizza is a beloved fusion of sweet and savory flavors that has captivated taste buds worldwide. This iconic pizza features a delicious combination of juicy pineapple pieces, savory ham, and a blend of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese, all layered atop a rich tomato sauce. The sweetness of the pineapple perfectly complements the saltiness of the ham, creating a unique flavor profile that sets Hawaiian pizza apart from traditional options....

Speaking of holiday flavors; peppermint mocha ice cream is another great way to enjoy your favorite Christmas flavors in a cold and creamy bowl of ice cream. Eggnog Ice Cream While ice cream is often considered a summer treat, eggnog ice cream is a winter favorite. This lightly spiced ice cream evokes a cozy feeling and we enjoy it through the holiday season. The warm spices of nutmeg, vanilla, and a splash of rum extract bring about all the cozy holiday feelings....

My kids’ favorite candy, of course, is Ferrero Rocher. So it is not a surprise that stuffing these into our Hanukkah donuts gets them excited. Why make these donuts These are yeast-risen and deep-fried in the shape of large buns, unlike the donuts with a hole. And all the ingredients are simple and easy to find or pantry staples. Israeli sufganiyot are traditionally filled with strawberry jam and dusted with powdered sugar....

This fudge recipe comes together in just a few minutes and it is perfect for gifting, snacking, and serving for any occasion. Made with or without nuts, this fudge is a favorite sweet treat year-round. Chocolate Fudge To make this Chocolate Pecan Fudge, you simply combine everything in a glass bowl, heat for a couple of minutes, pour onto a tray, and refrigerate until firm. I like to sprinkle a few spoonfuls of extra chopped nuts on top of the fudge before refrigerating, too....

Let me tell you the story behind it. One of our relative from Sudan used to make a dish called Ful Medames (I didn’t know the original name, My cousin told me a few days ago), an ancient Egyptian dish. In Ful Medames, fava beans are used as the main ingredient. This is one of the favorite dish in our family for years. As Fava beans were not easily available in India years back, it was replaced by Rajma / Kidney Beans and we have been enjoying this dish since ages....

A quintessential and popular German side dish, Rotkohl (braised German red cabbage) is the perfect accompaniment to your Sunday roast, beef rouladen, brats and more! This traditional Rotkohl recipe is the way my Mutti and Oma made it and is easy to prepare, can be made in advance, and can even be frozen! What is Rotkohl? Known as Rotkohl, Blaukohl or Blaukraut in Germany, depending on the region, this braised red cabbage is a staple side dish that is served throughout Germany....

For more gluten-free desserts, pop on over to my recipes for Gluten Free Banana Muffins, Flourless Fudgy Peanut Butter Brownies, and Gluten Free Banana Bread, Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread, Gluten Free Banana Muffins, Cauliflower Crust Pizza. Expert Tips & Tricks For an alternative to baking chocolate, try almond bark or unsweetened baker’s chocolate. Both of these can be found near the chocolate chips in most grocery stores. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days....

If you love this recipe, you’ll really enjoy my Instant Pot Baked Sweet Potatoes, oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Candied Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole. Expert Tips Season the sweet potatoes! Don’t skip rubbing those sweet potatoes with some salt before baking! This will infuse some flavor into the skins. If you want even more flavor, try seasoning them with some garlic powder and paprika, too! Don’t peel the sweet potatoes!...

Hawaiian Muffins These muffins have been a favorite with my family for several years now, ever since I first spied the Banana, Coconut, and Pineapple Muffins over at For The Love of Cooking. My boys request them often. I’ve adapted them slightly at different times and they always turn out great. We call them Hawaiian muffins (despite the fact they obviously aren’t a Hawaiian specialty) because everyone that tried them the first time I made them referred to them that way....

In our household, cinnamon rolls are more than just a breakfast treat—they’re a symbol of warmth, comfort, and family togetherness. My kids, Aadi and Rhea, have always had a special fondness for these sweet, gooey pastries. But one particular baking mishap led to the discovery of a new family favorite that would forever change our Saturday mornings. When the cinnamon rolls emerged from the oven, golden and fragrant. I discovered we were out of cream cheese....

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not one to brag about eating only homemade food. Being a working mom, often store-bought tortillas are the only way to go. In fact, I always have a pack of store-bought tortillas in the house for those times when my Aadi or Rhea bring friends over. And yet, it’s still great to know what you eat and what is in it. That’s how I keep a healthy diet in our family....

Learn How To Cook Snap Peas! Fresh sugar snap peas need no other embellishments than olive oil, salt and pepper in order for their fabulous flavor to shine through! These sauteed snap peas come together in 5 minutes and make a simple, elegant, healthy and thoroughly tasty side dish! I’ve been enjoying the bounty of my pea harvest the past couple of weeks. I grew extra this year and built bamboo teepee trellises which make the perfect cozy little hangout for kids to enjoy shelter from the sun while snacking on fresh sugar snap peas....

In-fact if you do make and store or freeze this onion tomato masala in advance, maybe over the weekend, then it will help you save lots of time and energy during the week. Because you wouldn’t have to deal with all the chopping and the roasting of onions and tomatoes during the weekday, which can be really time consuming. What is Indian Onion Masala or Onion Tomato Gravy Base? Indian Onion Masala or Onion Tomato Gravy Base is exactly what the name makes it sound like – it’s an Indian curry base made out of onions and tomatoes....

We make so many pumpkin recipes in fall because pumpkins are in season. But, the irony is that we use canned pumpkin. The truth is that making homemade puree is so simple and easy. I make a big batch and save it in the freezer so I can use it all thru fall. Today, I’m going to share with you everything you need to know about making homemade pumpkin puree....

Slow Cooker Granola Warm and soft when it first finishes cooking, or crunchy after it cools, either way, it is unforgettable. Slightly sweet, a little bit salty, the best part about making your own granola is that it’s infinitely adjustable. Use the ingredients and flavors that you love best. When I ran across this method for making granola in the crock-pot, I think my jaw actually dropped. (Thanks so much, Kristen!...

Lemons, with their vibrant yellow hue and invigorating aroma, are a quintessential ingredient in the culinary world, revered for their versatility and ability to enhance both sweet and savory dishes. Bursting with tangy flavor and refreshing acidity, lemons are the star of many beloved recipes, none more cherished than the classic lemon curd. Lemon curd, a luscious and silky spread, encapsulates the essence of lemons in every bite. This delightful concoction is a harmonious blend of tart lemon juice, fragrant zest, creamy butter, and rich eggs, sweetened to perfection....

If you think this sounds and looks familiar, you’re right! A while back I posted my recipe for Masoor Dal, an Indian red lentil soup. It’s my favorite Indian soup and I’ve discovered that the way I enjoy eating it best is as a dip. This is a thicker version of Masoor Dal and it makes the most splendid dip for various kinds of bread and vegetables. It’s a family favorite, from our one year old on up....

If you love easy, comforting Instant Pot dishes, then you’ll also love my recipes for Baked Potatoes, Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes, and Instant Pot Mac and Cheese. I’ve found that people who eat sweet potatoes fall into two categories: they love them or they hate them. I, for one, love them. But, I have plenty of friends and family members that hate them. This recipe is for the haters....

If you’re loving your instant pot as much as I am, you’ve gotta try Instant Pot Parmesan Chicken and Rice with Mushrooms, Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos, and Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes. As much as I love an Instant Pot for the easy things, I also love it for the complicated things (which are still easy in an Instant Pot). What I mean is, sure easy things are still great to make, but what makes this appliance really stand out is its ability to take a typically complicated recipe and really simplify it and make it fast while keeping its integrity....