For more easy-to-make Indian dishes, try my Indian Butter Chicken, this Oven-Baked Tandoori Chicken, or this Grilled Tandoori Chicken. Like most ethnic foods in my life, I had to have a little convincing to try Indian food. And after that, it was all downhill from there (or uphill, I suppose, depending on whether or not you are a glass half-full or half-empty kind of person). For me, it was downhill in that I had to find and eat Indian food all the time, everywhere (and empty my wallet in the process) and uphill because I was trying new foods and expanding my palate, and in trying this one new thing it forced me to try other new things, and that, my friends is how you grow to like new foods and eventually start your own food blog and find yourself constantly creating and cooking and baking....

One of my most vivid childhood memories is watching my mom work her magic with the pressure cooker, transforming tough cuts of red meat into tender, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. The sound of steam hissing and the comforting aroma of simmering meat filled the kitchen, signaling that something delicious was in the works. Inspired by my mom’s culinary prowess, I followed in her footsteps and recreate her recipe using my trusty Instant Pot....

The weather is having a fit today. I’m a bit concerned that my recently hung Christmas lights are going to be ripped from the rooftop. The wind is blowing like mad and it’s started to snow. Except it’s snowing sideways. This type of weather calls for one thing, soup. And hot chocolate with little marshmallows and hazelnut creamer. But as far as dinner is concerned, it’s soup. This Jamaican Jerk Chicken Soup is delicious!...

This Japanese noodle soup recipe features shiitake and enoki mushrooms, tofu, green onions, and rice vermicelli noodles and a rich and delicious broth infused with miso, mirin and sake. It comes together in just 10 minutes and is as elegant as it is delicious! Craving more Japanese food? Try our popular teriyaki dishes: Chicken Teriyaki, Teriyaki Salmon, and Teriyaki Tofu! Simple and simply wonderful. That’s the best way to describe this Japanese noodle soup made in just under 10 minutes....

Raw mango and onions are tossed together with aromatic spices; this salad is healthy yet delicious. It’s so refreshing and rejuvenating. The flavors are so simple yet addicting. Serve as a side with Indian Gujarati meal, Dal-bhaat, curries, or as a dip with chips, or over burgers. A healthy and good salad is a must in our home, especially at lunchtime. To go with our Indian-style meals, we need something simple, tasty, and light to serve on the side....

Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable known for its vibrant colors and impressive nutritional profile. Swiss chard is a powerhouse of nutrients, rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals like magnesium and potassium. Its slightly bitter taste and tender texture make it a versatile ingredient in many dishes. Kidney beans, however, are a staple in many cuisines worldwide. They are packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients such as iron and folate....

If you’ve ever been to a Chinese restaurant, you’ve probably ordered Kung Pao chicken. It’s a very popular dish and often associated with being very spicy. These days, you can make it mild or spicy, but the original is known to have a hot sauce. The culprit is the Sichuan peppers and spicy dry chilies called Tien Tsin. We love Chinese food but we don’t order it here. I usually make it at home....

So there it was, just staring at me. I sighed and picked it up, turned it around in my hands, gave it one last, long stare, and set it down again. “Boneless, skinless chicken breasts,” I said to the chicken (we’ve all talked to the chicken, admit it). “What do you want to be tonight?” Unfortunately, the chicken didn’t answer (as I’m sure you’re probably relieved to hear). It never does, but that doesn’t stop me from asking....

A Hand Painted Tree Stump cake for a 77th Birthday celebration to symbolize strength and age. I love creating wood effects on cakes, cake boards, and edible decorations. I have made a few recently and in many different variations, too. I love using the airbrush to create the wood grain. However, most often, my students don’t have an airbrush. This is a nice and easy way to create a tree stump effect with just hand painting....

Inspired by a bit of leftover Elote Dip and a spoonful of leftover potato salad, this was a fun random creation that I knew I needed to turn into a full potato salad recipe. Elote Dip can also become an amazing pasta salad. Try it. After making Cholula Potato Salad for the first time a couple of months ago, and many times since then, my whole family has decided that we really enjoy having a bit of heat in a potato salad....

Let’s have a show of hands. Who here doesn’t love tall, densely fudgey, caramely candy bar stuffed brownies? Let’s have a show of hands. Who here doesn’t love tall, densely fudgey, caramely candy bar stuffed brownies? Good. No one. So we can move on. I had to give my husband a stern look and shake of the head when I noticed him eyeing the star ingredient of these brownies. The Milky Ways, obviously....

Not only are these cookie dough bites delicious and easy, but they also happen to be naturally gluten-free. If you happen to have a lot of chocolate candy around the house this weekend, you’re in luck. You can chop it up and throw it into this edible cookie dough. The add-ins are as versatile as you like. Eaten with a spoon or rolled into bite-size balls, Monster Cookie Dough makes for an irresistible sweet snack....

While visiting my sister in New Mexico, she gave me red sauce from her freezer to use in the enchiladas that we were making. That was when I discovered the difference between a homemade sauce and a canned version. This sauce is incredibly flavorful with as much heat as you desire; just purchase mild, medium or hot dried chile pods. As soon as we unpacked and settled back home, I called her for the recipe....

As a passionate baker, I’ve spent countless hours perfecting my craft, particularly bread-making. From sourdough boules to delicate baguettes, I’ve honed my skills to the point where I can confidently call myself a pro. However, even the most dedicated bakers have days when time feels like an elusive luxury. In this dilemma, I turn to a trusty companion in the bread-making world: the no-knead bread recipe. It’s a marvel of simplicity, requiring only a handful of ingredients and a fraction of the effort demanded by traditional bread recipes....

One pan chicken meals are my go-to for busy nights and it has been busy lately. The holidays are always crazy but we decided to take the kids on their first cruise two weeks before Christmas and even though I wouldn’t trade hearing that toddler laughter in our rented golf cart all around Catalina island for anything in the world, I feel like I’ve been playing catch up ever since we got back....

It’s a kid-friendly recipe that is easy to make, flavorsome, and perfect for everyone in the family! No oven? No problem! You can make this Indian fusion pizza right on a pan/griddle too! You can also swap out the pizza base with Naan or pita bread to make this pizza. What’s not to love about pizza made with a homemade pizza crust and a delicious paneer tikka topping? This paneer pizza has now become our family’s favorite meal....

When the potatoes were steaming and freshly mashed, I added a generous sprinkling of the spices that were still on the counter from the pork roast. We all really liked these potatoes and they were an awesome match for the juicy herb rubbed pork roast. Rich with butter and cream, aromatic and seasoned very simply with salt, pepper and thyme. These thyme potatoes were simply delicious. Mashed potatoes are always a favorite for our family, but this was a step above the average....

Have you looked at a dessert and said: wow! I wish I could make that but it has eggs. Well, now you can. If you replace the regular egg-based vanilla pastry cream with this eggless version. Compared to the classic vanilla pastry cream made that is made with egg yolks, this one is also less on the calories and more healthy. So you can indulge in a healthier dessert without losing any of the silky smooth goodness....

Look no further for the BEST au gratin potatoes recipe! Perfectly creamy, cheesy and flavorful, this recipe continually gets rave reviews and is destined to become your go-to from now on! One of the cardinal rules of good potatoes au gratin is that it cannot be dry. The cheesy cream sauce needs to ooze out. Not run out all over the plate in a big wet mess, but just slowly oooooze out....

Can’t get enough? Try my Easy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Cream Cheese Lemon Crumb Cake, or my Snickerdoodle Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches. For more delicious no-bake recipes, head on over to my popular posts for Copycat Reese’s Creamy Peanut Butter Eggs, Easy 4 Ingredients Soft Caramels, and No Bake Frozen Peanut Butter Pie. I love me some cheesecake. But I hate the time it takes to bake it. I’ve seen recipes that require a water bath, close watching of the baking process, adding foil tents if it starts to burn… I mean, I love cheesecake but not THAT much....