Dec 15, 2017, Updated Sep 29, 2022 Mulled wine is one of my favourite Christmas drinks (maybe even my most favourite). It’s hot, spiced, and irresistibly festive. Best of all, it serves a crowd with minimal effort. It has become my signature cocktail this holiday season. I am hosting four dinner parties this week and I’m making it for all of them. That’s actually a great entertaining tip – picking a signature cocktail for a season....

A few weeks ago, we talked about my favorite Mediterranean pantry staple, and the one ingredient I reach for daily: extra virgin olive oil (EVOO for short). One of the biggest questions people ask is whether they can cook with olive oil. Let’s dive a bit deeper into some common concerns specifically around cooking with olive oil, as well as reasons why extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is both safe to cook with and my cooking oil of choice....

Be sure to check out my tips and watch the video for how to make this crustless quiche recipe toward the bottom of this post! What is Crustless Quiche? I have a big love relationship with healthy quiche, and in particular, crustless quiche. Think of crustless quiche as egg bake or egg casserole that’s a bit lighter than quiche because, aside from not including a heavy crust, you can use milk as opposed to heavy cream....

One of my favorite ways to prepare butternut squash is simply cubed and roasted. All you really need is a simple drizzle of excellent extra virgin olive oil, and a pinch or two of salt and favorite spices. This easy butternut squash recipe builds on this simple idea. Why this easy butternut squash recipe works In this healthy butternut squash recipe, roasted butternut squash cubes are augmented with a couple of superfoods, lentils and quinoa....

Read through for important tips and watch the video for how to make eggplant lasgana below! I love classic lasagna as much as the next person, but I’m all for a fun twist on old favorites–from lasagna soup to lasagna roll ups to this eggplant lasagna! The gist: this vegetarian eggplant lasagna carries all the comforting Italian flavors we love–complete with layers of a flavor-packed cheese mixture with spinach and fresh herbs + red pasta sauce (you can use store-bought marinara for a shortcut, or try my homemade spaghetti sauce)....

If you are a hummus lover, then this tahini paste is one ingredient you want to have prepped in your refrigerator. Of course, you can buy tahini from the store. But trust me, it is so much cheaper and better when made at home. Not to mention, it is easy to make and hardly takes much time. However, if you are still keen to buy Tahini, I would like Trader Joe’s Tahini the best....

This pineapple mango salsa is packed with tropical flavors; it has a perfect combination of sweetness and spiciness. Unlike regular salsas, where you put all the ingredients in the food processor and make them. In this salsa, you just dice the ingredients into small bites and mix them together. It is similar to a pineapple pico de Gallo. Add Pineapple Mango Salsa to your meal for a tropical, tangy side that pairs wonderfully with Pear Juice....

Apr 28, 2023, Updated Aug 15, 2024 How to Serve it Your seafood pasta is ready; now it’s time to serve it with flair. This cream sauce for pasta of any kind is soooo easy and delicious that I have been making it on repeat for months. It consists of butter, cream and a combination of two cheeses that thicken the sauce beautifully with a subtle milky, nutty flavour. It’s as easy as boiling water....

Note: This post from June 2017 was updated in May 2019 with new photos, step-by-step recipe photos, and a new video. Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Minstry of Curry Easy weeknight dinner I’m all about cooking meals my boys love that don’t take a ton of time or energy....

Pin Elai Kozhukattai is traditional kozhukattai recipe that you can make for Ganesh Chaturthi.I wanted to post this last year itself but somehow it got missed, so the first kozhukattai I planned to post for this Ganesh Chaturthi is this Elai Kozhukattai.It is more like our pooranam kozhukattai / modakam but the method of making is slightly different, banana leaf gives a unique flavour to this kozhukattai. 40 GANESH CHATURTHI RECIPES COLLECTION Pin If you have any more questions about this Elai Kozhukattai Recipe do mail me at [email protected]....

Ellu Urundai is one simple laddu we usually make on vinayagar chaturthi. This recipe for ellu urundai is quite easy to make and gets done in few minutes if you have the ingredients in hand.With just 2 ingredients you cab make this easy and delicious laddu. About Ellu Urundai Ellu urundai is a simple laddu made using just 2 basic ingredients available in your kitchen. Roast sesame seeds until it pops out and a nutty aroma comes, switch off and cool down....

Foul mudammas, pronounced “fool mudammas,” is a popular vegan dish throughout the Middle East and the Levant, but it is actually considered Egypt’s national dish. Along with falafel and koshari, foul mudammas–also known as ful medames–is the daily grub of the Egyptian people. A humble but tasty vegan meal made of fava beans and served for late breakfast, lunch or even dinner. Growing up, my family often had little meals of falafel and foul (short for foul mudammas) dinners....

I grew up eating according to the Mediterranean Diet where lively salads and fresh vegetables are always on the table. Though this Grilled Romaine Salad isn’t explicitly Mediterranean, it speaks to the core principles of the Mediterranean way of life. It uses whole, fresh vegetables, boasts loads of flavor, and is large enough to share! Grilled romaine retains its crunchy core, but has a delicate char that gives this salad recipe a grown-up feel....

Gur Makhana isan easy and quick snack to munch.I always make sweet popcorn using jaggery so wanted to try the same using makhana too and it came out soo good. I made it a bit chewy and crunchy this time as mittu likes it that way.Check my notes for variations. This sweet jaggery makhana will sure be a addict for kids actually I loved it myself. Recipe Index Pin If you have any more questions about this Gur Makhana Recipe do mail me at [email protected]....

Jul 05, 2016, Updated Apr 27, 2023 The situation is this: summer is happening. It really is. I don’t know how it became July, but it is upon us and I am doing my best to pump the brakes and have more fun. Which means, for me, saying no to stuff. A lot of stuff. Projects, media events, social stuff. Watching the news at night. No, no, no and big fat no....

I have shared all the things I love, so you don’t have to spend the time looking for gifts. This guide is focused on gifts for home chefs and bakers! I hope this list will make gift searching easier for you 🙂 Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) – As you know, I am a big fan of the Instant Pot. I use my Instant Pot almost every day, and it has made cooking so much easier for me....

This brownie recipe is so easy to make from scratch in the instant pot. These are the most moist, dense and rich brownies that you will probably ever have. This is the reason we love them. Even a little piece of this brownie goes a long way. These brownies are a chocoholics dream come true! I first tried these brownies on Valentines day in 2019 and shared on my instagram stories....

Chinagrass jelly custard recipe with step by step pictures.Eid / Iftar special jelly custard recipe. As its ramadan month thought to post this easy dessert, both kids and elders can enjoy.I have already made jelly custard long back but this time wanted to try with china grass so here is the recipe. Pin If you have any more questions about this Jelly Custard Recipe do mail me at [email protected]....

Kadamba Chutney – I saw this easy chutney in my chettinad cookbook so wanted to give it a try.Usually I look for different chutney recipes or sidedish for idli dosa and this one was different from the usual chutneys.Kadambam in tamil means mixed so this chutney had a mix of ingredients and it is so flavourful. This Kadamba Chutney goes well with idli,dosa pongal etc.Actually I had the leftovers with chapthi too and it was soo good....

This Mediterranean sauce is now popular all over the world. It packs a punch in its flavor and is a simple sauce that comes together quickly with pantry ingredients. The base for this sauce is a tahini paste made with just 2 ingredients – sesame seeds and oil. For the tahini sauce, we add lemon, garlic, maple or agave, cumin powder, and salt. It is a versatile sauce that can be used as a tahini dip for veggies....