Antipasto salad is an appetizer-meets-salad situation with so many talents. First and foremost it’s a sure hit! Everyone loves antipasto, from skewers, sandwiches, platters—you name it. It’s hard to top the perfect combination of savory Italian charcuterie, fresh tomatoes, crisp and spicy pickles, briny olives, tangy artichoke hearts, and creamy cheeses. Second, the simple Italian salad gives you so much vibrant flavor, color, and texture and you barely have to do anything—it’s mostly just opening a few jars and whisking together an easy Dijon vinaigrette....

Beetroot stir fry or beetroot poriyal is one of my favorite ways to eat beetroots. Not all at home are fond of beetroot but I just love beetroot in any form especially this poriyal. About Beetroot Poriyal Beetroot Poriyal is made using beetroot, onion, coconut, spices and herbs as main ingredients. Beetroot poriyal is a simple stir fry made with beetroots cooked with onion and tempering spices with the addition of coconut....

A classic Tuscan bread salad, panzanella is made of ripe tomatoes, dried Italian bread, and a simple tangy dressing. But for something so simple as bread and tomatoes, panzanella salad is one surprisingly complex and delightful summer dish, and one of my favorite things to make with tomatoes. As much as tomatoes seem like the star of this salad, my Italian friends will say that panzanella is not another tomato salad with some bread croutons; it’s a bread salad that can be made with tomatoes or any other vegetables (although I stick with the classic tomatoes in this panzanella recipe)....

Pin Making Boondi ladoo is like a dream come true for me. Yes it took me 2 long yrs to convince myself to try this boondi ladoo. I felt proud and contented when the boondis holded together as ladoos as that was the major part I was concerned and worried about.I patted my back when amma said its perfect!! I got this recipe from my neighbour who is an expert in making ladoos....

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so skipping / eating less makes us tired easily. So presenting here 25 easy, quick and healthy kids breakfast ideas. Here I have shared mostly Indian breakfast ideas along with few other ideas too. About Breakfast Recipes The word “breakfast” literally means “to break overnight fast” from the night before. Breakfast is one of the most important meal of the day which is usually had in the morning....

Broiled salmon is part of the weekly rotation at my house and for good reason. It’s easy to make, comes together in minutes and perfect for weeknights with busy schedules. For this recipe, just pick up skin-on salmon filets from the market and season them with salt, pepper and lemon zest, then pop the salmon under the broiler for 6 to 8 minutes. You can stop there, or make this Greek Ladolemono Dressing to pour over the top....

Jan 19, 2016, Updated Feb 12, 2024 Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce Recipe I just wanted to stick my face in a bowl of this butternut squash pasta sauce and motorboat. Chewy fettuccine smothered in a rich sauce, which is comforting and flavourful, and actually tippy-toes tentatively toward healthy compared to traditional Alfredo. Pureed squash and chicken broth replace most of the butter and cream, but don’t let that deter you....

Carrot beans thoran recipe a kerala style stir fry with the combination of carrot and beans.A quick and easy Kerala special sidedish for rice with coconut oil flavor, tastes soo good. I often make carrot beans stir fry but this thoran is slightly different from my usual recipe. Check out more onam sadhya recipes Pin If you have any more questions about this Carrot Beans Thoran Recipe do mail me at [email protected]....

I always prefer giving homemade foods than buying packed ones especially when you are introducing solids to babies. Also when you make it for your baby the happiness doubles and you get the satisfaction of feeding homemade food. Gugu loves homemade cerelac which I fed him often even at home till 1 year. Remember mothers feed is the best and its always good to exclusively breastfeed babies till 6 months then start with other food....

Chakka Pradhaman is a traditional payasam or pudding of Kerala made with jackfruit. Now let us learn how to make Chakka Pradhaman with step by step pictures. About Chakka Pradhaman Chakka Pradhaman is a Kerala special payasam made for Onam in Sadya menu. Usually this chakka pradhaman is prepared using chakka varatti (jack fruit jam) but I’ve done this with fresh jackfruit as I didnt get chakka varatti here. Pradhaman basically is payasam prepared with coconut milk, except pradhamans like Palada Pradhaman which is made with dairy milk....

Nov 07, 2016, Updated Jun 13, 2023 But first, let me tell that whoever invented daylight savings time should be given a toddler and a punch in the face. Instead of waking up in sunlight, rested from gaining an hour, parents everywhere simply continue to wake up in the dark at the same time, at the insistence of little ones. Except now, their phones say 4:30 am instead of 5:30 am and the kids are super cranky all day because you put them to bed at the new time hoping they’d sleep in....

Over the past year, I’ve met so many people who share a passion for food. I’ve learned a lot from talented home chefs and bloggers, and I absolutely love the fascinating conversations about food, cultures, recipe development, cooking techniques, and tools. The list goes on! The best part of being a food blogger is this incredible journey and the wonderful people I’ve met along the way. Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox....

Inspiration This chickpea biryani recipe is inspired by one of my favorite bloggers, Annika. I love that she uses very few spices that are easy to find: fresh ginger and garlic, turmeric, Kashmiri red chili powder, and garam masala. 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 I am excited to share my version of the Chickpea Biryani using the Instant Pot pressure cooker and a few of my favorite whole spices....

This is not your average grilled corn salad! While many corn salad recipes take a creamy, super-sweet approach, I like to let the grilled corn‘s perfectly savory charred flavor do most of the talking. And I add a few surprises of course! Fresh ginger plays on the sweetness of the corn while adding a peppery kick. Warming cumin brings a savory depth, further balancing the sweetness of the corn. Cucumber adds a cooling quality, and dill and cilantro (or parsley) adds an extra refreshing note....

Apr 28, 2023, Updated Oct 17, 2024 Why You’ll Love This Creamy Mushroom Pappardelle This creamy mushroom pappardelle is rich and indulgent, making it the perfect comfort food for a cozy night, thanks to all its savory goodness. Guys, it’s a 30-minute dish – perfect for mid-week mayhem. You can add various vegetables, herbs, or proteins to this dish to make it your own and adapt it to your taste....

Oct 15, 2024 My kids loooove macaroni and cheese. This has the same coziness and creaminess (and even the same colour), but is packed with veggie puree. Here’s What You Need To make this creamy pumpkin pasta sauce, you’ll need basic pantry staples that you probably already have on hand: Pasta: I like using rigatoni for this dish because its ridges hold onto the sauce beautifully. But honestly, any pasta will work—penne, fusilli, or even spaghetti....

For an easy, complete breakfast, try whipping up a sheet pan of these crispy baked hash browns and serve them alongside oven-baked eggs. I mean, why spend time standing over a hot stove when you can visit with friends and family while sipping on Greek shaken espresso?Plus, pan-fried hash browns can get soggy quickly and leave your stove a mess, this oven-baked version turns out perfect every time, which makes it great for feeding a crowd....

Whole roast chicken is one of those comforting meals every home cook should be able to make. But I’ll be first to admit, when it comes to roasting the entire bird whole, achieving perfection can be tricky. One of the common problems people run into with whole roasted chicken is that, often times, the chicken breasts dry out before the legs come up to appropriate temperature. While you can just cut up a whole chicken before roasting like I do in my chicken marbella recipe, there’s another answer to this pesky problem: Spatchcock!...

I haven’t tasted cutting chai but have heard and seen many times so wanted to try it but was waiting to buy these glasses.I got these glasses few years back and used it for many desserts here. finally here I am with the cutting chai in the traditional glass. What is Cutting Chai? Cutting Chai is very popular in Mumbai, the word ‘cutting’ means half a portion of tea/chai. The glass itself is small and only half a portion is being served, it is being served in a special glass named cutting chai glasses....

This is a restaurant-style chicken curry. What better than enjoying it in the comfort of your home on a weeknight? It takes 30 minutes to make this Chicken Korma in the Instant Pot (with a bit of marination prep). Watch How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Korma What is Korma? Korma is a dish rooted in the Mughlai cuisine of the Indian subcontinent. It is a mildly spiced Indian curry dish of meat, fish, or vegetables marinated in yogurt or cream and spices, then finished with almonds, cashews, or other nuts to make a thick, creamy sauce....