What is puttanesca? Sugo alla puttanesca (or puttanesca sauce) is a Neapolitan pasta sauce dating back to the early 20th century, made with pantry staples like tomatoes, garlic, anchovies, olives and/or capers. The word “puttanesca” literally translates to, “in the style of the prostitute,” pointing to one of the theories of how this tangy sauce was invented by prostitutes to entice and lure potential clients in with its bold aroma. Tell me, are you blushing?...

This tomato chicken recipe was inspired by the many one-dish chicken dinners that came before it. I love roasting chicken thighs with something to soak up all the flavor—be it potatoes, orzo, rice, or couscous. And what’s not to love? It’s simple to prepare, doesn’t compromise on flavor, and minimizes the kitchen tidy-up after a glorious feast!To build the flavor, I rub the thighs with a warming baharat spice blend and turmeric, then roast them on a bed of pearl couscous and vegetables....

Uppu Seedai is a crispy snack made for Gokulashtami or Krishna Jayanthi festival. Though we prepare other offerings like aval, butter and murukku for Krishna Jayanthi – Seedai is one of the integral part of Gokulashtami so don’t miss making and enjoying it. About Uppu Seedai Uppu Seedai also known as Uppu Cheedai is a crispy and crunchy snack made for Gokulashtami festival. Seedai in tamil is also called as Cheedai and is one important dish made for Krishnar Jayanthi from the Iyengar cuisine....

Jan 19, 2009 That being said, a quarter-century of Sundays and my eye started wandering away from my apple crisp hugs, and I landed in the arms of another, bolder and more exciting crisp… with sweet cherries… and almonds. Cherry crisp is like the best of cherry pie meeting the best of apple crisp. The cherries release lots of juice, making a thick, rich, delicious filling. The addition of sliced almonds to the topping is perfection....

From creamy curries to crispy pakoras and rice dishes, these recipes showcase the versatility of spinach in Indian recipes. Take your taste buds on a flavorful adventure and enjoy these delicious and healthy spinach recipes from India! Palak Paneer Palak Paneer is one of the most popular dishes from North India. It is made with spinach and firm Indian cottage cheese, cooked with ginger, garlic, onions, and aromatic spices. It is amazing served with roti or naan....

A lighter and easier “French onion chicken” Remember my uncle Samy, I told you about his iconic Egyptian fried boiled eggs earlier (so worth a try, by the way). Well, another signature dish of his is this simple onion chicken made with just 5 ingredients! The gist: An easy skillet chicken recipe with loads of sweet, perfectly caramelized onions. He keeps the seasoning very simple–a good dash of salt, that’s it!...

Almond Shortbread Cookies is one of the easiest cookie you can bake for this festive season.It is just like shortbread cookies with almond flavour.As mittu is fond of shortbread cookies, I make it every now and then.And the fact that these cookies come out well even without any rising agents like baking powder and soda, pushes me to try different varieties of them. The dough can be stored in the fridge,you can bake them whenever needed....

Avial is one of the main dish in Sadya Lunch Menu. Avial pairs up well with rice and is a popular combo with Adai. Avial is popular in South India and is quite commonly made on festive days, marriages and at home for a grand lunch. About Avial Avial means steamed and specifically mean steamed vegetable side dish in curry form. Avial is made by cooking different veggies along with coconut, cumin seeds, green chili mixture then mixed with thick curd and finally seasoned with coconut oil and curry leaves....

If you’ve had shawarma or gyros, then you’re likely familiar with doner kebab (or, more accurately, döner kebab)! Döner kebabs date all the way back to the 19th century Ottoman Empire. Today, they are a popular Turkish street food with many delicious variations throughout the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East (and even in Berlin, Germany)! I had a taste of these delicious Turkish kebabs in Istanbul a few years ago, and I’ve been hooked ever since!...

Jun 29, 2018 A Dutch Baby is basically a giant, puffy pancake big enough for sharing. Perfect for long-weekend breakfasting – because here we are already at the Canada Day holiday. HOW? It’s 16ºC and raining in Vancouver, so I struggle to believe it’s almost July. Dutch Baby batter is very similar to a crepe batter, but with a pour and bake method it’s so much easier to cook than actual crepes (which involve hovering over a stove, flipping individual paper-thin circles without tearing or burning them)....

Pin Christmas Bon Bons a rich chocolatey treat that you can make during this festive season.Bon bons are traditionally made using christmas pudding but you can replace it with chocolate cake too, yes that’s what I did.These Christmas Bon Bons tastes so delicious, with minimal effort you can make these chocolatey goodness and it looks pretty too.Just baking the cake takes time others is just putting together. It has a deep chocolate flavour from the chocolate cake and melted chocolate, its sure a treat to kids and to us too 🙂 I used moist chocolate cake and the bon bons came out so tasty that it got over in few mins....

I’ve been making breakfast strata recipes in one form or another for the better part of 20 years. These layered egg casseroles are easy to make, easy to adapt to what you have on hand, perfect for meal prepping, and are the ultimate one-pan meals. For this strata recipe, I layered crusty bread (my favorite is sourdough, but really any will do), prosciutto, roasted red peppers, chevre and parmesan cheeses, eggs and milk with some Italian seasoning tossed in for good measure....

I used my Ultra pressure pan to make this kurma as it was easy and messfree too. Pin If you have any more questions about this Butter Beans Kurma Recipe do mail me at [email protected]. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Youtube and Twitter . Tried this ? Do let me know how you liked it. Also tag us on Instagram @sharmispassions and hash tag it on #sharmispassions....

Butterscotch Falooda Recipe with step by step photos.As I’ve already mentioned our family loves butterscotch flavour so much so wanted to try butterscotch falooda and as expected we thoroughly enjoyed it. Butterscotch falooda is very easy just like other falooda recipes just that it has butterscotch flavour.Rich and delicious Butterscotch Falooda Recipe just for you! Pin Find the ingredients below for butterscotch falooda recipe:milk,butterscotch chips,butterscotch sauce,butterscotch essence,butterscotch icecream along with semiya and sabja seeds....

Candying fresh fruit in sugar is a centuries-old tradition, once used to preserve the fruit beyond its short-lived season. Historically, the cost of sugar relegated candied orange peels (or other kinds of candied fruit) to special occasions like holidays, either on their own or added to celebratory breads like Easter bread, fruit cake, or king’s cake. In this candied orange peel recipe, the citrus peels are boiled to reduce bitterness from the pith....

Though I make chana biryani often this chana pulao is always my quick fix whenever I am pressed for time. This is a perfect lunchbox recipe too, do try this easy pulao recipe. We had it vegetable kurma and sweet lassi…it was a satisfying lunch. Pin If you have any more questions about this Chana Pulao Recipe do mail me at [email protected]. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest ,Youtube and Twitter ....

Unless we were neighbors in Egypt or around the Levant, I’d bet good money this freekeh soup is unlike any chicken soup you’ve had before! Freekeh, an ancient grain made from smoked wheat stocks, brings so much to the table. Along with its satisfying springy texture, its smoky flavor adds a deeply savory note—not to mention this whole grain is chock-full of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. I adapted this simple recipe from the vegan black-eyed pea soup on page 144 of my first cookbook....

I believe that to make a salad you actually want to eat you can’t be shy: you need a bold amount of color, freshness, and texture. This chickpea salad sandwich is no different! I would happily eat the delicious filling by the spoonful, but tucked between freshly toasted whole grain bread this vegan chickpea salad is a downright treat. I like to mash the chickpeas so they get a bit creamy and hold together nicely....

As I’ve worked hard since September for all the festive shoots 😉 , I am leisurely taking a break from clicking so the posts are coming from the drafts that I had clicked earlier.I have a handful of baking recipes so this is the right time to post cakes and cookies as Christmas is nearing…May be few weeks later will start clicking,will come back with a fresh set of styling and pictures hopefully 🙂 Pin If you have any more questions about this Coconut Cookies Recipe do mail me at [email protected]....

More upma recipes Pin If you have any more questions about this coconut poha do mail me at [email protected]. In addition, follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest ,Youtube and Twitter . Tried this coconut poha ? Do let me know how you liked it. Also tag us on Instagram @sharmispassions and hash tag it on #sharmispassions. 📖 Recipe Card How to make Coconut Poha Serve hot with coconut chutney or any chutney of your choice!...