Oct 29, 2010 Pumpkins baked in cheesecakes, spaghetti squash shredded under a hearty marinara sauce, those lovely acorn squashes hollowed out and filled with butter and brown sugar to roast, butternut squash in soup or in ravioli with brown butter and sage – the possibilities, both sweet and savoury, are delightful and seemingly endless. One of my most favourite applications for pumpkin is to bake it up in a batch of hearty pumpkin muffins....
Ratatouille recipes traditionally call for a long, slow simmer. In this weeknight-friendly version, I’ve adapted the classic recipe using a very simple technique. I quickly boil the stew for 5 minutes, then I gently simmer until the vegetables are nice and soft but still maintain their shape. As an added bonus, you only have to wash one pot! What’s best: it’s even better the next day. Freeze a big batch to brighten your January with summer’s best flavors....
Rava Dosa does not need long fermenting hours like the traditional dosa batter and hence it is almost instant. Rava Dosa batter does not need more than 15 minutes of resting and hence comes as a rescue for quick breakfast or dinner. What is Rava Dosa? Rava Dosa is a thin, crispy crepe prepared by mixing rava or sooji, flour, spices & herbs with water to form a runny batter and then cooking it in tawa until crisp....
Mar 16, 2017 I had my first sip in a Persian friend’s kitchen during my second year of university. I’d just moved to Vancouver from the opposite coast, and I didn’t really know anyone. In one of my enormous, overwhelmingly populated classes, I often sat near a girl named Fariba. We’d discuss notes and assignments in passing, and after a few brief chats, she invited me over to her home for tea....
You can quickly see the draw to this paprika chicken recipe, can’t you? First, it’s roast chicken, you know, with deep golden skin. Then, perfectly tender autumn veggies around. And all in one sheet pan! It all begins with simply seasoning the chicken with salt and letting it be for a bit, allowing the flavoring process to begin. And while that takes place, we go to work on the rest....
Snap peas serve as the base of this vegetable salad, where I mix in lightly steamed green beans, earthy toasted walnuts, chunks of briny feta, peppery arugula, and generous amounts of parsley and mint. I sprinkle the whole thing with crispy quinoa to give it that addictive crunch. The crispy quinoa is ridiculously easy to make and even more fun to eat. It’s like toasted breadcrumbs but healthier, gluten-free, and just as hard to resist....
Dec 14, 2014 Everything is eaten with the hands – for the experienced, it can be done with class. For me, dining resembles a starving monkey’s first encounter with human food. Actually, it puts me exactly on the same eating skill level as my toddler – with every handful of soupy lentils I rush to my open mouth, half gets in – the rest is splattered over my shirt, the table, the floor, etc....
This spaghetti pie recipe is a cross between pasta frittata and a rigatoni pie. It’s a deep dish pasta pie situation the whole family will love! First, you get to upgrade leftover spaghetti, which is always a win in my book, and second it’s a sneaky way to get a bunch of veggies in your diet, which counts as another win. Two wins with one dinner? Yes, please! Don’t get me wrong: I love a big bowl of leftover spaghetti....
This recipe makes steamed Idli in the Instant Pot. Idli is typically enjoyed with sambar and chutney. This combination has rightly been touted as one of the most nutritious indian breakfast. Being a north indian and not growing up making idli’s from scratch at home, I used to have a hard time getting the batter right. Sometimes it would not ferment and rise enough. But guess what…the instant pot comes to the rescue here too....
Strawberry milkshake can be made in many ways. I have given 2 ways one is the classic shake with strawberries and milk and another is a vegan option with almond milk. About Strawberry Milkshake Strawberry Milkshake is a cool delicious shake with the addition of fresh strawberries, milk and ice cream for the richness and creaminess. This is one drink you will crave for as its sweet, tasty and perfect especially for summer....
Thenkuzhal Murukku is my favorite since childhood especially pacha murukku(half cooked murukku). I’m sure everyone is busy with diwali preparations, shopping etc. This is one murukku recipe that even beginners can try as its quick and easy to make with easily available ingredients in the pantry. What is Thenkuzhal Murukku? ‘Then’ in tamil means honey and ‘kuzhal’ means straw. Thenkuzhal murukku is light, crispy and has a hole in the center....
Who doesn’t love a good tikka masala? This vegan variation of tikka masala is so delicious, you will think you have been transported to a fancy Indian restaurant. My family loves tofu; there are so many good recipes, such as kung pao tofu, palak tofu, panang curry, and broccoli tofu stir fry. So I created this tofu tikka masala recipe as my kids have been super enjoying tikka masala these days....
Instant Pot Asparagus Soup is a quick and nutritious soup to enjoy during spring! An Instant Pot takes so much of the work out of cooking; this soup is no exception. If you love my cream of broccoli soup, you will love this cream of asparagus soup too! I love to get a large pack of Asparagus from Costco so that we can enjoy it multiple times throughout the week....
I wanted to start the new year by making it easy for my family to eat healthy, home-cooked meals. This meal plan can help us stay on track with our health and well-being goals. And I feel it is possible to stay on track with the help of the Instant Pot! Importance of meal planning Let’s put it out there….Meal planning is hard! However, it is also a lifesaver if done well....
Microwave eggs? I recently tried cooking eggs in the microwave, inspired by Elise Bower over at Simply Recipes. To my surprise, they turned out great–extra fluffy too! To be clear, if I’m making eggs for the whole family, I would not do use the microwave because it would not make sense to make an egg casserole or a vegetable frittata to feed a crowd in the microwave. But, if you need a quick omelet for one, this recipe for veggie mug omelet may come in handy....
Zucchini! A staple Mediterranean diet ingredient, zucchini boasts some great benefits. It is high in antioxidants, rich in nutrients and vitamins, and because of its high water and fiber content, it also promotes healthy digestion by reducing your risk of constipation. Right around mid-July, gardens and markets are abundant with zucchini, and if you’re one of the lucky ones who ended up with a few too many zucchinis, it’s time to put them to good use!...
Aamras is nothing but sweetened mango pulp with mild flavourings from saffron and cardamom. As the mango season is going to end, I wanted to try this easy and yummy dish. It can be served as dessert or as a sidedish for Poori. About Aamras ‘Aam’ means Mango and ‘Ras’ means juice so aamras is nothing but mango juice. Traditional aamras is served chilled with poori but can be served as a standalone dessert too....
Once you have these spices the other ingredients and ground spices are pretty basic and you probably already have them in your pantry. 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 Served with cumin rice or steamed basmati rice and a side of warm parathas to wipe up the curry sauce, this Achari Murgh (Pickled Chicken Curry) is a must-try....
Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta is made by cooking pasta separately then blending it along with a sauce made with butter, garlic, mild spices, cream and Parmesan cheese. As it is loaded with cream and cheese this pasta is so rich and tastes so delicious. What is Alfredo Pasta? Alfredo Pasta is a creamy and rich Italian pasta dish made with minimal ingredients. Alfredo sauce is made with butter, garlic, spices, cream and Parmesan cheese and is one of the popular sauces....
These apple empanadas come from my time living in Barcelona when I made it my mission to eat my way through every variety of pastry in the cases of my neighborhood cafes. One day, next to the savory beef and tuna empanadillas, a small collection of sweet empanadas caught my eye. It had never occurred to me to make sweet empanadas! I quickly recognized their similarity to apple hand pies and turnovers, so I embraced my favorite afternoon snack’s sweet variety....
