Fun FOOD Frolic

Not only are plantains a good source of fiber, potassium, and magnesium, but they’re also undeniably delicious and extremely versatile. In fact, you can prepare them in so many different ways, from simple baked and fried treats like plantain chips and tostones to saucy plantain stews; the options are endless. My favorite would be Sweet Plantain Hash and Eggs and Pastelón. Although, Baked Plantain Frittata competes pretty well for the top spot, too....

From simple fried snacks, salads, soups, to casseroles, the addition of corn makes every dish extra indulging. You can either go buy those that are still on the cob or go the easier route with the canned ones. I won’t judge! So if you think you’ve had enough corn recipes in your life, well, today’s collection will make you think twice. So let’s get going! Corn Casserole Recipes Scalloped Corn This delectable corn casserole side dish is so good that it’ll be gone in 60 seconds!...

Creme eggs are a total “absence makes the heart grow fonder” for me. I don’t actually love them or even like them for 10 months of the year. What’s there to love? Sickly sweet, fondanty filling. Meh. Then, in March every year. I cannot stop myself from compulsively buying them whenever I see them (which is a lot). Which of course led to my No Bake Creme Egg Cheesecake Recipe....

In the West, Groundnuts are almost invariably eaten as snack, mixed into salads, or transformed into peanut butter paste. However, in Africa, this nut has been an important source of food for centuries –and it is used in a number of different ways-throughout the continent depending on the region-a little goes a long way. The most common use is to flavor sauces, soups or add thickness any meal. In West Africa, It is used to make this hearty stew – a rich stew with a tempting combination of flavors – garlic, ginger, herbs and of course a little bit of spice....

If you are anything like me, you are already thinking about bird day. How will you season your oven roasted turkey? What Thanksgiving sides will you make? …Does Thanksgiving dinner have to be the same old thing you make every year? I say no. At least, not quite. I’m not suggesting you cause chaos by serving lasagna on Thanksgiving. But what about taking the standard Thanksgiving dishes and give them a saucy makeover?...

You know what’s challenging? Making a salad that is tasty, quick, filling and healthy. And for me it always starts with avocado I always have a bunch of them hanging around. Then you have beans – Love beans! How can you not love beans? Especially Fiber rich white beans. In my household, we eat avocados with everything I mean EVERYTHING. So when am making a late dinner for the family and I want to serve something light, like a salad, without any other adornments....

Recipe card What is Masala Puri? Masala puri chaat is a famous Bangalore and Karnataka street-style chaat recipe where the green peas curry is poured over the crushed puris and garnished with dates chutney, mint chutney, onion, tomato, sev, and chaat masala. Check out more Indian street food recipes and evening snacks. Ingredients Green peas: Use dried green peas for an authentic taste. For Mumbai-style masala puri, white peas can be used....

Barley Soup For Chilly Nights What’s for dinner tonight? How about Vegetable Beef Barley Soup simmering on the stovetop! There are nights only a big steaming pot of soup will do. Cool nights. Nights darkened by early sunsets. Nights you want to sit by the fire with a cup of soup in hand, and a loved one by your side. Our Beef Barley Soup Recipe is just the sort of soup to serve on brisk evenings....

Tripe is one of those foods that people seem to either love or hate. Personally, I’m 100% in the “lovin’ it” category because tripe was a staple in my home while I was growing up. We would grill it, fry it, or serve it in soups or stews. And don’t worry about nutrition, because this nourishing stew is good for your family. Even better is how economical it is. Hey, you already know soul food is good for you and your budget....

Why We Love Ham Salad Around here we are BIG fans of cold, no-cook, not-lettuce-based salads in the summertime. Classics like chicken salad, potato salad, tuna salad, pasta salad – and now – our Ham Salad recipe, are all dishes you’re sure to see at any true Southern potluck or picnic! This classic deli salad includes chopped precooked ham with thinly sliced celery, shaved onion, tangy pickle relish, and just the right amount of fresh dill....

Desserts served at dinner parties are similar to the climax scenes in spectacular movies. I have covered everything from classic pumpkin pie to cakes, cookies, bars, tarts, crisps, pudding, and some unique holiday-themed desserts. It’s your turn now to pick your favorite dessert to give a perfect ending to your Thanksgiving feast. Jump to:Thanksgiving Pies & TartsCakesCookiesCrisps Bars & FudgeOther interesting holiday-themed dessertsMake Ahead & Store Thanksgiving DessertsRecipe cardBest Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes : Classic Pumpkin PieUser Reviews...

Recipe card Easy Mexican rice and black beans recipe This Mexican rice with black beans is one of the popular recipes on our blog and is loved and tried by many of our readers. The dish is so versatile that you can serve it with almost anything. Mexican rice is also called Spanish rice with black beans, red rice, arroz rojo, rice and black beans, etc. The secret to getting a nutty flavor is to saute the rice in butter or oil for the vegan version till it develops some color and then cook it....

Not only that, mac and cheese is also super easy to prepare. Add some broccoli, and you have a complete meal. Booyah! By the way, we’re making it from scratch, so forget about the boring boxed stuff. Yum!😍 Is it Hard to Make Mac and Cheese From Scratch? There’s no doubt we’ve all made store-bought boxed mac and cheese. Guilty! So I’m not judging. But let me tell you, it’s so making your own is so simple, and the results are ten times better, with no unpronounceable words in the ingredient list....

This Broccoli Pesto Pasta is one of my favourite food hacks. Why? Because it’s super easy to make and loaded with amazing fresh flavour (thanks to the basil and garlic) packed full of nutrition from the broccoli! easy to transform into a vegan and gluten-free dish Try my healthy, creamy broccoli soup, stir-fried broccoli, or the air fryer malai broccoli tikka if you love broccoli. It’s pretty amazing too! What we have here is a time-saving, healthy vegetarian meal!...

Candied Salmon My cooking style and culinary outlook have changed drastically over the years. Looking back, I remember coming home from work and spending hours in the kitchen, whisking, roasting, pureeing, bruleeing… learning. It was my hobby and my escape. As with all things I enjoy, I studied cookery. I was on a mission to prove something, if only to myself. My goal was always to create a masterpiece. After the birth of child number one, things changed....

If you ever ask me about my favourite vegetables, cauliflower will be in the TOP 5. I thought it was about time I brought a delicious cauliflower soup to your radar! Beautifully creamy with an elegant, near pure-white colour, it is also low-carb. Cauliflower Soup is perfect as a something-different first course for a dinner party or a cosy midweek dinner. It’s so versatile! It has a texture like potato soup when cooked, with a slightly more fibrous quality....

These delicious family-friendly Chicken Enchiladas are always a huge hit in our house, and that’s mainly because they’re super tasty and they’re also really easy to cook. I love how versatile we can make them – something I have discovered by adapting them into slow cooker versions – and here we’re making them with a recipe that works for both the oven and air fryer too. We can mix up our favourite fillings, make them with cooked chicken or cook it fresh, and we can make them up ahead of time so it saves time later in the day....

Dark meat is a favorite in many cuisines and particular a favorite of mine. It’s immense popularity and fabulous taste is often matched by its ease of preparation. In my culture, it is preferred over white meat. A huge drawback for me, it’s the amount of time it takes to get ready. Usually between 40- 45 minutes. Grrrr… How is that for a wait, when your stomach is rumbling? Coupled with the repeated echoes ” is dinner ready?...

You already know how much I love spice. Some time ago, I realized I didn’t have any chili powder after already starting to cook up a storm. Homemade to the rescue, and I’ve never looked back. You can customize this spice blend to suit your taste, whether you like it flame-throwing hot or mild, with or without salt, or whatever pleases you. Plus, you can be 100% sure it doesn’t contain additives because it’s homemade....

Winters are definitely for comfort food like this family-favorite here Chili Recipe. It’s a great comforting dish to lighten you up this season with its warm and earthy spices that are as pleasing as ever. Even my picky-eater would gladly chow down a bowl of this. Me?? ….I don’t care if I get to eat this every day. It’s so dang delicious, filling, and healthy! So I’m resharing this recipe for this new year with a video to finally convince you that this one is an absolute must-have, especially for this cold season....