For most South Asians, lentils are the ultimate comfort food! There’s nothing more soothing than a bowl of dal (or daal) with some Basmati Rice and Kachumber! I also love eating this Moong Masoor Daal as a side with some easy oven-baked seekh kabab, aloo keema (ground beef & potato curry), or some Bhindi Masala as a main. Why you’ll love this recipe Healthy - This Moong Masoor Daal, referred to as “The Secret Superfood” by Tasteofhome....

Jump to:What is Napoleon or Mille Feuille?Best dessert for any occasionPuff Pastry RecipesNapoleon Ingredients How to make the best Napoleon dessert or Mille Feuille French pastry?Pro Tips Recipe cardUser Reviews What is Napoleon or Mille Feuille? Traditionally Mille Feuille or Napoleon, which means a thousand sheets in French, is made up of three layers of puff pastry (pâte feuilletée) and two layers of pastry cream (crème pâtissière). The top layer of pastry is then topped with cream, icing, fondant, glaze, or your favorite nuts....

About the recipe Set Dosa is a popular breakfast recipe in the Mangalore Udupi region. The batter for set dosa is prepared using rice, urad dal, methi, poha, and salt. This Dosa gets its name - Set Dosa - because more than one Dosa is generally served on a plate in all restaurants. In the early days, four dosas were served in one plate, but as this was very filling and people could not finish the entire plate, they started ordering half set (2 dosas) Dosa....

The best part of this recipe is that you can make it without an oven. I love pastries, especially those with a flaky, crispy texture, and if you are following my blog daily, you already know my love for puff pastries. Some of the best puff pastry recipes that are tried and tested by my readers include: Puff pastry recipes collection KOUIGN AMANN - the world’s fattiest pastry! BUTTERY FLAKY CROISSANTS STRAWBERRY TURNOVERS PALMIERS (LITTLE HEARTS) PUFF SAMOSA VEG PUFF WITH PUFF PASTRY SHEETS I generally love to make pastries over the weekend because I feel it is time-consuming....

Why We Love This Fried Green Tomato Recipe When summer arrives I’ve only got one thing on my mind… Crunchy on the outside, soft and tangy on the inside, fried green tomatoes dunked in creamy dressing. There’s just something magical about sitting outside on a warm evening with a big, cold glass of sweet tea or lemonade, and biting into a perfectly crunchy fried green tomato. Even with a hearty crust the tomato inside stays fresh and vibrant, and simply melts in your mouth....

Also, check out Ganesh chaturthi recipes, Janmashtami recipes, and Navratri recipes. What is the meaning of gajbaje? Gajbaje means concoction (mixture of various ingredients). It is a flavorful curry made from seasonal vegetables, specially made during Krishna Janmashtami and Ganesh Chaturthi. Konkani Gajbaje This gajbaje is also known as ashtami gajbaje or chavthi gajbaje because of the number of ingredients that goes in. I have made gajbaje several times in the United States but with vegetables available in the fresh market....

We are down to few days before the holiday feast! And I know pretty sure how life has been too busy for most of us. So I’m popping in with this super easy to prep dish that you can include in your holiday meal or even on your regular weeknight meal. This easy Green Beans and Bacon is a great alternative to the ever popular holiday side Green Bean Casserole....

Why We Love This Grilled Vegetables Recipe The days are hot, the charcoal grill or gas grill is on, and summer is officially in full swing. Our family tends to spend a lot less time in the kitchen and more time outside these days. It is always so nice getting to take advantage of the warmer weather, and many of our favorite meals can be made on the grill while we enjoy the great outdoors....

As most of you already know, I am totally in love with special occasions. Whether it’s a holiday or just a spontaneous get-together, I know I have to prepare something delicious. I often prepare ham and cheese sliders and it hasn’t failed me yet. Today, I’m going to show you how you can repurpose your holiday ham (see my Brown Sugar Glazed Ham OR Pineapple Honey Baked Ham HERE) and serve it during post-Christmas gatherings or simply for lunch....

This is one of those days that my mouth craves for something comforting and hearty without too much work. Mac and cheese already became a Sunday routine here at home, so I went for these delicious chicken pot pies instead. Flaky on the top and bottom, then filled with creamy, chunky chicken and veggies in the middle. Exactly what I’m looking for! Homemade chicken pot pie is the best!!! There’s something irresistible with hot crusty pie loaded with a scrumptious filling....

This beloved condiment is the classic accompaniment to Roast Turkey at Christmas in the UK or Thanksgiving in the USA. While I’m all about making life simpler and taking shortcuts wherever possible, I assure you this Cranberry Sauce recipe is worth taking the time to make fresh. It’s so much tastier than from a jar and it’s incredibly easy to make. Leftovers also keep well in the fridge (perfect for turkey sandwiches!...

Homemade Pickles Pucker up for the Best Homemade Refrigerator Pickles we ever tried! These zesty garlic dills are quick and easy to make, and also pack a punch of flavor. It’s that time of year again. Fresh produce is in abundance. There is nothing better than fresh vegetables and fruit that have been allowed to ripen on the vine until they are at the peak of perfection. Sure, nowadays you can (almost) always find whatever you want at the grocery store, but the flavor is not always there when certain types of produce are out of season....

Why We Love This Copycat Chick-Fil-A Recipe Today (well, really, every day) we are paying homage to the elusive Chick-fil-A Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich… Of all the fabulous original chicken sandwich offerings Chick-fil-A makes, this specialty sandwich loaded with honey, pickled jalapeño peppers, and pimento cheese is my favorite. However, it’s not available at all Chick-fil-A restaurants at all times. You have to wait for it to come around again....

Bacon in the Oven I’ve got a quick trick to share with you today, How to Cook Bacon in the Oven. Bacon is nearly my favorite thing in the whole wide world. On a scale of importance, it pretty much goes God, Family, then Bacon. Therefore, this girl knows her bacon and how to cook it to perfection. So instead of cleaning up skillets and grease splatter all over the counter and stovetop, or worrying about grease burns, why not put your bacon in the oven?...

Why We Love This Tzatziki Sauce Recipe If we had to depict the whole of the Mediterranean by flavor, we would include tzatziki sauce dolloped inside a lamb gyro, and a salad topped with fresh feta and drizzled in olive oil straight from the vineyard. Is your mouth watering yet? If you answered yes, then this homemade Tzatziki Recipe is a must for you! Tzatziki Sauce is a perfect balance of cool cucumber, yummy yogurt, and delicious dill....

Lentils or dal are an excellent source of protein, and they are used almost daily in Indian cooking, from making dal, khichdi, payasam (kheer), and laddus. I will keep updating this post with different lentils and dals as and when I fill my pantry. Below are the dals that I use more frequently in my cooking. Sabut in Hindi means whole lentils. Whole lentils can be processed further by peeling the skin off (dehusked) and splitting them....

Most of you have been requesting a shredded chicken recipe. But because I love all of you, I made my skillet version HERE much easier this time with the help of an Instant Pot. Yes, you read it right. But just to share with you, the use of instant pot for this recipe is trickier than you think it is. I had several trials before I landed on a perfect recipe which resulted in this flavorful chicken breast dish that is tender to shred, but definitely not overcooked!...

Carrot Juice with Jamaican Pizzaz After finally convincing them to take a swig, I just love the expressions on their faces when they realize how delicious it is. Then it’s all over, and the entire pitcher is gone within minutes. One of them exclaimed, “You should bottle this and sell it!” I smiled and politely nodded while they drank away. Okay, I’m not going to profess this is a healthy treat–far from it, though carrots are good for you, right....

Sweet Rice Kesari Bath is a Konkani and Kannada term for sweet rice with saffron (sheera). It is also known as zarda pulao or meethe chawal. In Persian and Urdu, the word “zarda” means yellow. This is also known as saffron-infused rice pudding. In Konkani households, sweet rice is served as a meal dessert during auspicious occasions and festivals like Navratri and Diwali. It is also offered to god in the form of naivedyam at home and in temples during puja....

What is a keto diet? A low-carb, high-fat diet is popularly known as a ketogenic diet. The main goal of the keto diet is to put your body in a state of ketosis, which means the body uses fat instead of carb for fuel. When on a keto diet, you will have to keep your carbohydrate intake low, i.e., not exceeding 50 g per day, and include fats like avocado (butter fruit), egg yolks, oil (olive & coconut oil), meat, nuts & seeds....