The Ultimate Christmas Dinner: Standing Rib Roast “Christmas Dinner” means a lot of things to a lot of people. To us, Christmas dinner is something special. It’s a recipe or meal concept we don’t have very often throughout the year. Something that takes care in preparation. Something that makes all who partake feel special. The kids usually want a rich and comforting dish like lasagna or gnocchi, but Lt. Dan and I, we want lobster or beef....

I used to be a bit intimidated by the idea of making my own jams and preserves at home. The super-precise canning process seemed a bit overwhelming… But then I discovered the magic that is freezer jam. And now, well, making jam is my jam! We have already shared with you this Best Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam recipe, which has been a big hit. It’s terrific to customize with whatever fruits you prefer, including one of my personal favorites, strawberry rhubarb....

Why We Love Texas Roadhouse Rolls This recipe is, of course, inspired by the soft pillowy rolls at Texas Roadhouse restaurants. If you ask anyone what they love most about Texas Roadhouse, without a doubt, they will immediately respond, “The rolls and cinnamon butter!” This copycat yeast rolls recipe is simple to make, but does require some time for the dough to rise twice. But we promise that every second is worth the wait....

I’ve never been this excited during this whole quarantine stay. But now I get to finally share with you this iconic Italian coffee-flavored dessert that I’ve been shamelessly eating for the past few weeks. This Tiramisu has made its way to my breakfast table, and boy what a joy it has been. Yep, I’m not going to lie. I ate Tiramisu for breakfast, and not just once.🤫😉 And since I want you to experience the same ecstatic joy that I felt with this homemade tiramisu dessert, I’m bringing you right here on the blog T-W-O versions – the classic one (coz it’s really gooood) and the quicker 20-minute version (coz the quicker, the better....

The first time I tried a cold soup, I wasn’t too sure what I thought about it. It was so ingrained in my mind that soup meant hot, that I had a tough time accepting a chilled version. It had nothing to do with the flavor or texture. It was simply a temperature issue. Shortly after that first encounter with gazpacho, I found out I was pregnant with my first child....

Don’t miss to check out traditional Indian sweets and desserts, quick and easy evening snacks recipes. Jump to:What is Diwali?How is Diwali Celebrated?Diwali Sweets (Indian Diwali Desserts)Diwali SnacksDiwali Sweet Boxes or Mithai BoxesMore Easy Diwali Food RecipesRecipe cardUser Reviews Diwali is celebrated from Sunday,12th November 2023, to Tuesday, 14th November 2023. Karwa Chauth is on Wednesday, 1st November 2023. I have already shared a collection of 100 + Easy Diwali Sweets recipes and 50 + Simple Diwali Snacks Recipes that you can try for your Diwali Party....

Incredibly Versatile Rice Did you know rice is in the grass family? That puts it in the same class as corn, wheat, and other grains. I remember the first time I found out how many rice varieties there are; I was blown away. Every continent has several types of rice, and, of course, they all have their favorite recipes. Yum! So you know how easy it was to put together a loooong list of my favorites....

Hurrah for picnic season! Who wants a pack up full of soggy sandwiches though?! Belling got in touch with me a couple of weeks ago (I worked with them last year as I LOVED my Belling oven). They asked me if I’d like to share some summer foodie inspiration as part of their Belling Summer Holiday Club, helping to keep families entertained over the holidays. Belling home and kitchen appliances, have been helping families create tasty, nutritious meals since 1912....

One of my siblings was never a fan of coconut. But when we ate out the last time we met, I tried ordering this shrimp dish on the menu, and I was surprised – my sibling loved it! I tried making my own version at home (Recipe HERE), but this time, I am using an air fryer to cut out the grease and had her try it again. I even made some great dipping sauce to pair with these shrimp....

This recipe is prepared using leftover samosa filling and is pan-fried instead of the traditional deep fry or shallow fry method. Aloo means potato, and Tikki means patties or cutlets or croquette. Potato cutlets or patties made with mashed potatoes, green peas, and some aromatic spices. These are the Indian version of hash browns or mashed potato cakes. Some variation to tikki is stuffing it with lentils, nuts, paneer, cheese, etc....

These Asian chicken meatballs stand out for their delightful blend of savoury, sweet, and umami flavours. The highlight of this meatball recipe is the delicious sauce that brings the whole dish together. Chicken Meatballs were on my mind for a long time. But it took me a few recipe trials to get them right with precise melt in mouth softness, light texture, and flavoursome taste. Ingredients For Meatballs Ground Chicken is a white, lean meat....

This is an impressive showstopper of a dessert. Your guest will be so impressed, but they need not know it’s actually super easy. Shhh. Dessert at Christmas is always a big decision, and year after year this Baileys Cheesecake comes out on top for me. It ticks all the boxes – festive flavours, something special, always a crowd-pleaser AND you can make it ahead of time, saving precious time in the kitchen....

Where Are All My Party People?! We tend to host frequent get-togethers, and I love discovering tried-and-true recipes that are sure to be enjoyed by everyone involved! The best party appetizers are typically fried and crunchy, have lots of flavors, and are served alongside a scrumptious dipping sauce. My favorite party foods are tasty dishes that don’t require a lot of complicated ingredients and, of course, are simple and quick to put together....

No, this is not overkill. I promise it’s not. If you are going to take the time to make homemade baked Mac and Cheese with fresh creamy cheese sauce, you need a killer crust to top it. And what better “crust” than a cheesy potato skins recipe? You can’t argue with that. Potato Mac and Cheese Inspiration It all started with a bag of the cutest baby golden potatoes. They were just begging to be turned into something extravagant....

Nostalgic Spaghetti Pie The first time I ever made a Baked Spaghetti Pie was in 1994. I remember the year specifically because I had just graduated from high school and entered a pre-college internship for a year. My boss had a really sweet family. After work, I would occasionally babysit his kids or help his wife Lynn around the house. She was pregnant, with their fourth child, and was trying to prepare a freezer full of meals before she gave birth, to make it easier to feed the family once the baby came....

Beet and Feta Salad My family spends the summer teetering on the fence between dietary endeavors and comforting summertime favorites. One night it’s dripping Italian-style burgers and strawberry shortcakes. The next night we offset the previous day’s calorie-fest with a healthy farm-stand salad and grilled fish or chicken. It’s a tricky balance between what we want to eat, and what we should eat. There are plenty of times, however, that what we want to eat is what we should eat....

Why We Love This Homemade Bean Dip Recipe Whether we are talking picnics, potlucks, game day gatherings, or backyard barbecues, it isn’t really a party unless there are chips and dip involved. The perfect dip is creamy with a bit of bite, packed with flavor, and appeasing to nearly all dietary needs. It has to pair well with both a chip or cracker and some sort of fresh produce. And bonus points if it can easily be made ahead of time and served at room temperature....

Best Original Mai Tai Recipe There are a lot of fruity cocktails out there masquerading as Hawaiian Mai Tai’s. However, real Mai Tai’s are simple, made with fresh-squeezed lime juice, good rum, orange liqueur, and almond orgeat. They can be served as a light and lively party beverage in tiki mugs, or as sophisticated cocktails in lowball glasses. Drinking one of these perky beverages can transport you to your favorite tropical setting, to mentally relax and unwind....

What is Chocolate Lasagna? Hands up if you remember eating Chocolate Lasagna as a kid. You can probably still taste each of the cold and creamy, sweet and chocolatey layers right now, amirite? This classic Chocolate Lasagna recipe is an oldie, but a goodie. We always had it at church potlucks when I was a little girl, and I’ve loved making it for my family since my children were young. If you’ve never tried this quick and easy treat before, be prepared to be amazed....

Summer cookout, memorial day weekend, 4th of July party, or summer potlucks and picnics, these light and classic, easy-on-the-go meal recipes will be your family’s new favorite. What food to eat in the summer? To beat the heat and have a refreshing and cooling effect on your body, fruits, and vegetables with high water content are the best when consumed in summer. Here is a quick list of summer drinks, fruits, and vegetables to add to your daily meal....